Qatar Foundation (QF) is marking World Autism Awareness Day, observed annually on 2 April, by lighting its headquarters in Education City, along with Education City Stadium and Sidra Medicine, in blue over three consecutive evenings.
This initiative underscores QF’s ongoing commitment to raising awareness and supporting the development of a more inclusive society for individuals with autism.
World Autism Awareness Day is a global initiative proposed by Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, to the United Nations in 2007, and first observed in 2008.
QF’s participation in Autism Awareness Day is deeply rooted in the work of Renad Academy, a specialized school within its Pre-University Education. Renad Academy not only leads awareness initiatives but also embodies QF’s commitment to inclusion. The academy delivers a range of awareness activities and events aimed at enhancing understanding of autism, and engages students with autism in community activities, fostering direct interaction with society, developing their social skills, and supporting their active integration within the community.
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