The Qatar Autism Society launched the early intervention programme for children with autism spectrum disorder recently, at the Ali bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena at Al Sadd Sports Club, in the presence of Qatar’s Minister of Social Development and Family HE Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi.

Several officials, representatives of partner and supporting institutions, and families of children affiliated with the society, attended the ceremony.

The programme is a pioneering initiative, aimed at providing specialised services tailored to individual needs of children with autism spectrum disorder. It contributes to enhancing their motor, cognitive, and behavioral abilities while also reflecting Qatar’s commitment to comprehensive care and social integration for this group.

The programme targets children between the ages of three and 14 by offering a comprehensive training and therapeutic environment that includes individualized sessions across four main areas — behavior modification, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and special education.

The Qatar Autism Society oversees the administrative and technical aspects of the program, including the provision of qualified staff, equipped facilities, and essential training materials.

In its initial phase, the programme, supported by multiple organizations, is set to accommodate 120 children, with Qatari nationals making up approximately 40 percent of the participants, and future expansion will be considered based on capacity.

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