On June 18 every year, organizations like the American Autism Association around the world celebrate Autistic Pride Day. This holiday was created for individuals on the spectrum to be autistic and proud - celebrating who they are.

Autistic Pride Day was first celebrated in 2005 by Aspies for Freedom (AFF), and it quickly became a global event which is still celebrated widely online. Since our founding in 2010, the American Autism Association has marked this day on an annual basis and took to celebrating the unique individuals in our community.

We’re asking you to join us this year and celebrate Autistic Pride Day with the American Autism Association. There are a number of ways you can get involved listed here. Don’t forget to tag us in your festivities with #MyAutism on social media!

We can’t wait to celebrate all the colors of your rainbow!