ACNS - AutismCare Nepal Society

Autism Care Nepal Society (ACNS) was founded by Mrs. Kalpana Ghimire and Dr. Hem Sagar Baral, parents of a Child with Autism named Sylvia. Since its foundation on April 2nd, 2008, the charity has come a long way with the involvement of several other parents and experts. The executive council of ACNS was formed on March 8th, 2009. The council was revised several times and latest revision was performed on September 9th, 2017. Dr. Sunita Maleku Amatya was elected as Chairperson in 2011, 2013, 2015 and again in 2017.

Vision: “A society where PWA enjoy independent and dignified life”.

Mission: “Empowering people with Autism to protect and, promote their rights and utilise their skills to have a meaningful and effective participation in the society”.

Goals: Achieving the following condition shall be the goals of ACNS
A condition, where there is;

• Easy access of PWAs to health, appropriate education, employment/livelihood, empowerment, social participation, use of all facilities, assistance and support, reasonable accommodation, including all services, facilities and opportunities connected to their special needs as their rights.
• Accessible, unbiased and accurate clinical diagnosis, assessment and therapies; for children with Autism
• Adequate constitutional provisions, policies, laws to address the all human rights and needs of PWA.
• Availability of legal representation and assistance to PWA and their representatives for full protection of all legal rights.
• Equal access to and use of all facilities, services and activities in the community.
• Sustainability of ACNS.