Together For Autism Gambia (@TfagOrg) profile picture

An organisation aiming to raise awareness and promote acceptance in the Gambia

Joined November 2024
Here is a visual word cloud showing the key pledges or hopes to advocate for from the Autism Walk and Symposium. This represents a powerful community pledge to build a more inclusive society—where everyone, regardless of ability, is seen, supported, and understood.
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Day 9 of 30! With a little awareness and simple adjustments like quieter spaces or softer lighting we can help create environments where autistic individuals feel safe, supported, and included. #autism #autismawarenessmonth #autismacceptance #sensory #autismgambia
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Day 8 of 30! Understanding meltdows helps us respond with patience, calm, and support instead of punishment. Let’s create environments where children feel safe, understood, and supported. #autism #meltdowns #autismawarenessmonth #autismacceptance #togetherforautismgambia
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Day 7 of 30! Autistic meltdowns are often misunderstood but they are not tantrums. They are a response to overwhelming situations, whether sensory, emotional, or environmental. #AutismAwareness #TFAG #DifferentNotLess #AutismAcceptance #SupportNotStigma
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Day 6 of 30! Not all autistic individuals communicate with words and that’s okay. Communication can happen through gestures, pictures, or assistive technology.
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Day 5 of 30! Girls often show subtler signs and may “mask” their behaviours to fit in socially making it harder to recognize their needs.
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Day 4 of 30! From Level 1 (requiring support) to Level 3 (requiring very substantial support), each level reflects the kind of help a person may need not their potential, worth, or ability. Remember “Different not Less”
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Thank you for not only highlighting the journey of our founder but also the work we do as an organisation.
Honoured to have been featured on an Autism Awareness Day story for the @cgtnafrica by the beautiful @lena and team! Thank you for choosing my story as a parent of a child with ASD😊 #autismmom #autism #autismawareness
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Day 3 of 30! Early intervention isn’t just helpful, it’s life-changing. With the right support early on, children can build essential communication and social skills that empower their future. #autismacceptance #autism #autismgambia #togetherforautismgambia
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Together For Autism Gambia retweeted
Autism Awareness Day 💙 Today we celebrate the uniqueness and strengths of people on the autism spectrum. At Together for Autism Gambia, we believe awareness and acceptance are key to building an inclusive society. Let’s listen, learn, and embrace diversity.
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Together For Autism Gambia retweeted
Day 1 & 2 of 30! Do you know what autism really is? Discover the signs, strengths, and ways to support people on the spectrum. Knowledge is the first step toward acceptance! #AutismAwareness #TogetherForAutismGambia
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Day 1 & 2 of 30! Do you know what autism really is? Discover the signs, strengths, and ways to support people on the spectrum. Knowledge is the first step toward acceptance! #AutismAwareness #TogetherForAutismGambia
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Autism Awareness Day 💙 Today we celebrate the uniqueness and strengths of people on the autism spectrum. At Together for Autism Gambia, we believe awareness and acceptance are key to building an inclusive society. Let’s listen, learn, and embrace diversity.
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Happy International Autism Awareness Month! Behind every child with autism is a story of strength, love, and resilience. This month, we are creating space for those stories to be heard, understood, and supported. Here is to Awareness! Acceptance & Action!
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Did you know? 💙 Autism is a lifetime condition, not an illness to be cured. With understanding, acceptance, and the right support, autistic people can thrive in their own unique ways. Let’s choose inclusion, respect, and compassion today and always.
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Together For Autism Gambia retweeted
On Sunday, 18th January, a parent meeting for the Bendula children was held in Tanji, focusing on autism awareness. Our founder, attended as an invited guest, representing TFAG and as a parent, where she shared insights and engaged in discussions with parents. #autismawareness
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On Sunday, 18th January, a parent meeting for the Bendula children was held in Tanji, focusing on autism awareness. Our founder, attended as an invited guest, representing TFAG and as a parent, where she shared insights and engaged in discussions with parents. #autismawareness
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Together For Autism Gambia retweeted
A year on, the voices of parents and professionals continue to remind us why awareness, acceptance, and collaboration matter in supporting children on the spectrum. 💙 Relive the powerful moments from TFAG’s Introduction Event. Here’s to Acceptance. Inclusion. Action.✨
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A year on, the voices of parents and professionals continue to remind us why awareness, acceptance, and collaboration matter in supporting children on the spectrum. 💙 Relive the powerful moments from TFAG’s Introduction Event. Here’s to Acceptance. Inclusion. Action.✨
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Together For Autism Gambia retweeted
Introducing the Spin-Up Buddy Program! Together for Autism Gambia is building skills, strengthening families, and creating real connections through home-based support for autistic children and adults. Become a Buddy or support a family, learn, grow, and make an impact! 🤝
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Introducing the Spin-Up Buddy Program! Together for Autism Gambia is building skills, strengthening families, and creating real connections through home-based support for autistic children and adults. Become a Buddy or support a family, learn, grow, and make an impact! 🤝
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