Dwarfism Awareness Day 2024 is observed on the 25th October every year. Dwarfism Awareness Day is a day to raise awareness of dwarfism and to end stigmas and stereotypes surrounding dwarfism.

• In countries all around the world, people with dwarfism still face social and physical barriers that can stand in the way of choices and opportunities. 
• On Dwarfism Awareness Day, people with dwarfism come together to promote awareness of dwarfism and challenge barriers to assert independence and their right to self-determination. 
• Dwarfism is generally defined as an adult height of less than 4 feet 10 inches (147 centimeters). The most well-known among these is Achondroplasia.

Brief History

25th October was chosen as the day for Dwarfism Awareness Day because it was the birthday of Billy Barty who was an American actor who had dwarfism. In 1957, he set up Little People of America. This is an organisation that supports people with dwarfism as well as raising awareness.