The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Works issued a stamp on the occasion of World Autism Day (2 April), through the Cyprus Post Office, thus showing respect and acceptance to people on the autism spectrum. The stamp was presented today by the Minister of Transport, Communications and Works Mr. Yannis Karousos and the Pancyprian Association for People with Autism, at a ceremony held at the Thalassa Municipal Museum in Ayia Napa.
Our main concern, as a society and as a State, said the Minister of Transport, Communications and Works in his address, is to inform and sensitize citizens about autism, in order to gradually cultivate an environment of acceptance, without prejudice and stigmatization and understanding the difficulties faced by people with autism.
By issuing the commemorative stamp, the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Works recognises the important work carried out by the Pancyprian Association for People with Autism. The issue of the stamp, noted Mr. Karousos, is another practical appreciation of the State towards people with autism and indicates the will to further strengthen relations with the Association for the benefit of people on the autism spectrum. He reiterated the Government's intention to continue to strengthen the effort to properly inform society about autism issues.
Addressing the mothers of children with autism, Mr. Karousos conveyed his respect and described them as modern heroines and assured them that both in his capacity as Minister and on a personal level, he and his family will stand by them, offering all possible assistance.
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