TOGETHER Thousands of individuals with autism and their advocates gathered for the Angels Walk for Autism, organized by the Autism Society Philippines (ASP), at SM Mall of Asia on Sunday, April 21. This annual event transcends a mere walk; it symbolizes the celebration of achievements and underscores a steadfast commitment to creating an Autism-OK Philippines. SM CARES PHOTO
The Autism Society Philippines Angels Walk for Autism and SM Cares yesterday returned for ASP Angels Walk for Autism at the SM MoA Arena to support the autism community and a call to build an Autism-OK Philippines.
This year’s ASP Angels Walk for Autism aims to bring together families, professionals, and allies from the private and government sectors, here and abroad. The main event happened at the Mall of Asia Arena yesterday, with simultaneous walks taking place in Cebu and Davao.
More walks are happening at later dates in Iloilo and Lucena.
The main ASP Angels Walk for Autism, first launched in 2000, was first held in SM MoA in 2009 before finding a home at the MoA Arena in 2015.
The advocacy event continues to resonate with the autism community and its allies, even finding supporters in the Filipino diaspora in North America, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. In the Philippines, the Autism Society Philippines has grown to an astonishing 13,000 members across 103 chapters.
The ASP Angels Walk for Autism is a powerful platform for the celebration of Filipinos on the autism spectrum and the call for acceptance, accommodation, and appreciation — impactful action beyond “awareness”!
This year, the ASP honors those who have played an important role in disability-inclusive economic empowerment with the battle cry “Kakaiba, Kasali, Katrabaho!” T
The Hans T. Sy Leadership Award 2024 goes to Michelle Dee, Miss Philippines Universe 2023, ASP Goodwill Ambassador and a progressive voice for disability inclusion.
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