Albanian President Ilir Meta has posted a message on Facebook asking for more support for children with autism to mark the World Autism Awareness Day.
“World Autism Awareness Day reminds us of our institutional and social obligations for children and their families who need solidarity, help, care and love. Today, this day is observed in the middle of a serious health and economic crisis due to the global coronavirus pandemic which has brought great difficulties, especially for children with autism who cannot carry out their routines and activities” said Meta.
Our society needs solidarity for a compassionate and human Albania, for love, care and dedication to the most in need,” said Meta.
It is not known exactly how many children with autism in Albania as many do not seek help and the condition is still stigmatized by society.
Autism is a developmental disability that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges. There is often nothing about how people with autism look that sets them apart from other people, but people with autism may communicate, interact, behave, and learn in ways that are different from most other people.
