Actively seeking acceptance
Inclement weather did not stymie the spectrum of smiles and statements of support that were on display during the 8th Annual Autism Acceptance Walk and Resource Fair held Saturday at the Fort Dodge Middle School. Due to sporadic thunderstorms, the planned walk was relocated to the middle school’s hallways, with over a hundred participants marching for autism acceptance and inclusion. Sponsored locally by Facing Autism, Inc., the Autism Walk occurs annually in April to coincide with National Autism Acceptance Month, formerly known as Autism Awareness Month. Initiated nationally ...