Today is World Autism Awareness Day, but for many people without loved ones with autism, it might not hold much significance. It’s often up to us in the autism community to spread awareness and acceptance. I’m always thankful when people advocate for us, especially when it’s heartfelt, to witness their efforts to raise awareness and teach empathy towards our community. Today marks three years since I started advocating for autism as a caregiver, giving a voice to our caregivers and children. It’s been an incredible journey since then. Being a caregiver and advocating for autism through social media (Mom Talk Autism) helps me feel better because it lets me turn my experiences into something good. When I help others and make people aware, I am not just helping the big cause but also finding meaning and happiness. Over the 3 years, I connect with others who understand, it creates a supportive group like Thriving Parents Support group and volunteering at CaringSg, where we can share and learn, which is good for everyone’s well-being. I’ve met lots of nice people and built a network of friends for me and my family. I also challenge myself to work on my mindset and personal growth. It’s important for my mental and physical well-being in the long run. Thank you once again, Princess Elizabeth Primary School, for inviting me to your lovely school last week for the Q&A session. 🥰I had a great time talking to all Primary 5 students about caregivers of individuals with autism. They were so enthusiastic and participated for the talk. ❤️ A big thank you to Teacher Chanel and the team for the unexpected gifts! I really appreciate it. Imagine how much better the world could be if more people took an active role in educating the next generation about disabilities. Is that too much to hope for on Autism Awareness Day? 🤔💙 #PrincessElizabethPrimarySchool #AutismAwareness #PrimaryEducation #Grateful #ThankYou #caregivers #EducationMatters #CommunityEngagement #StudentEngagement #TeacherAppreciation #empathy #inclusivecommunity #neurodivergent #invisibledisability #neurodiversity #autismadvocates #AutismAcceptance