South Africa: Women, Youth and Persons With Disabilities On World Autism Awareness Day During Coronavirus Covid-19 Lockdown

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Tomorrow, 02 April 2020 is World Autism Day. The theme for 2020 World Autism Awareness Day is: The Transition to Adulthood. While the world's attention is focussed on stopping COVID-19, the department calls on all South Africans to take the time to understand and accept people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, in order to foster tolerance and inclusivity.

The Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Maite Nkoana-Mashabane encourages every citizen to empower themselves with knowledge on autism and the diverse support needs of persons with disabilities, particularly in light of South Africa's current national lockdown.

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