World Autism Awareness Day: Quotes, Wishes, Messages, Images, Date, and More

Autism can be defined a spectrum disorder in the body which can be marked by facing difficulty in social and communicating skills, behaving in a certain manner repeatedly. It can also be accompanied by sensitivity in the senses and paying attention can become challenging. The conditions can vary from person to person and the effects can also be different. 

Introduction of World Autism Awareness Day

2nd April is celebrated as World Autism Awareness Day every year. Adopted by the United Nations Organization in the year 2007, World Autism Day aims to improve the lives of those affected by Autism so that they can lead a normal life like other people and get equal opportunities without being treated in a different or hostile manner. 

History of World Autism Awareness Day

Since the United Nations Organization has been established, it has been officially dedicating and designating certain days of the year to the people who have been affected by various diseases or some kind of disorder in the body, including developmental disabilities and learning differences. 

After the establishment of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in the year 2008, the need for human rights for all was highlighted. This organization's main principle and aim were to ensure that every person with any kind of disability would be entitled to enjoy all the fundamental freedoms and human rights that every normal person enjoys. It also encourages them to show some respect for their inherent dignity. The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities believes that it is very important to create a safe, caring, and sympathetic world for the people who are affected with disabilities. 

The United Nations Organizations collectively agreed to celebrate 2nd April as World Autism Awareness Day in 2007. This day is observed to throw light on the necessity to improve the quality of the lives of those who are affected with Autism so that they can live a life with meaning and consider themselves an important part of the society we live in. The resolution for commemorating the World Autism Awareness Day was passed on 1st November, in the year of 2007 and passed on 18th December, in the year 2007.

World Autism Awareness Day 2023 Date

• When is World Autism Awareness Day 2023?

World Autism Awareness Day for the year 2023 is celebrated/observed on Sunday, 2 April.

• World Autism Awareness Day dates for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 and 2027

