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Hayward proclaims April as Autism Awareness month, community advocates urge follow-through
Summary
Hayward Mayor Mark Salinas presented a proclamation recognizing April as Autism Awareness Month and April 2 as Autism Awareness Day; parents, teachers and nonprofit leaders urged the city to turn the proclamation into sustained programs and public art to promote inclusion.
Mayor Mark Salinas read a proclamation recognizing April as Autism Awareness Month and April 2 as Autism Awareness Day at the Hayward City Council meeting on May 6.
Advocates and family members who accepted the proclamation asked the city to follow the symbolic recognition with concrete actions. Rhea Lancaster, founder and president of the nonprofit Fearless Path, thanked the council and asked for continued support for inclusive community events and partnership with Hayward Unified School District (HUSD). “This proclamation represents such a major accomplishment and sends a powerful message of inclusion and compassion,” a speaker…
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