Embrace the Spectrum, Embrace Each Child.

Inclusive mission celebrating unique talents, unlocking potential, and eradicating stigma for children on the autism spectrum.

Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges

Unifying hearts, dissolving differences, fostering understanding, and embracing diversity, for a more inclusive and harmonious world.

World of Acceptance

Fostering empathy, dismantling stigma, nurturing inclusion, and embracing diversity to build a world accepting of autism.

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Empathy

Challenges

Awareness

Inclusion

About

Pathways Autism Trust is an incredible organization founded by passionate parents! They have taken action and established an autism-specific educational and therapeutic service center for children in need in Zimbabwe. This ground-breaking initiative will change countless lives and we couldn’t be more proud to support such an inspiring cause. Not only is our organization registered as a Trust but as a Private Voluntary Organization (PVO) under the Ministry of Public Service, Labour, and Social Welfare as PVO39/2015. We have full confidence in our staff and volunteers and know that we can make a positive impact for children affected by autism in Zimbabwe and beyond!

What really is Autism?

Autism is known as a spectrum of neuro-developmental disorders characterised by deficits in verbal and social communication, and by rigid and repetitive behaviours. These characteristics present themselves in affected persons in a spectrum ranging from mild to severe. It affects 1-2 in 100 people worldwide, according to the Centres for Disease Control.

Some Misconceptions

In a world often divided by misconceptions and prejudice, a powerful ethos emerges, encapsulated in the phrase “Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges.” This rallying call champions unity, empathy, and understanding as essential tools to forge a more harmonious and inclusive society

Unleashing the Brilliance Within: Autism Shines.

Celebrating unique talents, empowering growth, and illuminating the world with the brilliance of individuals on the autism spectrum.

“Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges”

Unifying hearts, dissolving differences, fostering understanding, and embracing diversity, for a more inclusive and harmonious world.

Embrace the Spectrum, Embrace Each Child”

not only encapsulates the ethos of inclusivity but also serves as a rallying cry against the social and cultural stigma that plagues children with autism in Zimbabwe.

“Inclusion is Key: Embracing Diversity.”

By opening our hearts and minds, we create a world where every voice is heard, and all differences are celebrated.

Autism in numbers

Zimbabwe

Cases Per 100 000

Globally

Million Cases

Globally % Increase

Since 2000

Global %

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Our Sponsors

Our sponsors are the heart and soul of our organization, the backbone of our mission’s success. With their generous support and unwavering belief in our cause, we can continue to provide crucial services and make a real difference in the lives of children on the autism spectrum in Zimbabwe.