World Autism Awareness Day Quotes

• The difference between high-functioning and low-functioning is that high-functioning means your deficits are ignored, and low-functioning means your assets are ignored. – Laura Tisoncik
• If people take the time to get to know kids like [my son] Davis, they’ll see that they have so much to offer the community and the world. They’re not unproductive. —Lisa Pauley, mom of a son with autism
• Don't think that there's a different, better child 'hiding' behind the autism. This is your child. Love the child in front of you. Encourage his strengths, celebrate his quirks, and improve his weaknesses, the way you would with any child. —Claire Scovell LaZebnik, author of Growing Up on the Spectrum
• Those without obsessive focus have to take classes to cultivate it. – Rudy Simone
• Autism has touched our lives in innumerable ways. It’s made us kinder, more tolerant and changed how we see the world. AngelSense Team
• Anything Is possible! If I can do it, so can you! – Dani Bowman
• Autists are the ultimate square pegs, and the problem with pounding a square peg into a round hole is not that the hammering is hard work. It’s that you’re destroying the peg.- Paul Collins
• When enough people care about autism or diabetes or global warming, it helps everyone, even if only a tiny fraction actively participate. – Seth Godin
• If I could snap my fingers and be nonautistic, I would not. Autism is part of what I am. - Temple Grandin
• Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid. – Albert Einstein
• It does not matter what sixty-six percent of people do in any particular situation. All that matters is what you do. —John Elder Robison, author of Look Me In the Eye
• I might hit developmental and societal milestones in a different order than my peers, but I am able to accomplish these small victories on my own time. – Haley Moss
• What would happen if the autism gene was eliminated from the gene pool? You would have a bunch of people standing around in a cave, chatting and socializing and not getting anything done. -Temple Grandin
• Autism is part of my child, it’s not everything he is. My child is so much more than a diagnosis.- S.L. Coelho
• I’ve learned that every human being, with or without disabilities, needs to strive to do their best, and by striving for happiness you will arrive at happiness. For us, you see, having autism is normal—so we can’t know for sure what your 'normal' is even like. But so long as we can learn to love ourselves, I’m not sure how much it matters whether we’re normal or autistic. —Naoki Higashida, author of The Reason I Jump
• Don’t think that there’s a different, better child ‘hiding’ behind the autism. This is your child. Love the child in front of you. Encourage his strengths, celebrate his quirks, and improve his weaknesses, the way you would with any child. You may have to work harder on some of this, but that’s the goal. – Claire Scovell LaZebnik
• It seems that for success in science or art, a dash of autism is essential.- Hans Asperger
• I see people with Asperger’s syndrome as a bright thread in the rich tapestry of life. – Tony Attwood
• Autism is as much a part of humanity as is the capacity to dream.-Kathleen Seidel
• Everyone has a mountain to climb and autism has not been my mountain, it has been my opportunity for victory. – Rachel Barcellona
• Even for parents of children that are not on the spectrum, there is no such thing as a normal child. —Violet Stevens, mom of a son with autism
• Let’s stop ‘tolerating’ or ‘accepting’ difference, as if we’re so much better for not being different in the first place. Instead, let’s celebrate difference, because in this world it takes a lot of guts to be different. – Kate Bornstein
• Autists are the ultimate square pegs, and the problem with pounding a square peg into a round hole is not that the hammering is hard work. It's that you're destroying the peg. ―Paul Collins, author
• Normal is just a dryer setting. – Patsy Clairmont
• Why Fit in when you were born to standout?- Dr. Seuss
• Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You! – Dr. Seuss
• Someone with Asperger’s really is like you, just more extreme. – Winnie Dunn
• Autism doesn’t have to define a person. Artists with autism are like anyone else: They define themselves through hard work and individuality.- Adrienne Bailon, Artist
• Our duty in autism is not to cure but to re¬lieve suf¬fer¬ing and to max¬im¬ize each per¬son’s po¬ten¬tial, – John Elder Robison
• Attacking people with disabilities is the lowest display of power I can think of. – Morgan Freeman
• Do not fear people with Autism, embrace them. Do not spite people with Autism, unite them. Do not deny people with Autism, accept them for then their abilities will shine. – Paul Isaacs
• If you’ve met one person with autism, you’ve met one person with autism. – Stephen Shore
• I smile every day watching my own kids grow and blossom, and the more they progress, the stronger an advocate I become for those who don’t have a voice. – Matt Bentgzen
• To measure the success of our societies, we should examine how well those with different abilities, including persons with autism, are integrated as full and valued members. – Ban Ki-moon
• I do not suffer from Autism, but I do suffer from the way you treat me.- Tyler Durdin
• I smile every day watching my own kids grow and blossom, and the more they progress, the stronger an advocate I become for those who don’t have a voice. —Matt Bentgzen, father of two sons with Asperger's
• Disability is a matter of perception. If you can do just one thing well, you’re needed by someone. – Martina Navratilova
• Autism is part of my child, it's not everything he is. My child is so much more than a diagnosis. ―S.L. Coelho, author
• Get to know someone on the spectrum and your life will truly be blessed – Stephanie L. Parker
• If you’re always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you can be. – Maya Angelou
• Even for parents of children that are not on the spectrum, there is no such thing as a normal child. – Violet Stevens
• Autism: Where the randomness of life collides and clashes with an individual’s need for the sameness~ ― Eileen Miller
• My ability is stronger than my disability. – Luke Watson
• My autism is like the taste of tepid saké, different but interesting, – Sue Rubin
• Autism can’t define me. I define autism. – Kerry Magro
• There's a saying within the Asperger community: if you've met one person with Asperger's syndrome, you've met one person with Asperger's syndrome ... Within this condition, beneath this label, the variety of personality, of humor, of behavior, is infinite. —Hugh Dancy, star of the 2009 film about a man with Asperger's syndrome, Adam
• If I could snap my fingers and be non-autistic, I would not. Autism is part of what I am.- Temple Grandin
• A person with autism lives in his own world, while a person with Asperger’s lives in our world, in a way of his own choosing – Nicholas Sparks
• What I like to tell parents is that raising a child with autism is running a marathon. It’s not a sprint – Dr. Brian Bowman
• I am different, not less. —Temple Grandin, animal behavior expert and author of The Autistic Brain
• I see people with Asperger's syndrome as a bright thread in the rich tapestry of life. —Tony Attwood, author of The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome
• Disability doesn’t make you exceptional, but questioning what you think you know about it does, – Stella Young
• If they can't learn the way we teach, we teach the way they learn. ―Dr. O. Ivar Lovaas of the Lovaas Institute

World Autism Awareness Day Wishes

• The occasion of World Autism Awareness Day reminds us that there lots of people fighting the battle against this disease and we must stand with them. Warm wishes on this day.
• We can make the lives of people suffering from autism a lot better by behaving with them in a normal and respectful manner. Wishing a very Happy World Autism Awareness Day to all.
• Those who are suffering from autism already have their own battles to fight. Let us not complicate their lives further with our behavior. Happy World Autism Awareness Day.
• The essence of World Autism Awareness Day lies in accepting the people suffering autism as we normal people and giving them equal opportunities.
• We may not win over autism but we can win over people who are not aware of this problem. Let us make everyone aware on World Autism Awareness Day.
• People with autism also have feelings and hearts and we must respect them. A very Happy World Autism Awareness Day to you.
• By creating awareness about autism, we can make a big difference to this world. Wishing a very Happy World Autism Awareness Day to everyone.
• Let us make more and more people aware of autism to make this world a better place for those who are suffering from it. Happy World Autism Awareness Day.

