Autism awareness high in Singapore, but personal acceptance lags: SMU survey

CNA9 hours ago7:15

Would you hire someone with autism? Or consider having an autistic partner? A new survey of nearly 3,200 people suggests there's a gap between what Singaporeans believe and what they're prepared to do. While an overwhelming majority believe people on the autism spectrum can succeed at work with the right support, far fewer are willing to hire them. And when it comes to relationships, only four in 10 would be comfortable having an autistic partner. CNA spoke to SMU Principal Lecturer Rosie Ching, who led the Being.Me study on autism awareness and inclusion, and Mr Bernard Chew, CEO of St Andrew's Autism Centre.

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