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Correct Communication with Individuals with Autism in the Time of Disaster

2023-1-TR01-KA122-ADU-0001216522023Short-term projects for mobility of staff in adult educationongoing
Countries: TR · Grant: €10,536
DisabilitiesPhysical and mental health, well-being

Objectives

To establish healthy and effective communication with individuals with autism in disaster and emergency situations.Factors such as sound and light that do not disturb other people under normal conditions can disturb individuals with autism.Individuals with autism who are not effective in communication usually have introverted personalities.Learning the tricks of how to communicate with individuals with autism will remove the barriers between us by enabling our Search&Rescue teams.

Background

Individuals with autism are one of the most vulnerable groups during the S&R works.The purpose of the training is to raise individuals with autism as adaptable,collaborative,self-sufficient individuals in times of disaster and emergency. We designed this project to increase the knowledge level of individuals with autism and their families about disasters and emergencies.We aim to create awareness as natural disasters are heavy processes that disrupt their routines and their contacts with society

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