Dotun Akande
Member of the OAKonsult Faculty
About Dotun
Dotun Akande is a pioneering autism advocate, educator and Founder of Patrick Speech and Languages Centre, Nigeria’s first specialised autism education centre, established in 2006. With 20 years’ experience in autism education and advocacy, she is an Advanced Certified Autism Specialist with training in Applied Behaviour Analysis.
Her expertise spans early intervention, behavioural support, inclusive education, family support and autism awareness. Driven by her lived experience as a parent, she champions dignity, inclusion, opportunity and improved quality of life for individuals with autism and their families.
She is equally passionate about advocating for greater autism awareness, acceptance and meaningful participation within churches and faith-based communities.
Role
Faculty member
Team
OAKonsult Faculty
Also
Founder, Patrick Speech and Languages Centre
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