IT No.: 9155885

Jasmel Special Needs Support Foundation

Advancing early detection, intervention, and inclusive support for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other Neurodevelopmental Disorders (NDDs).

Who We Are

Empowering Lives, Building Inclusion

About JSNSF

Jasmel Special Needs Support Foundation is a legally registered, non-profit organization in Abuja, Nigeria. We focus on strengthening inclusive health systems by delivering early childhood developmental screening, therapeutic interventions, and capacity-building programs for frontline healthcare workers and caregivers in underserved communities.

Our Mission

To improve early identification, access to intervention, and quality of life for children with ASD and other neurodevelopmental disorders through community-based programs and capacity building.

Our Vision

To create an inclusive society where every child with special needs has access to early diagnosis, quality care, and the opportunity to thrive.

What We Do

Our Impact Areas

1. Early Screening & Assessment

Free and subsidized community-based screening programs to promote early diagnosis, and in-depth evaluation to identify developmental, behavioral, and learning needs for proper intervention planning.

2. Therapy & Intervention Support

Provide free and subsidized therapy support for positively screened children (ABA, Speech & Language Therapy, Learning Disabilities Therapy, ADHD Therapy PRI and Sensory Integration Therapy).

3. Parental/Caregiver Education

Empowering parents/caregivers with knowledge and practical strategies for home support and counseling.

4. Health Worker Capacity Building

We train Primary Health Care Workers (PHCWs) on how to screen and identify children with ASD & NDDs.

5. Advocacy and Awareness

Community outreach programs to reduce stigma and increase understanding of ASD and NDDs.

Our Principles

Core Values

Inclusion & Equity

Equal access to quality care, education, and opportunities to thrive regardless of ability.

Compassion & Dignity

Serving with empathy, respect, and cultural sensitivity.

Early Intervention

Timely, evidence-based screening to improve long-term quality of life.

Excellence

High-quality, ethical, and standardized services aligned with global best practices.

Community-Centered

Working hand-in-hand with families and local health systems.

Accountability

Integrity in operations and responsible stewardship of resources.

Collaboration

Partnerships with government, NGOs, and global institutions.

Innovation

Continuously adopting new ideas and tools to improve service delivery.

Our Work

Projects & Impact

Completed

Spark A Spectrum – Autism Awareness Initiative

In collaboration with the University of Houston, Clear Lake, USA and the Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities, we organized a free autism screening for Abuja residents to commemorate World Autism Month.

Completed

Autism Awareness Walk

A large-scale community walk in Abuja that sensitized over 1000 people and raised awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other Neurodevelopmental Disorders (NDDs).

Ongoing

Community Outreach – Lugbe FHA, Abuja

JSNSF visited Shining Star Orphanage Home where 25 orphans received free screening for ASD and NDDs, and caregivers were trained and educated.

Leadership

Meet The Team

Ogwu Chukwuma Jerome

Ogwu Chukwuma Jerome

Chairman & Founder

Nkechi Peace Nwosu

Nkechi Peace Nwosu

Programmes Manager

Chukwuma Emelda Omonofa

Chukwuma Emelda Omonofa

Trustee

Ighodaro Nneka

Ighodaro Nneka

Trustee/Secretary

Ogwu Stella Ebele

Ogwu Stella Ebele

Trustee