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Meeting at the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Brasília on Pioneer, autism and future international cooperation

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The Diplomatic Organization of Autistan was received at the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Brasília to present the concerning situation of Pioneer Ski Park, an important inclusive project near Almaty, to recall its historical contribution to the project’s development since 2016, and to open prospects for cooperation on autism, accessibility and a future National Autism Plan for Kazakhstan. Continue Reading →

Pioneer in Kazakhstan: Protecting a Unique Center for Autistic Children

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Pioneer Mountain Resort, near Almaty, is a rare inclusive ecosystem combining adaptive skiing, natural hypoxia, mountain camps, research, training, family support, digital innovation and a non-defectological approach to autism. Threatened by an expropriation procedure, this place — foundational for Autistan — should be protected as a human, social and inclusive model for autistic children, families and Kazakhstan. Continue Reading →