Dubai Festival of Joy for Children with ASD and Down Syndrome
Published: 2022-03-28
Author: Nadd Alshiba | Contact: naddalshiba.com
Synopsis: The event was organised to mark the UAE’s observing of the International Autism Day and Down Syndrome Day that falls on March 21 and April 2 every year, respectively. More than 300 children and their families participated in the Walk for Awareness initiative organized by AccessAbilities Expo and Purple Vogue Events. Experts provided information about Autism and Down Syndrome to raise awareness and shed light on the capabilities of the children and their ability to contribute to building the community.
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A group of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) that impairs the ability to communicate and interact, and Down Syndrome, a genetic chromosome disorder causing developmental and intellectual delays, had a whale of a time at a ‘Walk for Awareness’ supported by Dubai Municipality organised in Al Safa Park in Dubai.
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The event was organised to mark the UAE’s observing of the International Autism Day and Down Syndrome Day that falls on March 21 and April 2 [...]