Light it Up Blue for World Autism Awareness Day 2022
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The city of Busan has announced that it will light up its major landmarks blue in observance of World Autism Awareness Day (April 2nd).
World Autism Awareness Day, designated by the United Nations, is an internationally recognized day falling on April 2nd of every year to raise awareness about people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and promote the importance of early diagnosis and treatment of ASD.
The city of Busan has joined the campaign every year since 2018. The campaign in Busan is hosted by Busan Metropolitan City and organized by the Autism Society of Korea Busan branch.
The city of Busan has been making efforts to raise public awareness about autism through its official website and social media account, public transport system and outdoor billboard since March 14, 2022.
The 15th Annual World Autism Awareness Day ceremony will take place on April 1, 2022 at Busan City Hall with the participation of persons with autism and their families.
The city of Busan will join the global campaign movement, “Light it Up Blue” on April 1st and 2nd this year.
Busan Metropolitan City Hall, Gwangandaegyo Bridge, Namhangdaegyo Bridge, Busanhangdaegyo Bridge, Busan Tower, Busan Cinema Center, the broadcast transmission tower on Hwangnyeongsan mountain, Jagalchi Market, Busan Citizens Park, Songsanghyeon Square, Haeundae LCT The Sharp and Yongho-dong W will light up blue from sunset to midnight on April 1st and 2nd. The lighting time may vary depending on the location.
Website: https://www.bsfamily.kr/51/?bmode=view&idx=11072782&back_url=&t=board&page=1 (Korean)
