Autism Awareness: Stacey and J Sbu shine a light on autism
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In light of World Autism Awareness Day, Stacey and J Sbu take measures to raise awareness about autism, as well as promote respect.
According to the United Nations, 'Autism is a lifelong neurological condition that manifests during early childhood, irrespective of gender, race or socio-economic status. The term Autism Spectrum refers to a range of characteristics. Appropriate support, accommodation and acceptance of this neurological variation allow those on the Spectrum to enjoy equal opportunity, and full and effective participation in society.'
Autism is mainly characterised by the person's unique social interactions, non-standard ways of learning, keen interests in specific subjects, inclination to routines, challenges in typical communications, and particular ways of processing sensory information.
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The rate of autism in all regions of the world is high and the lack of understanding has a tremendous impact on the individuals, their families, and communities.
In order to break the stigmatisation and discrimination associated with neurological differences, Stacey and J Sbu contacted Khanyisa Development Centre.
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https://khanyisacentre.co.za/
serves the community of Durban as an intensive developmental centre for children with multiple different needs (disabilities) from birth to eighteen years of age.Khanyisa believes that children with different needs have the ability to learn and excel if they are provided with appropriate learning
opportunities.
When given this chance, they can then become contributing members of society with the rights and responsibilities necessary to engage with and serve their communities.
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