// about the movement

A quiet idea, grown across borders.

Rotarians For Autism is a global, Rotary-led movement uniting communities around autism awareness, mental health and inclusion. We build tools, run programs and tell stories that turn awareness into action.

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Awareness

Verified, plain-language information about autism and mental health, shared across borders.

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Inclusion

Tools, training and the Inclusion Index that help clubs, schools and companies build belonging.

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Empowerment

Iktara, caregiver circles, lived stories and pathways that put dignity at the centre.

// our story

From one club to a thousand conversations.

2024
First spark

A small autism awareness program in Delhi quietly grows into a multi-club idea.

2025
Crossing borders

Rotary clubs in India, Sri Lanka and Australia begin sharing playbooks and resources.

2026
A global movement

Rotarians For Autism launches as a unified digital home, with the Inclusion Index and Iktara in preview.

// the team

People behind the movement.

We are Rotarians, Rotaractors, designers, educators and parents from four countries, united by a global initiative for autism inclusion.

PP. PHF. Harold B. Sandrasagara
PP. PHF. Harold B. Sandrasagara
Sri Lanka
Global Initiative of Rotary
Dr. Prasanna Subhakar
Dr. Prasanna Subhakar
India
Child Development Foundation
PP. PHF. Ashad Wehab
PP. PHF. Ashad Wehab
Sri Lanka
Principal, Destination Serendib
PP. PHF. Rakitha Jayathunge
PP. PHF. Rakitha Jayathunge
Sri Lanka
Rotary Club of Colombo Reconnections
Tom Gump Attorney
Tom Gump Attorney
Australia
Rotary Club of Eeling Morningside, Major Donor to TRF
Rtn. N.K. Gopinath
Rtn. N.K. Gopinath
India
Rotary Club of Madras, Major Donor to the TRF
Maestro Diego Carneiro
Maestro Diego Carneiro
Brazil
Renowned Brazilian Cellist, Conductor and Humanitarian, Rotary Peace Fellow
Dr. Keith Watts
Dr. Keith Watts
Australia
Past President and Chair, Membership Committee, Rotary Club of Brisbane
PP. Neeraj Bhatnagar
PP. Neeraj Bhatnagar
India
RC Delhi South East, RID 3011, Major Donor to the TRF

Want to join, partner, or start a chapter?

We are always open to new Rotary clubs, schools and community partners.