Training sessions and special initiatives marked the World Autism Awareness Day programs held at the ESSS Hall on 3rd April, 2025. Lourdes Hospital and Lourdes Institute of Behavioral Sciences, in collaboration with Ernakulam Social Service Society, organized a training session for special schoolteachers and social workers.  Rev. Dr. Antony Sijan Manuveliparambil, Director, ESSS delivered the presidential address. Dr. Anoop Vincent, President of Ernakulam Psychiatric Society inaugurated the function. The event was aimed at enhancing awareness and understanding of autism, according to a release. DBiz company extended support to ‘Ausome Bites’, an initiative by Autism Club that empowers children on the autism spectrum through baking.