Awareness
Autism Acceptance
Since 1965, the Autism Society of America and its affiliate network have connected people to the resources they need through education, advocacy, resources, and community programming. This Autism Acceptance Month, as we celebrate this milestone, our Autism Is campaign takes center stage, amplifying the voices and lived experiences of Autistic individuals.
Resources online
- Autism Society of NC
- Autism Acceptance Month
- World Awareness Day
- Autism Research and Resources from CDC
Upcoming Events:
Annual Coastal NC Run/Walk for Autism - Wilmington, NC | April 25, 2026
Join the Autism Society of NC for the annual Coastal NC Run Walk for Autism at the UNCW Track & Field facility in Wilmington!
Crystal Coast Run/Walk for Autism - Morehead City | May 02, 2026
The Crystal Coast Run/Walk for Autism will have something for everyone! Join the 5K noncompetitive or family-friendly recreational 1-mile run/walk. Be a part of our community for this fun day!
For the list of all the events, visit their events page.
 Alcohol Awareness MonthApril is Alcohol Awareness Month, an opportunity to update your knowledge about the adverse effects of alcohol misuse on health and society. Resources online
Trillium Alcohol & FASD Awareness SymposiumTopics Include:
FASD is a group of conditions caused by prenatal alcohol exposure. As many as 1 in 20 children in the United States has an FASD. |
Child Abuse Prevention Month 2026: Pinwheels of Possibility
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time when Positive Childhood Alliance North Carolina and its statewide partners join Prevent Child Abuse America in connecting with families, communities, prevention advocates, and supporters to focus on the creation of an ecosystem of primary prevention in the U.S. and emphasize the importance of building a narrative of hope for the future of children and families.
Get involved with Child Abuse Prevention Month this April
- Attend the family-friendly Child Abuse Prevention Month Kickoff Event in Raleigh on Wednesday, April 1.
- Wear Blue Day on Friday, April 10: Show your support by wearing blue and sharing photos on social media using #WearBlueDay2026 and #PCANC
- Digital Advocacy Day is Wednesday, April 9: Take action by urging legislators to prioritize policies that strengthen families and communities. Find your legislators and learn more about policies that strengthen families and communities.