International Asperger's Day recently observed on February 18, 2025.

Important Days

International Asperger's Day is observed globally on 18th February to raise awareness about the importance of Asperger syndrome for individuals and the community. It was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 2007.


      - Asperger syndrome is a developmental disorder that is considered part of the autism spectrum. It primarily affects a person's ability to socialize and communicate effectively with others.

      - On this day, the National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (NIEPID) under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MOSJE) of the Government of India (GoI) organized various programs at its national and regional centers to raise awareness and promote inclusivity for individuals with Asperger's Syndrome.

      - The National Institute for Locomotor Disabilities (NILD) in Kolkata (West Bengal, WB) hosted a webinar on "Understanding Asperger's Syndrome: Insights, Challenges, and Support Strategies."

Main Point :-   (i) The Composite Regional Centre (CRC) in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) organized an awareness program at the Jammu College of Physiotherapy in J&K to educate students and faculty members about the symptoms of Asperger's Syndrome.

      (ii) The CRC in Nagpur (Maharashtra) organized a webinar on "Understanding and Supporting Individuals with Asperger's Syndrome," while the CRC in Jaipur (Rajasthan) conducted a virtual webinar on the challenges of Asperger's Syndrome and effective support strategies.

(iii) The CRC in Guwahati (Assam) organized a special event featuring the screening of a documentary on Asperger's Syndrome, providing participants with a visual and educational insight into the condition.

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