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Autism Congo

Educate. Empower. Elevate.

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WELCOME

Every child deserves a future.

No matter where they are born. We are so glad you are here.

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WHY IT MATTERS

Community is how we change the world.

Every event we host is more than a fundraiser — it is a declaration that children with autism in the DRC are seen, valued, and worthy of the world's attention. When you show up, you tell a mother in Kinshasa: you are not alone. The energy in the room, the dollars raised, the conversations sparked — all of it travels across the ocean and lands where it matters most.

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School Build Initiative

We Own the Land. Now We Build the School.

In the heart of the DRC, a sign stands in a field that once held nothing but grass and silence. It reads: 'This land belongs to AutismCongo.' That sign is a promise — to every child with autism who has never had a place built for them. A place to learn. A place to belong. A place to become.

AutismCongo school architectural rendering
School Vision — Feb 2026
AutismCongo land sign — this land belongs to AutismCongo
The Land · Congo

Your donation goes directly toward construction. Every dollar is a brick.

1 Acre
of land secured in the DRC
$0
in debt — owned outright
Phase 1
construction ready to begin
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Our Three E's

Awareness & Education
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Educate

Awareness & Education

Raising public understanding of autism in the DRC through community outreach, workshops, and media campaigns that combat stigma and empower families.

Family Support & Advocacy
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Empower

Family Support & Advocacy

Providing direct support to mothers and families — from emotional encouragement and peer networks to connecting them with therapeutic resources.

Therapeutic & Educational Access
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Elevate

Therapeutic & Educational Access

Building infrastructure for autism diagnosis, therapy, and specialized schooling in the DRC — partnering with local professionals to fill critical gaps.

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When my son was diagnosed, I felt completely alone. In the DRC, people didn't understand — they blamed me, they feared him. Autism Congo gave us hope. They gave us a community. They gave my son a future.

— A mother supported by Autism Congo Initiative

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Ways to Get Involved

Donate
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Give

Donate

Your tax-deductible gift directly supports autism awareness, family support programs, and educational resources in the DRC.

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Volunteer
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Serve

Volunteer

Share your time and skills — from event planning to social media, every contribution makes a difference.

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Partner With Us
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Partner

Partner With Us

Congregations, professionals, and businesses can sponsor programs or host awareness events in their communities.

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Impact by the Numbers

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200+
Families Supported
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5
Community Workshops
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2
Countries Served
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100%
Volunteer-Driven

✨ FEATURED — UPDATED REGULARLY

Story from Kinshasa

Every child with autism in the DRC deserves a future. Read stories from the families we serve, learn about our annual report, and discover how your support is making a real difference on the ground in Kinshasa.

This spotlight changes regularly — check back for new stories, fundraising kits, and program updates from our team.

Photo Gallery

Our Community in Motion

Every photo is a story. Every face is a reason we fight.

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Kids dancing at community event
Kids dancing at community event
Family in African attire at gala
Family in African attire at gala
Women in Congolese cultural dress
Women in Congolese cultural dress
Women community group photo
Women community group photo
Girl spinning on the dance floor
Girl spinning on the dance floor
Man dancing in African print shirt
Man dancing in African print shirt
Speaker presenting at event
Speaker presenting at event
Child dancing with adult at gala
Child dancing with adult at gala
Girl in African dress among crowd
Girl in African dress among crowd
Girl dancing on ballroom floor
Girl dancing on ballroom floor
Man dancing with child at event
Man dancing with child at event
Crowd gathered with kids on stage
Crowd gathered with kids on stage
Mom and kids in African outfits outdoors
Mom and kids in African outfits outdoors
Toddler dancing in orange dress
Toddler dancing in orange dress
Traditional Congolese food plate
Traditional Congolese food plate
Siblings portrait at sunset
Siblings portrait at sunset
Team group photo
Team group photo
Therese Kolongo, Founder
Therese Kolongo, Founder
Therese with her son
Therese with her son
Therese and her son
Therese and her son
Community women
Community women
Community gathering
Community gathering
Family in African attire
Family in African attire
Therese Kolongo
Therese Kolongo

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