Autism Knows No Borders

Encouraging Acceptance in Saudi Arabia, with Nora Alharbi | TBT


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Discover what’s possible when a mother learns her child’s language. 

Nora Alharbi is a teacher and a mother to four children in Saudi Arabia. Her second child, Fares, is autistic. Fares receives services at Namaee Center, our partner site in Riyadh. 

In this conversation, we discuss: 

  • The level of autism awareness in Saudi Arabia and what services are available for families there
  • How Nora came to accept her son’s autism
  • Fares’ autistic strengths and relationship with his siblings
  • How his communication skills have developed since attending Namaee Center
  • Advice for other parents who may be struggling with accepting their child’s diagnosis
  • Are you a parent wanting to connect with other parents who may be going through similar experiences? You can find support and resources in our Global Autism Community

    Just a reminder, our community is open to anyone related to autism. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a professional in the field, you can participate in these important conversations on our platform. 

    Sign up today at community.globalautismproject.org. Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism. 

    This episode with Nora Alharbi was originally released on May 20, 2021.

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