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provide high quality videos as well as articles of our applied behaviour analysis approach , Progressive Applied Behavior Analysis . In the videos , you will see different children learning similar skills but with different approaches individualized to their own unique personalities and learning needs . This website is also very helpful to teachers , school administrators and other education professionals to help them support their students with ASD in the school and other learning environments .
How does the APP raise awareness about autism and advocate for the rights and inclusion of individuals on the autism spectrum ?
Autism Partnership is one with the community in advocating autism awareness and acceptance . Aside from promoting effective treatment , we want to highlight the need to improve quality of life for people with autism so they can lead full and meaningful lives as an integral part of society . We are dedicated to supporting families , providing training and strengthening the skills of parents , teachers and professionals caring for individuals with autism . We also conduct and support autism research and the development of programs aimed at addressing the social needs of individuals with ASD . Through our meaningful endeavours and continuous collaboration with different organizations sharing the same advocacy , we hope that the community will open doors that lead them to inclusion , employment , growth and success .
One particular event that we regularly join and support is the annual celebration of World Autism Awareness Day ( WAAD ), held on April 2 . This is a great opportunity to gather more people from various sectors to educate them about autism , showcase the talents and skills of individuals with autism and establish more provisions on how to support them better .
Can you share success stories or testimonials from families who have benefited from APP ’ s programs and initiatives ?
Yes , here are a few .
“ AP continuously helps & trains us parents in dealing with our child . Before we knew AP we felt helpless , we panicked & did not know how to approach our child . Now we are firm & confident parents . Even family gatherings & Sunday masses become as typical as anyone ' s . Our child is now comfortable around people & behaves well during Sunday masses .”
“ AP is an all-in-one package . They have a very holistic developmental approach . Not only has our child ' s speech been improving , but also his social and self-help skills as well . Our child has become more independent . Now I have a little helper - from tidying up toys , dirty clothes to the hamper , placing juice drinks back in the fridge , our child can now follow instructions . AP can customize programs for a child , on particular areas that we parents think also need improvement - like being comfortable during games or blowing out candles at birthday parties .”
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