Dean Simpson

Walk for Autism 2026

My Activity Tracking

My tracker shows my steps for the 8 days of the challenge from 26th March to 2nd April. My goal progression shows all my steps including any I have done outside of the challenge days.

My Target: 80000 Steps

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Walk for Autism: A Journey of Love, Understanding, and Hope

I am walking for my son—an amazing, bright 8-year-old boy who fills my life with so much love and wonder. This walk is more than just a physical journey; it’s a path toward understanding, acceptance, and hope for the future. Each step I take represents the strength, resilience, and incredible spirit of my son, as well as all those living with autism.

As a parent, watching my son navigate the world with unique challenges and brilliant abilities has been both humbling and inspiring. Sometimes, it's the little moments - the smile that lights up his face when he discovers something new, or the way his imagination runs wild - that remind me of the incredible person he is. But other times, it's the harder moments - the misunderstandings, the struggles with communication - that push me to advocate even more fiercely for him.

This walk is my way of showing him, and the world, that he is seen, loved, and valued for exactly who he is. It’s a tribute to his journey, and to the journeys of all individuals with autism and their families. I’m walking with a heart full of gratitude for the progress we’ve made and the hope that lies ahead. I’m walking for awareness, to encourage compassion, and to foster a society where every child, no matter their neurodiversity, has the support and opportunities to thrive.

This walk is for my son. It’s for every child who experiences the world differently. It’s for the parents, the caregivers, and the advocates who stand beside them. And it’s for a brighter, more inclusive future for everyone.

My achievements

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