An unforgettable event
Last Sunday, the city of Vilanova del Camí hosted the First Festival for Autism, an initiative organized by the Divergenta entity, which brought together about 200 people in a festive and supportive atmosphere. The event exceeded all expectations, with a number of participants that forced registrations for sausage in advance.
A sensitization message
Carol Nieto, President of Divergenta, expressed his satisfaction with the support received from the community. “We seek to break the taboos that surround autism,” he said, “we want society to talk about this disorder naturally and to encourage the exchange of experiences between families.”
Start of the day with solidarity
The day began with a solidarity hike organized in collaboration with the Vilanova del Camí Hiking Colla. More than 180 people participated in this activity, which took place around ten in the morning, with the sale of tickets for breakfast and raffles. Attendees received a bag with water and fruit, courtesy of local shops.
A walk through nature
The participants enjoyed a route of about 4 kilometers along the Blue Road, which led them to the Maginet Cross, allowing them to appreciate the beauty of the spring landscape, with flowering trees and yellow rapetry fields. This experience was an ideal opportunity to take pictures and connect with nature.
The meal and party
At three -quarters of eleven, the party continued with a sausage in the barbecue area of the Fluvial Park, where more than 180 sandwiches were served, almost exhausting stocks. Local DJ music Javi Mancebo encouraged the event, which also included a raffle with prizes donated for businesses in the area.
Collaborations that make the difference
One of the highlights of the day was the donation of 200 euros by the Association of Pensioners and Retirees of Vilanova del Camí, who decided to allocate the unlawable prize of a Christmas draw to the cause of Divergentea. These funds will help families with autistic children in the Anoia region.
A promising future
The success of this first edition of the Festival for Autism opens its doors to future initiatives that seek to foster the visibility and inclusion of people with autism spectrum disorder. The community has shown its commitment to this cause and the positive energy generated promises a future full of hope and support.
