An Alberta mother advocates for implementing 'indigo alerts' to enhance emergency response protocols for missing children with autism spectrum disorder. Following the disappearance of a young Calgary boy, she highlights the critical need for specialized alert systems that account for the unique characteristics and vulnerabilities of neurodivergent children. This campaign seeks to improve coordination between law enforcement and community resources, ensuring faster response times and more effective search strategies tailored to children with autism who may face communication or behavioral challenges during emergencies.

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