Volunteer with Autistic Children in Beijing
China
Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks and 5-8 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 1-2 weeks
Dates: 1st and 3rd Monday of every month
Description:
The Beijing Institute for Autist Children was founded in 1993 by a parent of an autist child and is China's first non-governmental educational organization to serve children with autism. Autism is a developmental disability that impairs sensory input causing problems in social behavior, communication and learning. It hinders establishment of personal relationships, and interaction in community life. Most, but not all, individuals with autism have some degree of mental retardation. No single biological cause has been found but a significant number of medical disorders occur in conjunction with autism. Current research supports the fact that autism is a disorder of early brain development.
Highlights:
Vision : To help people with autism to provide with equal chance of development and enjoy a normalization of life. Mission : Focused upon family support & based on the training of teaching skills, strive to be a bridge between society and people with autism.
Cost in US$: see website
Cost Include Description:
The program includes the following : * Pre-departure support * Airport pickup * Accommodation * Orientation upon arrival * City tour of Beijing * Welcome lunch * Volunteer Placements * Co-ordination and support
Experience Required: no
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
This Program is also open to
Families, Couples and Individuals
Application Process Involves:
WLS International Ltd's Mission Statement: WLS International Ltd is a British travel company offering Meaningful and Volunteer Programs in China, Cambodia, Nepal, The Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam.
Year Founded: 2003
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