A CHARITY will mark World Autism Awareness Day next month by staging a mass-participation walk.
The North-East Autism Society’s Walk for Autism will set off from Baltic Square at Gateshead Quayside at 10.30am on Wednesday, April 2.
The charity, which runs the North East Autism Centre in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, aims to raise awareness of autism, while raising funds to support families affected by the condition.
More than 300 people, including dignitaries, fundraisers and representatives from autism support groups and special schools, have already signed up for the one-mile walk and more are expected on the day.
To register to take part, visit ne-as.org.uk/walk
To donate, visit justgiving.com/walkforautism2014 or text NEAS50 and your donation amount to 70070
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