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title: "AIA’s World Autism Community Day of Celebration"
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Hello AIA families,

Happy April, a.k.a World Autism Month!

While April 2nd is the United Nations-sanctioned World Autism Awareness Day, the entire month of April is [World Autism Month](https://www.autismspeaks.org/world-autism-month-faq).

## What is World Autism Month?

Throughout the month of April, there is a worldwide effort to spread Autism awareness, acceptance, and inclusion. April is a month of empowering others, fostering understanding, and igniting change to help individuals with Autism reach their full potential and achieve a world characterized by a genuine appreciation of the unique aspects of all people.

### How can you celebrate World Autism Month?

- Join us on April 1st at Scottsdale Ranch Park to celebrate and support neurodiversity! More information is below.

- Learn about the [history of Autism](https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3757918/).

- Wear blue to raise awareness and show support for Autism.

- Spread kindness. Encourage acceptance. Promote inclusion.

- Read, watch, or listen to something created by someone with Autism.

- Donate to empower people with Autism by providing them with access to vital resources and support.

- Watch a [sensory-friendly film](https://www.amctheatres.com/programs/sensory-friendly-films) offered on the second and fourth Saturday (family-friendly) and Wednesday evening (mature audience) at AMC Theaters! Check your local theater listings for specific showtimes.

### AIA's World Autism Community Day of Celebration

Celebrate and support neurodiversity and inclusion with our AIA family by attending '[World Autism Community Day of Celebration](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-world-autism-community-day-of-celebration-tickets-516975356207),' a free community event hosted by the Parent Advisory Committee in honor of April being Autism Awareness Month. From 10 AM to 2 PM at Scottsdale Ranch Park, we will have free special education resources for learners of all ages, recreational crafts, face painting, special education booths, and more. So grab a blanket, chair, and your family & friends, and arrive early to get a good seat and enjoy a fun-filled day in the community!

## Additional questions?

If you have questions about AIA's World Autism Community Day of Celebration or are interested in providing a sensory-friendly booth, contact <ContactObfuscation email="kelly@azinstitute4autism.com" obfuscatedText="kelly [at] azinstitute4autism [dot] com" />.
