Intersectoral Collaboration for a Better Future of Children with Autism

Autism is a neuro developmental disorder which was not given proper attention in Sri Lanka. The lack of multifaceted attention and intervention will cause lifelong disability of a child burdening the family and the society. To develop such children to their maximum potential, multi-sectoral collaboration is a dire need.

The LRH Steering Committee for Autism with the assistance of Rotary Club of Colombo Reconnections held a multisectoral collaboration and awareness programme named ‘ACCEPT ’22’ on 27^th of January 2022 from 4pm to 6pm at BMICH – ‘Mihilaka Medura’ Outer Canopy, Colombo.

General objectives of the event

1. Public awareness
2. Social Inclusion
3. Intersectoral collaboration
4. Create opportunities
5. Sustainability

News article: ACCEPT ’22: Building a better future for children with autism