Autism touches over 70 millions of families around the world. For many children, it means experiencing the world in a different way — communicating differently, processing emotions differently, and navigating daily life with unique challenges.

For families, it often means learning a new language of patience, advocacy, and unconditional love.

Five years ago, our family began this journey when my daughter Mia was diagnosed with autism. Since then, she has taught us so much about resilience, compassion, and the beauty of seeing the world through a different lens.

This year we are running a 5K‍ for Autism Awareness to celebrate Mia and to stand with the many families walking a similar path. Our goal is not only to run together as a community, but also to raise funds that support autism awareness and resources for children and families who need them.

* Every step we take represents inclusion.

* Every contribution helps create more understanding.

* Every person who joins us helps amplify the voice of the autism community.

If you feel called to support this cause, I invite you to:

‍Join our 5K and run with Team Mia:

when?  March 29, 2026

where?  Zoo Miami

12400 SW 152nd St

Miami, FL 33177

Time?  ⏰ 7:00am - Registration

8:00am - Openning Ceremony

8:15am - 5K Run

⭐ Donate to help support autism awareness

➡  Share this message to help us spread the word

Your support means more than you know.

Together we can create a world where every child — including those with autism — is seen, supported, and celebrated.

➡  Visit my fundraising page to learn more and contribute.

Thank you for running this journey with us .

With gratitude,

Yuliana Manrique

@lamamazul