Breaking Down The Stigma Around Autism in Ethnic Minority Communities

Inclusive Stories: For parents raising nuerodivergent children by Inclusive Stories

Episode notes

I am excited to share an amazing conversation I had with Tola Andu, a health care professional, parent advocate and founder of the TOLA ANDU Foundation. In this episode, we dive into Tola's journey as a parent of a child on the autism spectrum and discuss the challenges she faced along the way. We talk about the importance of creating a supportive community for parents of children on the autism spectrum, overcoming stigma, and prioritising self-care as a parent.

We also chat about advocating for your child in the education system, choosing the right school, and collaborating with schools to ensure the success of neurodivergent children. Plus, we get to learn more about the TOLA ANDU Foundation and its mission to create awareness and support for neurodivergent children in Nigeria. So grab a cuppa and join us for an insightful conversation o ... 

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Keywords
neurodiversityautismethnic minorityadvocatingself careparents