Kia kaha Russell, Fiona Jimmy, and Leo. Sadly many of the challenges facing people with autism and their families remain. But a movement of rights, dreams, and aspirations is growing and is unstoppable in its pursuit of great lives for all disabled people. I’d also like to acknowledge some of the people who have taught and inspired me: Oscar, Hilary, and Serena Stace, Matt Frost, and David, Jules and their families.

http://www.hrc.co.nz/news/autism-awareness-day/