Action in Autism

29/10/2025

Action In Autism is hiring!! Please spread the word.

24/10/2025

19/10/2025

It's the end of Action in Autism's skills transference workshop for 2025 and its time to thank the people that contributed to its overwhelming success: -
A great BIG thank you to the facilitators who worked really hard and provided excellent presentations. They gave selflessly of their knowledge and presented practical supports and strategies to delegates, to ensure our people are accommodated, supported and included. Thank you to Speech-language Therapist, Deborah Hardcastle-Omar (Debbie is no stranger to Action in Autism and it was an absolute honour to have her back), Occupational Therapist, Taryn Minnaar, AAC Specialist and Speech-Language Therapist, Dineo Makgetloa, Educational Psychologist. Dr. Shireen Mohamed, Clinical Psychologist, Sdu Mncwabe, Parent of two autistic young men and an Educator, Sarah Pyoos and Autistic Advocate, Prashant Parusnath. We thank you. To Nadeeham Jamieson from Antz Trade Solutions, thank you for providing the sound equipment free of charge. We appreciate you. To Taegan Devar from Peoplesmart Consulting, thank you for formatting and printing the manuals free of charge. They were indeed beautiful. To Amanda and Trevor Michael, thank you for supporting x4 mothers who could not afford the workshop. You are indeed a Godsend. To the most amazing team at Shahumna, led by Ashvir Dalu, Delani Doncabe and Precious Sokhulu and their students Anthony Daniel Eastwood, Isaac Jethro Munisamy, Uday Mahlutshana, Kailash Ramjattan, Mark Nugent, Melita Mandlate and Zahid Khan, thank you for providing the most delicious food over the two days. Our autistic students make us proud. You were professional, attentive and you saw to our every need. We salute you. To the behind the scene workers: office manager, Nkanyiso Ntuli, Zina Osana and Sbu Mzimela, we thank you - we are an A Team at Action in Autism. Siyabonga.

18/10/2025

Day 2 of the Skills Transference Workshop and all delegates are engaged and participating - another wonderful day of learning and sharing.

17/10/2025

Day 1: The Workshop is off to a fantastic start. Lovely engagement, so many skills, so respectful of our people - we feel empowered.

16/10/2025

The workshop is intentionally designed to meet the needs of both parents and professionals, including those in the business sector seeking to make their workplaces more inclusive.

16/10/2025

The staff are busy prepping for the skills transference workshop. We have 56 delegates who have registered to attend. We're looking forward to a wonderful, neurodiverse embracing, inclusive workshop. More to follow....

08/10/2025

What a wonderful blast from the past. At Action in Autism we are constantly growing and thriving and finding new ways to support the neurodivergent population. Please don't forget our powerful Skills Transference Workshop on 17th and 18th October 2025. It is accredited with 14CPD points, includes 7 experts in the field of autism supports and accommodations. Contact info@actioninautism.org.za or call 031 5633039.

02/10/2025

The staff at Action in Autism celebrated Heritage Month in style. It was a wonderful way to end the term in camaraderie and joyful celebration. All made the effort to look their fabulous best. They work hard and are committed to serving our autistic people. Halala Action in Autism staff, we salute you.

01/10/2025

This morning, Shahumna Centre students explored a hidden gem in the heart of Central Town – the iTrump Rooftop Garden.

Created to transform unused spaces into sustainable, green sanctuaries, the garden showcases innovative permaculture and recycling practices.

Our students enjoyed insightful talks by Mr. Linda Mbonambi - the head of Area Based Management (Durban City) - on Durban’s urban renewal efforts and by Althea Bantom, who guided us through the garden’s inspiring eco-friendly initiatives. We also reflected on the importance of creating inclusive opportunities for autistic youth.

A heartfelt thank you to Eric Appelgren for making this experience possible. Thanks goes to Linda Mbonambi for being such an embracing and all inclusive host. The students left inspired, and energised and we can’t wait to visit again.

30/09/2025

We're gearing up for the next skills transference workshop and we hope to see you there. The workshop has been accredited with 14CPD points. Please register to attend with the following link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeiVnAhRhny-GJQXlbydAEL0tc5MLPdc64n2BtaZFV2BxK5BA/viewform
We hope to see you there.