Greek PM Chairs First Meeting of Special Committee for Autism

The Special Committee for Autism, established in December, held its first meeting on Tuesday, chaired by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. The committee aims to provide expert recommendations for improving lifelong support for individuals on the autism spectrum, CE Report quotes Athens-Macedonian

Discussions focused on key priorities, including the development of a digital autism guide with practical advice for parents and recommended steps following a diagnosis. The committee also explored strategies for ensuring equal opportunities in education and employment, emphasizing the need for teacher training and vocational certification linked to market demands.

Experts highlighted the importance of early diagnosis and considered implementing standardized testing for young children at risk of developing autism. Mitsotakis reaffirmed the government’s commitment to advancing policies that promote inclusion, stressing that no one should feel invisible or excluded from society.