Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges. People with ASD may communicate, interact, behave, and learn in ways that are different from most other people. The learning, thinking, and problem-solving abilities of people with ASD can range from gifted to severely challenged.
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a 
What Do We Do?
TEACH AUTISM
Autism Belize, working with parents, volunteer professionals, doctors, psychologists, therapists, and special education teachers to organize and host:
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Monthly Parent & Teacher Trainings
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Sensitization Presentations to Schools & the Business Community
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Special Education Needs Teacher Training Modules (NEW)
PROMOTE AWARENESS
Autism Belize, utilizing social media in an effort to create opportunities for sharing, hosts and produces:
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LIVE Facebook Guest Speaker Presentations
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A Weekly Blog Titled: A Parent’s Perspective
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A Monthly Newsletter
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Light It Up Blue Campaign in April
SHOW ACCEPTANCE
Autism Belize collaborates with other health and disability organization, as well as the government of Belize, to advocate for a National Policy for Disabled People. We firmly believe that a Belize that is educated and accepting of differences will be a stronger, kinder, transformed Belize.
PROVIDE SUPPORT
In an effort to provide support for our families and persons on the spectrum, Autism Belize offers:
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Monthly Parent Support Group Meetings via Zoom
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Special Needs Yoga
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Guidance and support for those who reach out
Once Belize is safe to socialize again, we plan to hold a variety of activities for our children, youths and young adults on the spectrum as well.
