Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (“GTCO”) has today announced full plans for its 16th Annual Autism Conference scheduled to hold on Monday, July 27 and Tuesday, July 28, at the Muson Centre, Lagos.
The conference is themed “Acceptance in Action: From Family to Classroom to Workplace to Public Spaces,.
Most importantly, the conference will be followed by one-on-one family consultations by specialists.
It continues the Group’s commitment to advocating for Autism through access to developmental support, professional guidance, and learning opportunities for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.
Leading Platform For Autism Advocacy
Over the years, the GTCO Autism Programme has become a leading platform for Autism advocacy and inclusion across West Africa.
Furthermore, it brings together healthcare professionals, therapists, educators, policymakers, caregivers, and families to foster greater understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs).
Through sustained engagement and collaboration, the programme has helped advance conversations around acceptance and accessibility. Also, it highlights the support systems required to improve outcomes for individuals on the spectrum.
Acceptance In Action
This year’s theme is “Acceptance in Action”. Emphatically, it reflects the need to move beyond awareness towards creating environments where individuals on the Autism spectrum are supported, and empowered at home, in school, in workplace, and public spaces.
Most importantly, the 2026 programme will feature expert-led discussions, workshops, and free consultation sessions delivered by leading local and international specialists in developmental and behavioural sciences.
Also, it will cover key areas such as early intervention, behavioural therapy, communication strategies, inclusive education, and caregiver support.
Genuine Chance For A fullfilling Everyday Life
In Nigeria, the conference will hold on Monday, July 27 and Tuesday, July 28 at the Muson Centre, Lagos.
This will be followed by free one-on-one family consultations with medical and developmental specialists from July 29 to August 1, at the Adeyemi Bero Auditorium, Alausa Secretariat, Ikeja.
Furthermore, in Ghana, the programme will open with a workshop on August 4 at the University of Professional Studies, Accra, followed by free consultations at the same venue from August 5 to 8.
Commenting on the 2026 GTCO Autism Programme, the Group Chief Executive Officer of Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc, Mr Segun Agbaje, said: “Sixteen years ago, we set out to help families navigate a journey that too often felt isolating.
“Today, this programme stands as proof of what sustained commitment can achieve.
“This year’s theme, ‘Acceptance in Action,’ challenges all of us to move past good intentions and start making inclusion visible, in the way we design our schools, structure our workplaces, and welcome one another in public spaces”.
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He added: “No single institution can build an inclusive society alone.
“It takes families willing to advocate, educators willing to adapt, employers willing to open doors, and policymakers willing to act.
“Our role is to keep bringing the right expertise and resources to the table, so that every individual on the autism spectrum has a genuine chance to participate fully and confidently in everyday life”.
Meanwhile, for more information on the GTCO Autism Programme and free consultations, please visit: https://csr.gtbank.com/autism.
About GTCO Plc
GTCO Plc is one of Africa’s leading financial services institutions with a longstanding track record of strong growth, service excellence, and shareholder returns.
Also, the Group operates across banking, payments, asset management, and pension administration in eleven countries, including Nigeria, the UK, and key African markets.
