World Autism Awareness Day 2009: Yoko Ono Unveils Promise Piece

On World Autism Awareness Day in 2009, artist and musician Yoko Ono unveiled an art piece at UN Headquarters in New York.

• Categories: News & Features / Features / Stories from the UN Archive
• Video Length: 00:01:39
• Production Date: 1 April 2025
• Asset Language: Original
• Personal Subject: YOKO ONO
• Subject Topical: AUTISM; ADVOCACY; HISTORY; AUDIOVISUAL ARCHIVES
• MAMS Id: 3404417
• Parent Id: 3404417

Description

On World Autism Awareness Day in 2009, artist and musician Yoko Ono unveiled an art piece at UN Headquarters in New York. Called Promise Piece, the work is made up of puzzle pieces. 

Utilizing material from the UN Audiovisual Library, this episode highlights Ms. Ono's calls for raising funds, awareness and advocacy to address autism worldwide.