"Life is beautiful, life is great! A little bit of sugar, a little bit of spice...a dash of lime and a bite of chili..Its all part of the game called Life!" I would like to invite one and all to join me in this wondrous journey of Celebration of the different aspects of life as I share some of my sweet, sour, bitter and spicy experiences. Thoughts, feelings and dreams can never be restricted or confined by boundaries and I am setting them free to fly Sans Frontiers!
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Love, Light and Compassion to all the Autistic People in the World!!
Today happens to be World Autism awareness day and I am remembering those days in 1992-93 when I used to work for autistic people as a member and fund raiser for the "All Manipur Mentally Handicapped Person's welfare Association". During my few months of work there, I realized only one thing..they are only human, just one of us but very very special. And they deserve more of our Love and Compassion which everyone should give.
World Autism Awareness Day 2011 - Message by UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon..01 April 2011
The number of children and people with autistic conditions continues to rise – in every nation and in every racial, ethnic and social group. Although the recognition of autistic conditions among the scientific, health and care communities is improving, public awareness remains low. The annual observance of World Autism Awareness Day thus takes on ever greater importance as an opportunity to mobilize for action and assistance.
Children and persons with autistic conditions face major challenges associated with stigma and discrimination, as well as a lack of access to support. Many struggle with multiple barriers in their daily lives. Far too many suffer terrible discrimination, abuse and isolation, in violation of their fundamental human rights.
Autism is a complex disorder. But in many cases the right treatment early on can bring improvements. That is why it is so important to raise awareness about the signs of autism and provide services as soon as possible.
It is also critical to support parents, create jobs for individuals with autism based on their skills and strengths, and improve public education to better meet the needs of students with autism.
Taking these steps will benefit society as a whole, enriching people with autism, their loved ones and others alike. As the mother of one child with autism said, “Although my daughter has walked a long way, I have walked a longer way.”
Together, let us travel this road toward a more caring and inclusive world.
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