Voices of Autism in the Pacific Islands

What a truly incredible Autism Awareness Day in the Marshall Islands 🤍

Today, we saw something powerful — parents, children, families, teachers, principals, health professionals, support staff, and community members all coming together in one space to stand for understanding, acceptance, and inclusion.

This is how we create change.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, shared their stories, took photos, and stood with autistic children and their families. 🌺

This is what community looks like.

Let’s keep this momentum going — awareness is just the beginning.

As the mural states, “For every child, belonging”.

A special thank you for your support and collaboration:
World Bank Pacific UNICEF Pacific Republic of the Marshall Islands, Public School System RMI Ministry of Health and Human services RMI Early Childhood Development Program - ECD

What an incredible morning celebrating Autism Awareness Day in Majuro 🌊

We are so grateful for the overwhelming support from our community — families, children, and friends who came together to celebrate, learn, and stand with autistic children.

Our T-shirts are now finished — thank you to everyone who came early and showed their support!

Let’s keep the momentum going — continue sharing your photos, spreading awareness, and building a more inclusive Marshall Islands. 🌺

🌊 Majuro, let’s come together.

Join us this Autism Awareness Day as we celebrate, support, and stand with autistic children and families in our community.

📍 Join us at the new Inclusivity Mural “Belonging” at Marshall Islands High School
📸 Take a photo
📲 Post it on social media
👕 Receive a FREE Autism Awareness T-shirt

Let’s fill our feeds with messages of acceptance, understanding, and pride.
Because every child deserves to belong. 🌺

🗓 Thursday, 2 April 2026
⏰ From 8:00 AM

Bring your family, your friends, and your support — and let’s make this a day to remember.

Join us at 5 pm on Power 103.5 FM to talk about Autism and Neurodiversity in the Marshall Islands 🌈

Early support starts here. Taking steps forward towards better outcomes for children in RMI 🤍

Are you worried about your child’s development?

Maybe they’re not talking yet…
Maybe they don’t respond to their name…
Maybe something just feels different — but you’re not sure what to do.

You are not alone. And you don’t have to figure this out on your own.

We are hosting a Child Development & Autism Screening Day in Majuro to support families just like yours.

This is a simple, supportive space where you can:
✔ Have your child screened
✔ Ask questions
✔ Speak to trained professionals
✔ Get guidance on next steps

This is the first step to understanding your child and getting the right support early.

If you’ve been wondering, this is your sign to come.

All families are welcome 🤍

Every child in the Pacific Islands deserves to be understood, supported, and welcomed.

Here are some signs of autism in children and what you can do if you have concerns.

Early understanding and support can make a big difference.
Let’s learn together, support our children, and build a kinder Island community.

Every child grows in their own way, but some early signs can help us understand when a child may be autistic. 💛

Here are 6 early signs of autism you may notice in young children.
If you recognize any of these, it’s okay. Autism is not bad; it’s a different way of learning and experiencing the world.
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Early support can help children thrive.