ADVOCATING FOR AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER
According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), the prevalence of autism in Africa is similar to other regions. Still, access to diagnosis and treatment is limited due to challenges such as a shortage of specialized healthcare professionals and resources.
DECODER Health is a non-governmental organization based in the Washington DC area that advocates for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in the U.S. and Tanzania. Dr. Annie Lasway, the founder and CEO of DECODER Health, has been at the forefront of debunking stigmas and raising awareness about autism globally, with a specific focus on supporting people with ASD in Tanzania.