Creating Awareness on Autism, Improving Lives
Ike Foundation for Autism (IFA) is a non-profit and Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) dedicated to serving all persons living with Autism in Africa and supporting them to live productive and fulfilling lives, irrespective of age, race, religion, sexual orientation, income levels or gender.
At IFA, we focus more on Awareness, Assessment, Inclusive health services, Early childhood Intervention, Educational services & Capacity building for Care givers,Parents. Therapist, Service providers & Rightsholder group.
Our Impact
In Nigeria, IFA has been leading the cause for Autism awareness and advocacy. We have impacted the Autism community through awareness, assessment, inclusive health services, early childhood intervention, educational services, and capacity building for caregivers, parents, therapists, service providers & Rightsholder groups.
1000+
Lives Impacted
100+
Capacity Building
1000+
Community Support
Our Strategic Areas
IFA aims to HEAL ASD through dedicated support services in Health, Education, Awareness and Advocacy, and Learning.
Health
We have put in place a structure that makes assessment & diagnosis more accessible to persons who may be on the spectrum.
Education
Autism does not have a cure, but Early Intervention offers the best chance at a normal life. At IFA, we offer early childhood intervention.
Advocacy & Awareness
Autism awareness in Africa is extremely low. A central aspect of IFA’s work is to improve awareness around the condition in Africa.
Learning & Support
Our physical and online libraries hold vast collections of scholarly and other information about autism spectrum disorder.
Early Intervention Centre
IFA has set up and is running the first Public Private Partnership (PPP) Autism Assessment/Early Intervention Centre of its kind in Nigeria.
Events & Training
We combine up-to-date learning content with leading professionals to discuss Autism-related topics, provide more insights and train individuals.
E-Library
IFA is running the largest library and resource center dedicated to educating the public about the complexities of autism, creating awareness, improving know-how and reducing stigma.
Learn More about Autism,the early signs & Causes
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or autism, is a broad term used to describe a group of neurodevelopmental conditions. Major characteristics of these conditions are seen in communication and social interaction. People with ASD often demonstrate restricted and repetitive interests or patterns of behavio
News & Blog
Five Ways To Cope With Parenting A Child With Autism
We have provided a few tips here to help you cope in difficult times.
Niyi’s Autism Diary
Most Autism stories are riddled with a litany of woes, and almost always leave the listener or reader more disheartened than inspired.
Niyi’s Autism Diary 2
The Olaitans, having ruled out the possibility of genetic causes from Niyi’s disorder, both agreed that there had to be a spiritual undertone to the situation;
Gender-Based Violence Against Autistic Women in Africa
I shudder to think about how many instances there must be in Africa . . . hidden, unheard of, not spoken about;
At IFA, we focus more on Awareness, Assessment, Inclusive health services, Early childhood Intervention, Educational services & Capacity building for Care givers,Parents. Therapist, Service providers & Rightsholder group..
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CONTACT INFO
Plot 1580 Damaturu Crescent, AICL Office Suites 6 & 7, Garki II, Abuja.