Autism Care Nepal Society
Empowers people with autism to protect and promote their rights and utilize their skills to have a meaningful and effective participation in society.
Overview
Help people with autism live the life they choose by contributing your time and effort. Get the satisfaction of making a real difference in people’s lives while meeting new people and potentially learning a new skill. By volunteering at ACNS you can improve the lives of people affected by autism in Nepal.
It is the only active autism organization in Nepal that is run by passionate parents that care for persons with autism. It is a non-governmental, nonprofit-making, non-political NGO. ACNS began in 2008 as a volunteer parent support group. Today the organization provides support and services annually to nearly 500 children and adults with autism and their families and is the only active organization working for the rights of individuals with Autism.
ACNS supports and services include free counseling, assessment, and diagnosis, family counseling, parent and child training, functional assessment, individual interventions, therapies, special school, vocational unit, etc. ACNS also offers information and referral services and works to educate the community about the people with autism.
For additional information, please visit the official webpage dedicated to volunteers here or, if there is something you would like to ask that is not featured on the list please do not hesitate to contact Autism Care Nepal Society at [email protected].
Location
This opportunity is located in Nepal.
Professional Designation
Healthcare Services Needed
Immunization
Language
English is required. Nepali is helpful but not necessary.
Amenities & Accommodation
No unfortunately the NGO cannot provide any lodging but there are different possibilities as Airbnb, homestay, hostel and hotel.
Meals
All employees receive a daily lunch.