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Published in: New Straits Times
Publication date: April 2, 2026
IN conjunction with its 20th anniversary and World Autism Awareness Month 2026, Early Autism Project Malaysia is organising Run for Autism 2026.
The event is aimed at raising funds to expand access to autism services nationwide. The two-week virtual run will culminate in an autism-friendly charity carnival and fun run on April 18 at Perdana Botanical Gardens, Kuala Lumpur, with all proceeds going to Early Autism Project’s non-profit arm, The Hope Project.
Funds raised will support key initiatives under The Hope Project, including the development of the free Autism At Home digital app, as well as subsidised services for families and support for non-profit autism centres nationwide through clinical upskilling and capacity building.
The Autism At Home app is designed to empower parents, teachers, and caregivers with accessible resources, training modules, and practical guides, with the aim of reaching thousands of families across Malaysia and beyond.
Early Autism Project director Dr Jochebed Isaacs, says “Run for Autism 2026 is not just a celebration of 20 years of the Early Autism Project, but also a milestone for The Hope Project.
“With the number of children diagnosed with autism in Malaysia rising by over 660 per cent from 2013 to 2023, there has never been a more important time to come together in support of neurodiverse individuals,” she says.
Registration for Run for Autism 2026 is open online until April 12. The virtual run is open to individuals aged 12 and above. Participants will accumulate a 20km distance at their own pace, anytime and anywhere between April 2-18.
The challenge can be completed across multiple sessions, with participants tracking and submitting their distance digitally.
All participants will then be invited to complete their final lap at the Run for Autism Carnival on April 18 at Perdana Botanical Gardens, through a community fun run.
To register, go to: https://getbiib.com/events/1600