TDT | Manama
The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com
In the presence of Bahrain Tourism Minister, Her Excellency Fatima bint Jaafar Al Sairafi, Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB) hosted the “Run for Autism” race for the second consecutive year.
Organised together with the Alia Centre for Early Intervention on April 27, the “Run for Autism” event aimed to raise awareness about autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and support individuals and families affected by autism within the local community.
Spanning over 105,000 square metres of total indoor space, the sporting event at EWB has been set to be a memorable and impactful occasion, bringing together participants of all ages and abilities for a day of unity, inclusion, and advocacy.
The event featured a variety of activities, including timed runs, family-friendly walks, entertainment, and educational resources about autism.
Participants
Open to the public, the event welcomed 500 participants, including children with autism, their families, and carers, who took part in seven categories of competitive races: Boys and girls: 4-6 years: 200 m; 7-9 years: 300 m; 10-12 years: 400 m; 13-15 years: 600 m; special needs: 7-13 years: 600 m; special needs: +14 years: 800 m; and ladies: +16 years: 2 km. On the sidelines of the event, the Tourism Minister awarded the following supporting hotels: the Hilton Hotel, Jumeirah Gulf of Bahrain Resort and Spa, the K Hotel, KYRO Lounge and Restaurant, My Café Bahrain A Boutique Café, Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa & Spa, the Art Hotel & Resort, the Westin City Centre Bahrain, the Lost Paradise of Dilmun Water Park, and others.
Noble cause
The expansive concourses at EWB were an ideal space for this social gathering with a noble cause, which reflects the venue’s huge potential for hosting large-scale sporting events with hundreds of guests under one roof.
In addition to the races, a storyteller event took place where individuals shared their personal experiences and stories related to autism, which helped promote understanding about autism spectrum disorder.
By hosting this event for the second consecutive time, EWB aims to foster a supportive community environment, support a meaningful cause, and make a positive social impact as part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) goals to be an active and positive contributor to the local community.
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