Autism Support Center (Kenya) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the social economic lives of those living in the autism spectrum in Kenya.
This is done by assisting to find access to education, therapy, assessment and mentoring for families impacted by autism. ASCK coordinates a variety of intensive programs designed to engage youth with autism in a variety of services, aimed at improving their social interaction and participation in vocational training opportunities plus improve their social support.

About autism

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a general term for a group of complex disorders of brain development. These disorders are characterized, in varying degrees, by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviours. ASD can be associated with intellectual disability, difficulties in motor coordination and attention and physical health issues such as sleep and gastrointestinal disturbances. Some persons with ASD excel in visual skills, music, math and art.

autism in kenya

Only recently has Autism Spectrum Disorder become recognized in Kenya. Before this, children on the spectrum were beaten, hidden away, or killed because it was believed that they were possessed by demons. Its true that most of the behaviours of these children are quite eccentric and misunderstood but they are rarely violent or evil. Luckily, over the past few years autism awareness has slowly spread throughout the country. Global Statistics show that 1 in 88 children will be diagnosed with autism, it's even scarier to know that more children will be diagnosed as autistic than with cancer, aids, and diabetes combined. 

our projects

Adopt an Autism Tree Project
Social Butterfly Mentor Programs
Nutrition and Healthy Eating Healthy Habits Program
Art and Crafts
Autism Awarness
Autism Training
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Get Involved

There are many ways to get involved with ASCK. You can join us at our events, adopt an autism tree or become a Friend of ASCK.
Monthly Newsletter 

Find healthy, special needs friendly recipes; useful videos and articles, and what's going on at ASC(K) every month. 

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How to help us

With your generous donations, we will be able to continue providing our services to children with special needs in Kenya..