World Autism Day is Wednesday 2nd April 2014. Each year it is recognised with events around the country.
One of the biggest events is Light It Up Blue.
"Light It Up Blue" is a global campaign that sees thousands of iconic landmarks, cities and towns around the world turn blue on April 2 to recognise World Autism Awareness Day. The campaign highlights the pressing need for greater public education and awareness of autism in our community.
Each state is celebrating the day by lighting their most celebrated monuments with blue light.
If you’re in Sydney, head to the Harbour to see what this year’s blue surprise will be. In other states, your capital city will light up your buildings blue on the night of April 2nd, too. If you are in regional areas, check with your local council or health centre to see what is happening locally.
In Melbourne this year, World Autism Day will also be celebrated on Saturday 6th April at Luna Park where families will be given private access to the funfair between 9 and 11am.
The park promises:
- Reduced sound
- Reduced lighting effects
- Understanding staff
- Quiet area available
- Ability to stop rides if needed
- Closed to the public
It is not too late to hold your own Light It Up Blue event but you need to register quickly. Light your home or office up blue, or wear blue clothes to work.
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