Health and Wellbeing
April is World Autism Month
Now is the time to learn and grow together!
Throughout April, we acknowledge the strengths, achievements, and uniqueness of people on the Autism spectrum.
The Autism Association of Western Australia (Autism WA) encourages us to come together in Autism Month 2026 to connect, act and create a more inclusive environment where we can all grow together.
See how you can get involved below.
Important Dates
- April is World Autism Month
- April 2nd is World Autism Day
W: https://www.autism.org.au/whats-on/world-autism-month/
Autism WA encourages the community to increase awareness and understanding of Autism to make lasting change through connection and action. You can learn more about Autism this April by participating in a community event, learning more about Autism, share your favourite moments from the month with Autism WA, donating to support Western Australian individuals and their families, and/or visiting the Light Up the Spectrum landmarks on World Autism Day to mark this special month (with parental supervision).
Whether you are an individual with Autism, family member, school, community group, or workplace, there are many ways you can help to increase awareness and understanding of Autism.
Keep reading to discover how you can start igniting change so we can grow together; and download the posters and social tiles below to share throughout the month.
Take on the Light Up the Spectrum trail
On Wednesday the 2nd of April – World Autism Day – Autism WA is partnering with buildings and landmarks across Western Australia to light up our State in a spectrum of colour, signifying that we are a diverse community where everyone is valued and has something to contribute.
More than 50 buildings and landmarks across metro and regional WA are taking part in this year’s Light Up the Spectrum. Join Autism WA in igniting change for Autism by visiting your closest landmarks and sharing a photo on social media using the hashtag #LightUpTheSpectrum.
The link below will help you plan your pathway!
Light Up the Spectrum – Google My Maps
Please note: partnering locations’ lighting displays are independently activated. Whilst Autism WA does their best to ensure each building on their trail map lights up on World Autism Day, in unforeseen circumstances technical malfunctions may occur.
Learn About Autism
Together we can create an inclusive and accepting world by simply taking some time to learn and understand more about the people who make up our diverse community.
Click here to visit the about Autism webpage Understand Autism webpage
Community Wall
Autism WA invites you to share your voice with the community by writing a message on their community wall. This wall is a space for everyone to share and acknowledge journeys and show support for Autistic individuals and their families across Western Australia. Your message helps contribute to building a future where Autistic people are not only accepted but celebrated for their uniqueness and for who they are.
Talking About Autism
When diagnosing Autism, the term Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is used by allied health professionals and is also referred to for funding and diagnostic purposes. ‘Spectrum’ refers to the wide range of characteristics, skills and abilities that different people with Autism have.
Some people like to be referred to as an Autistic person, while others prefer the person-first approach – i.e. person with Autism. When speaking to individuals, we recommend asking which language they would prefer you to use and adjusting accordingly.
Autism Myth Busters
Our community is becoming more proactive in understanding Autism and learning to adapt the environment we live in to enhance Autism acceptance.
It is important for our community to recognise the common misconceptions about Autism and deepen understanding. Explore some common misconceptions with Autism WA here.
Autism Myth Busters | Autism WA
Resource Library
Our online Resource Library contains a range of Autism-specific resources designed for navigating healthcare services, emergency situations, parents, dads and father figures, teachers, daily living, culturally and linguistically diverse families, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and more.
Click here to visit Autism WA Resource Library.
Please contact Autism WA for further information, support and resources below
E: autismwa.org.au
Harmony Day 2026
Marangaroo Primary School celebrated our diverse community on Friday 20th March, with a community lunch. It was great to see all the orange and cultural costumes being represented.
Thank you for making it a fun and happy afternoon.
Mrs Rogers – Health and Wellbeing Team
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