THE ADVISORY BOARD OF
AUTISM SERVICES In Saudi Arabia

The council aims to build a brighter future for individuals with autism spectrum disorder by strengthening the autism services system in the Kingdom. Through the development and unification of efforts in this field, the council brings together a select group of experts and leaders from prominent autism organizations across the Kingdom to coordinate and collaborate towards a shared vision that meets the needs of this valuable group

ESTABLISHMENT OF THE COUNCIL

As part of achieving the strategic goals of  Shamah which focuses on improving the quality of services provided to individuals with autism throughout the kingdom, Shamah recognized the need to form an advisory committee that brings together key stakeholders in the autism sector, including charitable associations and various types of healthcare, rehabilitation, and educational service providers. Therefore, this committee was established and named the Advisory Board of Autism Services

Chairman's speech

We at the Autism Services Advisory Council believe that collaboration is the key to success. Our council brings together a group of experts and leaders from various government, private and civil sectors, and we work together to achieve a common vision of empowering people with autism and their families. We invite you to join us in this noble initiative, and contribute to building a more inclusive and tolerant society

SHAMAH

SHAMAH is a non-profit organization that was established in 2016 by collaboration between Saudi Aramco and Shamua Alamal Company for Special Education and Rehabilitation with financial and administrative support from Aramco. Shamah aims to improve the quality of life of  individuals with autism spectrum disorder and their families

COUNCIL OBJECTIVES

Exchange best practices in autism services

Support for local and international conferences

Supporting scientific research in the field of autism

Encouraging the private sector to invest in autism services

Contribute to the enactment of legislation & policies related to autism

Enhancing collaboration between relevant parties in various sectors

President's speech

We at the Autism Services Advisory Council believe that collaboration is the key to success. Our council brings together a group of experts and leaders from various government, private and civil sectors, and we work together to achieve a common vision of empowering people with autism and their families. We invite you to join us in this noble initiative, and contribute to building a more inclusive and tolerant society.

2024

PARTICIPATING BODIES IN THE FIRST CYCLE OF COUNCIL

MEMBERS OF THE FIRST CYCLE

Prince Saud bin Abdulaziz bin Farhan Al Saud
Chairman
Dr. Saad Al-Shahrani
Vice Chairman
Ms. Sukainah Al-Abkari
Board Secretary
Princess Samira AlFarhan Al Saud
Center for Quality of Life in Riyadh
Dr. Saad Awaad Al-Harbi
Ministry of Education
Mr. Ahmed Al Fahid
Human Resources Development Fund
Major General Dr. Ali AlBarak
Prince Mohammed bin Salman Autism Program
Mrs. Areej Al-Muallim
Society of Autism Families