Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) has said that the 2023 GTCO Autism Conference and follow-up consultations with the theme: “Empowering Voices for Autism”, is aimed at promoting inclusivity and self-advocacy for persons on the Autism Spectrum.
An offshoot of the Orange Ribbon Initiative, the GTCO Autism Conference has grown to become a reference point for autism advocacy and intervention in Africa, providing support and empowerment to thousands of people with neurodevelopmental disorders, according to a statement by the bank.
Commenting on the 2023 GTCO Autism Conference, Group Chief Executive Officer of Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc, Mr Segun Agbaje, stated: “Society thrives when diverse individuals with their distinctive voices, perspectives, and cultures are welcomed and celebrated. It is therefore important that persons on the ASD spectrum are given the chance to succeed and empowered to experience life to its fullest.
“We are excited about the evolving insights on the management of autism and remain committed to ensuring that more and more persons with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are able to find their voice and embrace their uniqueness whilst contributing meaningfully to society.”
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Working with specialists and partner organisations within and outside Nigeria, the conference will feature lectures, panel discussions, and performances carefully prepared to showcase the diverse talents that exist in the autism community whilst also creating a platform for persons with ASD and their families to connect and share ideas with subject-matter experts on different aspects of autism spectrum disorder including its nature and management.
