In recognition of his contribution as a successful father of a person with autism, Professor Md. Akhtar Hossain, the respected Education and Research Secretary of SWID Bangladesh, has been honored with a special accolade and award at the state ceremony of the "19th World Autism Awareness Day-2026." [1]The Chief Guest, Honorable Minister of the Ministry of Social Welfare, Professor Dr. Abu Zafer Md. Zahid Hossain, MP, handed over this glorious award at the Osmani Memorial Auditorium, in an event organized by the Neuro-Developmental Disability Protection Trust.Embodying this year's theme—"Autism is not a limitation, every life is valuable"—Professor Md. Akhtar Hossain has been working tirelessly for a long time to integrate autistic individuals, including his own child, into the mainstream of society. This state recognition is a moment of immense pride and joy for our entire organization.The event was attended by the Honorable Minister of State for the Ministry of Social Welfare, Ms. Farzana Sharmin, MP, as the Special Guest, and was presided over by the Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Md. Abu Yusuf.We believe that his prestigious achievement will further inspire people from all walks of life working for the welfare of individuals with autism. On behalf of SWID Bangladesh, we wish him good health, longevity, and continued success in his future career.Congratulations from—The SWID Bangladesh Family
