Under this Project sponsored by Australian Aid and administered through the Direct Aid Program, the focus areas are:1. Skill training…
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Our Mission
To promote full participation of autistic persons and their families through awareness raising, empowerment and advocacy
What is Autism?
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) / Autism, refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. Approximately 1 in 44 children in the U.S. is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD); CDC 2021.
Rights of Persons With Disability
Anchored in the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) and specific articles of the constitution of Kenya, (2010), (Article 7 (b), Article 20 (5) (b), Article 21 (1) (3), Article 27(4), Article 28, Article 43, Articles 97(1) (c), Article 98 (1) (d), Article 177 (1) (c), Article 54.
Autism Diagnosis
Based on the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th ed.), an autistic child experiences limitations in the areas of social communication and interaction in addition to restrictive, repetitive patterns of behaviour, interests, or activities. These deficits may affect their active participation in academic settings, undermining their overall academic outcomes.
CRPD Article 19
Article 19 of the CRPD that emphasizes that Persons with Disabilities should be supported to live independently. The CRPD recognizes the equal right of all persons with disabilities to live in the community, with choices equal to others, and be included and fully participate in all spheres
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RECENT PROJECTS AND EVENTS
CategoriesEvents Jobs and Skilling Projects 
27th Nov 2021 Online Workshop
Differently Talented Society of Kenya (DTSK) will be hosting a workshop on Saturday 27th November, 2021 at 12.30pm to 2.30pm.…
20th Nov 2021 Workshop
Differently Talented Society of Kenya will hold a caregivers/parents physical workshop at Marble Arch hotel, Lagos Rd (near the fire…
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about us
A world where children and people with autism are accepted and included.
DTSK raises awareness throughout society, including at the family level, regarding persons with autism to foster respect for the rights and dignity of persons with autism in line with CRPDs Article 28.
DTSK is also committed to the wellbeing of persons with ASD and dedicated to Empower, Enlighten and Support Persons with ASD to reach their full potential.
latest news
CategoriesEvents Jobs and Skilling Projects Direct Aid Program
Under this Project sponsored by Australian Aid and administered through the Direct Aid Program, the focus areas are:1. Skill training…
CategoriesStories Raising a 17 yr old son
Then, last summer, when Liam was 16, we got a taste of what the future might hold. My husband finished…
CategoriesChildren Information Language, communication and skills
Many autistic children develop language skills at a different rate and in a different order from typically developing children. This means…
CategoriesChildren Information Development and Autism
Autistic children might develop skills at different rates from typically developing children. They might also develop skills in a different…
CategoriesChildren Information Medical Autism Diagnosis
Autism can be diagnosed from 12-18 months, but it’s usually from around 2 years of age. Diagnosis usually involves many specialists…
CategoriesChildren Information Autism and children
Based on the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th ed.), an autistic child experiences limitations in the areas…
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Blessed Hse, Suite 106c, 1st Flr, Opp. Garden City, Thika Superhighway Exit 7
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+254 111 438 968
info@dtsk.or.ke