What we do
About us
Halima Adewole Autism Foundation
Halima Adewole Autism Foundation is a non-profit organization whose goal is to provide
autism awareness in Nigeria and sponsor children with autism to attend special needs
schools. The foundation aims to increase, empower and educate both individuals, families,
and communities living with autism.
HAAF will provide support for children with autism to receive the necessary education and
care.
Our Mission
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Our main mission is to improve the lives of those living and affected with autism.
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Promote ASD acceptance and inclusion within Nigeria.
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Improve public understanding of autism, foster autism-friendly environments.
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Empower local autistic youth through education, training, employment, and interests.
What we offer
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Offer info, guides, and resources on autism, including diagnosis and treatment.
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Conduct training programs for caregivers on autism management and interventions.
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Advocate for autism individuals, provide resources through groups and events.
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Ensure vital support is accessible to every family through our financial assistance.
Meet the founder
Halima Adewole is a Behavior Therapist
residing in the US. Having grown up in Lagos and experienced firsthand the difficulties of
being tagged as a slow learner with mild dyslexia, Halima understands the struggles of those
with learning disabilities.
She founded HAAF due to her passion for education for children with learning disabilities
and her current focus on children diagnosed with autism. Her experience working with
children at an autism clinic in Atlanta, Georgia has equipped HAAF with the knowledge and
expertise to provide advocacy and support for children with autism in Nigeria.
