Unmasked Mentoring supports Autism Awareness Care & Training

UNMASKED Mentoring, a youth-focused leadership and character development initiative, has donated to the Autism Awareness Care & Training (AACT) as part of its commitment to empathy, service, and inclusive social development.

The presentation, which brought together parents, mentors, mentees, and representatives of AACT, highlighted the growing role of young people in championing social causes, particularly support for children living with autism.

Items donated included six gallons of oil, three bags of rice, bags of washing powder, packs of toilet rolls, paper napkins, and bottled water. The organisation also presented a cheque for GH₵10,000 to the centre.

The founder of Unmasked Mentoring, Mr. Richard Akita, in his address said the initiative was guided by the mantra, “One life, make it count.” He said the organisation’s principle serves as both a philosophy and a responsibility, encouraging young people to live purposefully and positively impact others.

He mentioned that the donation exercise, initially designed as a learning experience for mentees, evolved into a deeper lesson in leadership and compassion.

“The mentees, mostly children and adolescents, are encouraged to understand that leadership transcends age and position, and is rooted in empathy, responsibility and service to others,” Mr. Akita added.

According to Mr. Akita, Unmasked Mentoring acknowledges the immense potential of children living with autism, noting that despite their creativity and unique abilities, many face barriers due to limited awareness and resources. He commended AACT for its tireless efforts in providing care, therapy, education, and dignity to children with autism, often under challenging conditions.

He explained that the donation symbolised the collective efforts of parents who supported the initiative, mentors who guided the process, and mentees who actively chose to serve others as a way of making their lives count.

Receiving the donation, Mr. Abeiku Grant of AACT thanked Unmasked Mentoring, describing the gesture as a meaningful show of solidarity and encouragement that would strengthen their work. He called on other benevolent organisations to come in and support the centre.

By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu

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