Action in Autism

Action in Autism We are a lobbyist, support and fundraising NPO for autistic people & their families.

Our objective is to improve the quality of life for autistic people & their caregivers by building partnerships to provide information, services, learning and research. : is now the largest and leading such in ~ . Maximum inclusion & representation. ~~ ~~

22/12/2025

To our wonderful constituency, our supporters, our donors, our staff, our people, we wish you and yours a blessed, bountiful festive season. Be quiet, be safe and be sensory aware. Much love from all of us at Action in Autism.

This is what is true neighborliness this festive season. It shows love and care. Thank you to Steve Le Roux for reach...
18/12/2025

This is what is true neighborliness this festive season. It shows love and care. Thank you to Steve Le Roux for reaching out to us at Action in Autism when a pipe burst. We are truly grateful to you Steve. Wishing you many blessings and good cheer during the festive season.

The staff year end party was a small but joyous occasion. It was a way in which to thank staff for the dedicated and co...
13/12/2025

The staff year end party was a small but joyous occasion. It was a way in which to thank staff for the dedicated and committed work they put in for the year. It was also a time to see employees let their hair down and have some fun. To our staff, thank you for your service to our autistic community. From the executive board and management boards of Action in Autism, we value every one of you and wish you a wonderful, blessed, safe holiday.

We are incredibly grateful to Mr. Deon Naidoo and the amazing team at LDN Concrete and Waterproofing for their generosit...
11/12/2025

We are incredibly grateful to Mr. Deon Naidoo and the amazing team at LDN Concrete and Waterproofing for their generosity and support.

Thanks to their kindness, our little ones in ELIC now have beautiful new carpets to brighten and warm their learning space. Our office is also deeply appreciative of the laptop donation, which will go a long way in improving our daily operations and service to our learners.

Deon and his team also took on the immense task of grading the land at the back of our property — a crucial step in bringing our future agricultural project to life. This dream is now possible because of their belief in what we do.

We are truly thankful to have such wonderful people and companies walk alongside us in supporting the growth, development, and success of our learners and students.

The family gathering hosted on 6 December from 2-4pm was a joyful royal treat for our autistics and their little ones. ...
09/12/2025

The family gathering hosted on 6 December from 2-4pm was a joyful royal treat for our autistics and their little ones. Families were treated to chicken akhni, vegetable breyani, cool drinks and ice creams. The little ones received goodie bags packed with sensory fidgets and tasty treats. They had a blast on the trampoline and jumping castle. And it was wonderful to see our families relaxing in a place that they knew they belonged. There are so many people to thank for making this happen: Shamilla Valodia Essop and Amod Essop for organizing the delish akhni from Solly Manjras, Pravina Pillay and Sugen Pillay for making the most divine vegetable breyani and catering the icecreams, Pragasen Govender from PGA Architects for organizing the wonderful, thoughtful gift packs and Nadeemah Jameson from Antz Trading for the sound equipment. We are because of you. We thank you.

Thank You for an Incredible "Endless Summer" Market 2025!What a truly beautiful day it was at Action in Autism’s Endless...
08/12/2025

Thank You for an Incredible "Endless Summer" Market 2025!

What a truly beautiful day it was at Action in Autism’s Endless Summer Market! We are so grateful that the weather held up, and even more grateful for the incredible turnout and support from every external vendor who joined us. Meeting so many local businesses who stand firmly behind our students and the mission of inclusion was an absolute delight.

A grand event like this is only possible through the generosity and kindness of many. Heartfelt thanks to the families, individuals, and businesses who supported us through donations and sponsorships in various capacities, including:

Kensington Spar, KZN Rainbow Inflatables, Sweets & Biscuits Unlimited, The Edmonds Family, The Goqo Family, The Shongwe Family, Annusha Dalu, Vimla Maharaj & Shervaan Sewnuker, The Buccus Family, The Deka Family, Jwayelaani, New Era Print and Forms, Shelina Surajdeen, Viresh & Nadiria Mishtry, The Juggernath Family, The Mtshali Family, The Nugent Family, The Eastwood Family, Azra Moola & Yunus Moola, Nafees Khan & Razia Khan, Sandy Singh, Vikash Oodit, Foam Fundi, Lorraine Roselt, Tom & Paul Wallach, and Renuka Lal.

Your contributions made an enormous impact.

A special thank you to Candace Grondein for enabling our students to distribute flyers at Kensington Square every Wednesday — your support helps build confidence, communication skills, and community connection.

Our deep appreciation also goes to Prince Makhoba, Aaron Drimmie, and David De Beer for their exceptional musical talent and live performances that added energy and joy throughout the day.

