The Key School for Children with Autism raises awareness through walk

The Key School is the oldest school in Johannesburg to offer specialized educational and therapeutic intervention.

May 22, 2024

Asanda Matlhare 1 minute read

Tim Emerick, Akwande Mgwabi, Aquillo Mlilo and Boston Kamanga. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

The Key School for Children with Autism in Parktown bid farewell to Autism Acceptance Month on April 26.

Back: Michelle Pellaton and Caroline Sibanda.
Front: Sizwe Sjabangu.

According to the South African Government website, “The United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution 62/139, tabled by the State of Qatar, in 2007, to declare April 2 as World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD). World Autism Awareness Day shines a light on autism as a growing global health crisis.”

Liam Nunn, Rubi Abraham, Mulalo Silima and Mulalo Mavhungu. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

The website added that activities surrounding the day help to increase and develop world knowledge of autism and stress the importance of early diagnosis and early intervention. Additionally, WAAD celebrates the unique talents and skills of persons with autism and is a day when individuals with autism are warmly welcomed and embraced in community events around the globe.

Back: Michelle Pellaton and Hilda Moyo.
Front: Thapelo Maketekete, Ayabulela Mbanguta and Kele Phalane. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

The school principal, Michelle Pellaton said the Autism awareness walk was meant to bring more awareness around Autism, “Even if it is to a small community and try to create a village in Parktown where all neighbours and companies feel accepted and heard and appreciated while celebrating our children.”