Images have been pouring in over social media to show the immense support both nationally and world wide alike, that the Autism Speaks Light It Up Blue campaign has received this year. With that being said, I am excited to have the opportunity to share them with you and invite you to submit your own photos here.
Autism is the fastest-growing, serious developmental disability in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control survey of parents indicates that 1 in 50 school-age children has an autism spectrum disorder, and there is no cure.
“Growing prevalence rates demand that we increase our support for autism,” said Suzanne and Bob Wright, co-founders of Autism Speaks. “With this year’s Light It Up Blue campaign we hope to go beyond awareness and fundraising, and make our greatest impact yet by inspiring leaders in government to implement the national plan for increased funding, services and support that is so desperately needed (source Autism Speaks website)”
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