To our incredible volunteers —
Rene Jade Hiralal, Dan Hiralal, Sandy Hiralal, Annusha Dalu, Vimla Maharaj, Phumzile Manana, John Edmonds, Afton Eastwood & Fabian, Kathy Nugent, EXCO Members, Ziningi Myeni, and Wendy Mandlate — thank you for your time, your hands, and your hearts.

Finally, a heartfelt thank you to the dedicated Action in Autism staff of both the ELIC and the Shahumna Centre. Your tireless work, commitment to inclusion, and belief in our students create meaningful opportunities and empowering spaces for all neurodiverse individuals.

The success of the "Endless Summer" Market is a reflection of every supporter, volunteer, vendor, and promoter of autistic people.

Thank you, everyone, for standing with us and celebrating inclusion, community, and the brilliance of our students.

Some pics from the graduation 2025.
07/12/2025

Some pics from the graduation 2025.

07/12/2025

This is just a quick update on the joyous goings on at Action in Autism. On Friday, 5 December, we hosted the early learning intervention centre's graduation. It was a bittersweet moment as we bid farewell to 18 of our learners. We are so sad to see them go but also happy to see them thrive and grow. A huge thank you to Makhosi Mantabende Phili and Mbali Ngidi and the wonderful teachers and staff at Action in Autism for pulling off such a warm wonderful and inclusive event. Thank you to our incredible guest speaker Zayna Mirza, our autistic graduate who recently matriculated and is studying towards a teaching degree. Thank you to Prince Makhoba for playing music for and with our little ones, thank you to Precious Sokhulu and Isaac Munsamy for helping with the catering, thank you to Tazas for providing the delicious pies and thank you to Nadeemah Jameson from Antz Trading for the sound. We have an incredible team at Action in Autism.

The Day Has Arrived! Action in Autism’s "Endless Summer" Market is officially here, and we are so excited to welcome you...
06/12/2025

The Day Has Arrived!

Action in Autism’s "Endless Summer" Market is officially here, and we are so excited to welcome you!

Join us today in celebrating and supporting our students, along with a wonderful variety of vendors showcasing their unique products.

We hope to see you there, enjoying the vibrant atmosphere and the spirit of inclusion that makes this day so special.

We look forward to your attendance!

Action in Autism’s Endless Summer Market is TOMORROW! We can’t wait to welcome you all in celebration and support of our...
05/12/2025

Action in Autism’s Endless Summer Market is TOMORROW!

We can’t wait to welcome you all in celebration and support of our incredible students and the wider neurodiverse community.

Join us for a vibrant day filled with fun, live music, colour and creativity! Browse the products made by our students, and explore over 25 external vendors offering a fantastic variety of goodies.

Bring the family along — there will be pony rides, jumping castles, and plenty of joyful moments for everyone!

🗓 Tomorrow, 6 December
⏰ 9:00am – 2:00pm

We look forward to seeing you there for a memorable day of inclusion, community and endless summer vibes!

Pragasen Govender of PGA Architects teamed up with George Chetty, Liza Thomas and Mikayla Padhwootan of RCE Consulting E...
05/12/2025

Pragasen Govender of PGA Architects teamed up with George Chetty, Liza Thomas and Mikayla Padhwootan of RCE Consulting Engineers to deliver the most wonderful party gifts packs for our year end gathering on 6 December 2025 from 2-4pm. They are filled with all things sensory and delicious. We are so deeply thankful to them for bringing good cheer to our little ones. For those who haven't rsvped, please do so. We will be serving delicious akhni from Solly Manjras, ice creams and each of our little ones will get a party pack. We hope to see you there.

Get ready — the “Endless Summer” Market is almost here!When: Saturday, 6 December, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PMWhere: 105 Haig Road...
03/12/2025

Get ready — the “Endless Summer” Market is almost here!

When: Saturday, 6 December, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: 105 Haig Road, Parkhill

Come early and stay a while — we’re so excited to showcase an incredible array of vendors alongside the wonderful creations from our own students. You’ll discover:

Hand-crafted jewellery & handmade accessories
Delicious baked treats, snacks & drinks
Art & prints
Crafts & décor
Toys
Health products
Unique gifts & treasures

We’d love to see you there supporting local businesses, raising awareness for autism inclusion, and enjoying a warm, friendly community vibe. Bring your family and friends — every purchase helps make a difference!

Address

105 Haig Road Parkhill Durban North
Durban
4091

Opening Hours

Monday 07:30 - 15:00
Tuesday 07:30 - 15:00
Wednesday 07:30 - 15:00
Thursday 07:30 - 15:00
Friday 07:30 - 15:00

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+27315633039

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