Sunday, March 27, 2011

Worldwide Autism Awareness Event in NYC at City Hall










Join us on Tuesday, April 5th from 6 to 7 pm on the steps of City Hall in New York City as we commemorate Worldwide Autism Awareness Month and honor Mary Holland with our annual "Spirit of Hope" award.


Mary Holland is a lawyer with a deep background in human rights. She is a tireless advocate in the fight to recognize the rights of people with autism. In addition to her support of NAA NY Metro, Mary is a co-founder and the director of the Elizabeth Birt Center for Autism Law and Advocacy and a co-founder and board member of the Center for Personal Rights. She is an editor and author of the recently released book Vaccine Epidemic.


Gather with family and friends to raise public awareness. If we don't, who will? Other speakers will include ASD families talking about their challenges and successes.


Wear blue to show your support for autism awareness.


The program will start promptly at 6PM.
There are two entrances to the City Hall steps. You may enter either from is from Broadway at the intersection of Warren Street, or from Park Row (across from Pace University).
Inform the security guard at the gate that you are attending the Autism Event.


For more information, click here.

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