Government launches new initiative to support children with autism

Children with early signs of autism will be the focus of two new federally funded intervention programs announced by the Labor government. The announcement coincides with the first meeting of the Oversight Council that's developing a national Autism strategy. Nepali-language speaking parents share their thoughts on the initiative, and autism awareness in the community.

Government plans better support for children with autism. Source: Moment RF / EF Volart/Getty Images

This report is available in Nepali language:

अटिजम भएका बालबालिकाका लागि नयाँ सरकारी पहल: के भन्छन् नेपाली समुदायका अभिभावकहरू?

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