Etihad Airways supports Autism Awareness

Press release

Published April 4th, 2017 - 06:28 GMT

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is showing its support for Autism Awareness Month.

Highlighting the need for increased awareness and understanding for autism, Etihad Airways joined thousands of businesses, buildings and iconic landmarks in ‘Light It Up Blue’ – a global initiative on World Autism Awareness Day – by bathing the exterior of its facilities in blue light. In the month of April, which is recognised as Autism Awareness Month locally and internationally, the airline will also be organising community and staff initiatives to promote autism awareness and the UAE’s socially inclusive society.

Background Information

Etihad Airways

As an airline, Etihad has come a long way in a short time – just like its home Abu Dhabi.

The airline was established by Royal (Emiri) Decree in July 2003 and is wholly owned by the Government of Abu Dhabi with a mandate to operate safely, commercially and profitably.