World Autism Awareness Day Messages

• Wishing a very Happy World Autism Awareness Day to you. Let us remember that people suffering from autism are no less than anyone else.
• We must always be ready to help all those who are suffering from autism as they need our love and care. Warm wishes on World Autism Awareness Day to you.
• Those who are suffering from autism need to be seen with the same eyes and treated the way others are treated. Warm wishes on World Autism Awareness Day.
• People suffering from autism are as deserving as anyone else, all they need is the right guidance and support. Happy World Autism Awareness Day to you.
• Autism must not be considered as a disease but it is an everyday battle that so many people are fighting with. Wishing a very Happy World Autism Awareness Day to you.
• The occasion of World Autism Awareness Day reminds us that autism needs our attention and people suffering from it need our care. Happy World Autism Awareness Day.
• People who have autism are a gift from God and therefore, we must love them and treat them with respect. Warm greetings on the occasion of World Autism Awareness Day.

Significance of World Autism Awareness Day

The extent of Autism is very high and due to the lack of proper knowledge of this disorder has a tremendous effect on those who are suffering from it, their families and other people surrounding them. The social stigma and discrimination involved in neurological disorders are prominent and most people refuse to talk about it or accept it. Most of these disorders are not properly understood, which is why the people affected do not receive therapy or proper treatment. This is why it is very important to educate the general public about the symptoms and the various treatments available to heal the disorder. 

World Autism Awareness Day aims in spreading awareness about Autism, symptoms and other effects of this disorder. The reasons why spreading awareness is important are:

• Spreading awareness leads to a proper understanding of the disorder. Several years ago, people would have laughed at a child or an adult showing symptoms of Autism like a problem in communication or awkward social skills, but with the increase in knowledge and awareness about the disorder, people tend to understand the situation. They try to care for and help those who are affected instead of mocking them. 
• Awareness can evoke more empathy and support. Some common symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder are repetitive behaviour or awkward social skills, but the symptoms and conditions can vary from person to person. It could be the lack of the ability to use proper gestures, change in the tone of voice, lack of eye contact, incapability to process or interpret facial expressions. Autism may also affect the sense of touch, taste, light, smell, etc.; often when the child affected with Autism is seen or appears to be acting out or throwing a fit; they might just be dealing with an overload of senses. In this case, they should be shown a lot of kindness and empathy so that life becomes a bit easier for them as well as their families.
• Increased empathy can lead to more acceptance. If people take the initiative to accept the people affected with Autism, then they will feel good about themselves and feel like they belong somewhere. It is very important for their families to show empathy to them, as it might provide them with moral support and make their lives easier. 

How is World Autism Awareness Day Celebrated?

World Autism Awareness Day is celebrated all over the world on 2nd April. It is celebrated to spread awareness about Autism. This is commemorated by celebrating the unique talents of those who are affected with Autism. This day brings all the Autism related organizations together so that they can spread awareness about this day. 

In the year of 2014, the World Association for Academic Doctors collaborated with Onesie Wednesday, another holiday initiated by the National Autistic Society. This campaign encouraged the people of Wales, England and Northern Ireland to show their support to the people who are affected by Autism. The participants wore a onesie or a pyjama, and the slogan was "It is all right to be different". 

Some of the initiatives were taken, which involved the Autism Cares Act done in the year 2014. This was done under the leadership of the President of the United States of America, Barack Obama. The Autism Cares Act was promulgated to train the people working under the Autism Spectrum. 

When is World Autism Awareness Day Celebrated?

World Autism Awareness day is celebrated every year on 2nd April, all over the world. It was adopted by the United Nations Organization on 2nd April in the year 2007 and is being celebrated ever since. It will be celebrated on 2nd April in the year 2022.

The Theme for World Autism Awareness Day

World Autism Awareness Day is celebrated every year on the basis of a certain theme. The theme for the year 2021 was Inclusion of the Autism affected people in workplaces: Challenges and opportunities available in the world after the pandemic. The theme emphasized the inclusion of people affected with Autism in places of work and provided with equal opportunities as is received by normal people. This would help them to be loved and accepted by society. 

Some Interesting Facts about Autism

• The disorder of Autism affects one in every sixty-eight children. 
• Boys are more likely to be affected by the Autism Spectrum than girls. 
• The term Autism comes from the Greek word autos which actually means Alone. 
• It is really helpful if the disorder is detected and treated at an early stage. It affects the lives of children a bit less and can be improved with proper care and treatment. 
• There is no definite cure for Autism invented until now. 
• Children diagnosed with Autism are ten per cent likely to be affected by other neurological, metabolic or genetic disorders. 
• People affected by Autism can generally be very creative and have unique talents such as art, music, dance, and other forms of creative abilities. 

World Autism Awareness Day reminds us that there are so many people who are struggling with serious disorders. We should educate ourselves about them and try to make these people feel loved, valued and cared for. This will make their lives a little bit easier.