World Autism Awareness Week is a time for the best in the autism community to come out. As such, whether it be a celebration of personal achievement or a proclamation of the progress we have seen, it tends to be that, if you are looking for some inspirational autism words of wisdom, then this is the week to find it.
With the aim of recycling these powerful words, to further bang the drums of awareness, today I have collected 30 of my favourite autism quotes from 2019s World Autism Awareness Week and compiled them into one of the most motivational lists you’ll find on the web!
My 30 Favourite Quotes from World Autism Awareness Week
1. April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day. Every day should be World Autism Acceptance Day – Finchley Central Tube Station
2. No, autism is not a ‘gift’. For most, it is an endless fight against schools, workplaces and bullies. But, under the right circumstances, given the right adjustments, it CAN be a superpower – Greta Thunberg: Environmental Activist
3. [Autism is] apricating the small things that some people might not understand and that, in itself, can show people the general beauty of things – IndieAndy: Autism Advocate
4. We are trying to fit in because we have a lot to offer this world – Autistica
5. Autistic people often have skills that are vital to any business, yet only 16% of autistic adults in the UK are in full-time employment, despite over three quarters wanting to work. Thankfully, progress is being made – Richard Branson: Super Rich Guy
6. I wouldn’t say go out of your way and treat people really different because we’re all people at the end of the day. If you’re a nice person just be nice to everyone – Niall Aslam: Super Handsome Guy
7. It’s really cool that everybody’s a little bit different but the same too – Julia: Sesame Street
8. Autism is like a rainbow. It has a bright side and a darker side. But every shade is important and beautiful – Rosie Tennant Doran: Fellow Autist
9. [Autism] is not a Google search, it’s searching for and learning from autistic people themselves – Invisible I: Autism Advocate
10. The most interesting people you’ll find are the ones that don’t fit into your average
11. Forget about the things they can’t do and focus on what they can. Everyone is much more than a diagnosis written on paper – West Hampstead Tube Station
12. Autism / Aspergers is a blessing, not a burden. Embrace being different – Tom Hewitt: Fellow Autist
13. autism doesn’t necessarily present the same way in boys as it does in girls, but that doesn’t make it any less real – Anonymous: Fellow Autist
14. I’m proud to be autistic and on the rainbow spectrum! Our honesty, direct focus, intense love for our passions and a
15. She does not care at all, any iota, about what people think about her and isn’t that really a dream life? –Lauren Braze: YouTuber
16. His autism isn’t contagious but his smile is: Anonymous: Autism Parent
17. Yes, we are different, but that is something that is incredible and amazing and powerful and so, so beautiful – Chloe Hayden: Autism Advocate
18. I would urge the public to show their support this week, to educate themselves on what it means to be autistic- the daily challenges people living with autism face and how that impacts on their ability to do things most people take for granted. By doing so, together we can build a more understanding and inclusive society that works for everyone –
Mark H Durkan: Politician
19. I am autistic and I am proud – Sez Francis: Autism Advocate
20. If you meet an autistic person please do not say they look normal or are good at fooling people. This is not a compliment – Siena Castellon: Autism Advocate
21. On World Autism Awareness Day we speak out against discrimination, celebrate the diversity of our global community and strengthen our commitment to inclusion for people with autism – Antonio Guterres: United Nations
22. We need to learn to accept and celebrate our differences. And we need to continue our research in Autism Spectrum Disorder in order to understand how we can best lend a helping hand – Alan Rosales: Scientist
23. ‘Autism is a mental developmental disorder and its something that makes it very difficult for people to communicate and form relationships’… don’t you think it’s time we came up with a new definition? – Kevin Chapman: YouTuber
24. If we all take the time and put in the effort to understand the neurodiverse individuals, the more ‘light’ we can shine into their little worlds. Which in turn, makes them shine all that much brighter – MushMello: Comic Creator
25. Having autism isn’t easy. In fact, there were times where I wished I was just a normal being. But when I look back on my life and how my life has changed for 21 years, I feel proud today to have something that makes me special and unique – Jessica McCartney: Fellow Autist
26. I’m a great big sister, I love harry potter, but I struggle with muggles – Anonymous: Fellow Autist
27. When it comes to ensuring that persons with autism enjoy the rights and freedoms to which we are all entitled – We must recommit to promoting acceptance of persons with autism – Alison Smale: United Nations
28. On World autism awareness Day there is a global recognition not only of autism but also the immense potential of persons with autism – Imran Khan: Pakistan Prime Minister
29. We’ve come a long way when it comes to awareness, now it’s time for people to accept autism – allowing people, like myself, to be ourselves and benefit society along the way – Savan Gandecha: Autism Advocate
30. A person with autism is:
Always
Unique
Totally
Intelligent
Sometimes
Mysterious
–Anonymous
Carry on the Conversation
Thank you to everyone who has supplied these incredible words over the last few days, and a special thank you to Carrie Grant & Sez Francis both who created incredible advocacy videos which I have quoted from more than once when creating this list.
Now it’s your turn, wha is your favourite ever quote on autism? Let me know in the comments below.
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