Inclusion in the Community | Dr. Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku

🌟 At ICAN USA 2025 – The International Conference for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders 🌍 Dr. Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku – Founder of Andy Speaks 4 Special Needs Persons Africa, Executive Member of the Eastern Africa Academy of Childhood Disabilities, and WHO World Rehabilitation Alliance (ER) Member – is a powerful voice for disability inclusion across Africa and beyond. Her work bridges advocacy, policy, and compassion, empowering communities to create spaces where neurodivergent individuals can thrive. 📽️ Witness the parenthood and vision of Dr. Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku in her compelling session—“Inclusion in the Community”—as she highlights the importance of community-driven support systems, inclusive policies, and the collective responsibility to ensure that every individual is seen, heard, and valued. Followed by The Panel Discussion featuring a powerful lineup of voices shaping the future of Autism and Neurodiversity as follows: Dr. Temple Grandin - Renowned scientist, author, and autism advocate, whose life work has transformed global understanding of neurodiversity. Dr. Alok Sharma - Neurosurgeon, neuroscientist, and stem cell therapy pioneer, presenting the science behind regenerative medicine in autism care. Lynne White - Also known as AwesomismMom, is an autism mom, advocate, and co-founder of Team Awesomism LLC—a platform dedicated to empowering autistic adults. Dr. Richard Boles - A medical geneticist specializing in mitochondrial and neurological disorders, and serving as Chief Medical & Scientific Officer at NeuroNeeds. Thomas Iland - An international speaker, award-winning author, and the first Toastmasters Accredited Speaker with autism. Stacey Hoaglund - The President of the Autism Society of Florida, a leading educational advocate, and statewide trainer dedicated to advancing autism awareness, safety, and inclusive practices. Elizabeth Bonker - non-speaking autistic communicator and Executive Director at Communication 4 ALL. Dr. Tyler Sexton - Pediatrician, Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, President of the American College of Hyperbaric Medicine, Motivational Speaker, and Author. 🌐 Join the movement that’s shaping a more accepting, empowered, and informed world. 📌 Don’t forget to share and subscribe for more sessions from ICAN’s international stage. #SylviaMochaboAkinsiku #AndySpeaksAfrica #ICANUSA2025 #InternationalAutismConference #GlobalAutismSummit #DisabilityInclusion #AutismAdvocacy #Neurodiversity #CommunityInclusion #PolicyChange #Empowerment #VoicesThatInspire #AutismConnect