Editor's note: The National Aquatics Center in Beijing, a venue that has hosted two Olympics, illuminated its facade in blue on April 2, 2025 to mark World Autism Awareness Day for the 15th consecutive year. This year's event underscored the values of fairness, unity and perseverance — core principles of sportsmanship — while spreading the message "Respect differences, light up hope." During the event, a range of diverse activities were held at the venue, aiming to raise public awareness and promote inclusivity for people with autism.

The National Aquatics Center in Beijing illuminated its facade in blue for the 15th consecutive year on April 2, 2025 to mark World Autism Awareness Day. [Photo provided to China.org.cn]