Discover what’s possible when you break the silence.
What is the understanding of autism in Afghanistan? And the availability of services in Canada?
If you’re curious about autism support and awareness around the world, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Hilai Nasib.
Originally from Afghanistan and currently living in Canada, Hilai Nasib is the mother of a 10 year old son with autism. She advocates about autism on social media, hoping to destigmatize autism in Afghan communities. 
This episode is part one of our conversation, and we discuss:

Hilai’s process of getting her son’s diagnosis
Early intervention and availability of services in Canada
What Hilai envisions for her son’s future
How cultural beliefs about mental health impact autism awareness
What ultimately encouraged Hilai to open up about her son’s autism
Her journey as an autism advocate

You can follow Hilai on Instagram @fresh.soul.
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Show Notes

Discover what’s possible when fear transforms into acceptance.

How do stressors like war and displacement affect how a culture understands neurodiversity?

This episode is part two of my conversation with Hilai Nasib, where we discuss some of the unique challenges faced by Afghan families with autistic children.

Originally from Afghanistan and currently living in Canada, Hilai Nasib is the mother of a 10 year old son with autism. She advocates about autism on social media, hoping to destigmatize autism in Afghan communities. 

Among other things, we discuss:

  • The availability of autism services in Afghanistan
  • Common misconceptions about autism within Afghan communities
  • The impact of stigma and religious beliefs on autism awareness
  • How to navigate cultural sensitivities as an autism advocate
  • Hilai’s hopes for Afghan communities
  • Advice for parents of newly diagnosed autistic children

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We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too. 

Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast 

Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community 

Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project 

We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey 

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