Puresouls Learning Foundation is a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) established in 2007 and has been at the forefront of Advocacy for people living with Developmental Disability with its particular focus on Autism. We have been advocating for acceptance, inclusion, education, and skill development of these groups of people. Autism as we all know is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and is the result of a neurological disorder that affects the normal functioning of the brain, impacting development in the areas of social interaction, communication, and imaginative skills.

Both children and adults with autism show difficulties in verbal and non-verbal communication, social interactions and leisure or play activities. Some of them are gifted and talented, these scalable talents need to be encouraged, appreciated, and showcased. One of such activities is Art, through which these individuals find succor and a sustainable career leading to an improvement in their quality of life.

The value of art activities for children with special needs can’t be overemphasized! They provide all young children, and especially children with special needs, with an outlet for expression and creativity that enhances learning by Merle Karnes Ph.D.