Today, Thursday the 2nd of April 2020, marks World Autism Awareness Day.
World Autism Awareness Day is observed every year on 2nd April in order to raise public awareness of autism. It was first celebrated in 2008 and it highlights the need to help and improve the quality of life of those with autism so that they can lead full and meaningful lives as an integral part of society. Please follow the links to see how you can become part of the action.
Take Part in the #FlyForAutism Challenge this April
AsIAm – Ireland’s National Autism Charity, are challenging amateur aviators across the country to build their best paper planes this month to raise much-needed funds for World Autism Month.
The COVID-19 crisis has forced the charity to cancel all fundraising events planned for the month of April, which will have a serious impact on their ability to provide services and advocacy for the autistic community.
With the entire country stuck at home for the next few weeks, the #FlyForAutism challenge is a fun way to show your support – without having to travel far!
As a friend of ASIAM, we would love you to promote this challenge on your school website / social media channels and encourage your school community to take part. All that is needed is a sheet of paper and some imagination. Here’s what to do:
Text ASIAM to 50300 to donate €4 to AsIAm
Build your own paper plane. It can be as fancy or as simple as you like.
Post a video if its most impressive flight on your social media channels with the hashtag #FlyForAutism and tag @asiamireland
Tag and challenge 3 friends to donate and make their own paper planes
A direct ask to your school community to encourage them to get involved in the #FlyForAutism campaign would be greatly appreciated.
