Ayati - National Centre for Children with Disabilities

Ayati: Empowering Children with Disabilities About Us Ayati, meaning HOPE in Sanskrit, is a national initiative focused on integrating children with disabilities into society. Our vision is to help them reach their full potential by ensuring equal access to education, healthcare, social participation, and future employment in Sri Lanka. Our Objective: - Establish and run a National Centre of Excellence at the Faculty of Medicine in Ragama. - Challenge public perceptions and eliminate disability stigma. - Expand services to rural areas of Sri Lanka over time. Our Work: With one in five Sri Lankan children affected by disabilities, Ayati recognizes their strengths. Our mission is to enhance their quality of life, independence, and potential through comprehensive support. Situation Analysis: - 20% of Sri Lankan children have disabilities. - Cerebral palsy affects 2-5% in developed countries. - Autism diagnosed in 1 in 93 Sri Lankan children. Ayati Centre Today: Sri Lankas inaugura...