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Awareness training
Structured sessions for workplaces, public institutions and service providers that replace misconceptions with practical understanding.
Learn more about awareness trainingAutism awareness and inclusion
Advancing autism awareness and inclusion across Africa
We are building an Africa where individuals with autism are understood, respected, and fully included in everyday environments.
Autism awareness starts with understanding
Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition. Because it is often invisible, it is widely misunderstood. The Africa Autism Alliance exists to change that.
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Communication differences
May speak late, little, or differently, or prefer other ways to communicate.
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Social differences
May find eye contact, small talk or reading social cues hard.
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Repetitive behaviour
Repeated movements, routines or intense interests that bring comfort.
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Sensitivity to change and stimulation
Noise, light, crowds or sudden changes can overwhelm.
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Motor differences
Coordination, balance or fine motor tasks may take more effort.
Our vision
An Africa where autism is understood without fear, embraced without stigma, and supported without limitation.
Our mission
To ignite a continent-wide movement that changes how Africa sees, understands, and supports autism.
What we do
A transformational initiative led by Jannis Health and The Realm of Love Foundation.
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Practical education
Hands-on skills: communication strategies, recognising sensory triggers, responding to overload and creating calm spaces.
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Sensory-friendly guidelines
Clear guidance on lighting, noise, crowds, signage, waiting areas and workflow.
Learn more about sensory-friendly guidelines
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Autism-Inclusive Certification
Organisations that complete training and meet the standard earn the certificate, badge and Alliance membership.
Learn more about Autism-Inclusive Certification
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Community advocacy
Public campaigns, school engagement, media outreach and community dialogue to reduce stigma.
Learn more about community advocacyFind support near you
Trusted schools, teachers, specialists and centres across Africa.
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Schools
Autism-friendly schools
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Teachers
Find a trained teacher
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Autism centres
Centres dedicated to autism support
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Health specialists
Clinicians experienced in autism
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Shops
Verified products and services
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Are you a teacher?
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Become an autism-inclusive organisation
Complete our training, meet the inclusion standard, and join a growing network of organisations leading neurodiversity inclusion across Africa.
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Train
Staff complete AAA awareness and practical training.
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Assess
Your spaces and processes are reviewed against the sensory-friendly guidelines.
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Certify
Receive the certificate, badge and Alliance membership.