A Moment of Pride – April 22, 2025

 🌸 Moonflower Autism Foundation Newsletter
A Moment of Pride – April 22, 2025

Dear Friends and Supporters,

We are overjoyed to share that April 22, 2025, marked a milestone moment for the Moonflower Autism Foundation—an inspiring day filled with pride, passion, and purpose.

🎖️ A Distinguished Honor for Our Chairman
At the World Autism Awareness Day celebration held at the Osmani Smriti Auditorium, our esteemed Chairman, Mr. Naquib Khan, was honored with a prestigious award recognizing his outstanding contributions to the field of autism. The award was graciously presented by Mrs. Sharmin S. Murshed, Advisor to the Ministry of Social Welfare.

 

In a heartfelt acceptance speech, Mr. Khan emphasized the urgent need for greater inclusion, empathy, and support for individuals on the autism spectrum. Watch his inspiring message here.

🗣️ Voices That Inspire
The ceremony was further enriched by a powerful and emotional speech from Dhrupad Asad, a proud self-advocate. With remarkable clarity and courage, Dhrupad shared his unique journey and vision, leaving a lasting impact on everyone present. Experience Dhrupad’s moving speech.

 

🎭 Celebrating Talent and Joy
The day concluded with a vibrant cultural performance by our talented students—Marzook, Arman, Yafi, Tanvir, and others—whose energy, creativity, and confidence lit up the auditorium and hearts of all who attended.

🌱 Looking Ahead with Hope
This recognition is a testament to the unwavering efforts of our community. As we continue to grow and advocate for change, we invite you to stand with us. Your support—big or small—helps transform lives, fuels our mission, and strengthens the voices of those we serve.

📣 Get Involved
To learn more about our work or explore ways to contribute, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us or visit our website.

With gratitude and hope,
Moonflower Autism Foundation
Empowering Voices. Enriching Lives.