Within the scope of the 2023-2025 period activities of the 2nd National Autism Action Plan, carried out under the coordination of the Ministry of Family and Social Services, the development of 206 thousand 746 children was monitored and individual intervention programs were implemented. According to the statement made by the Ministry of Family and Social Services; According to the '2nd National Action Plan for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (2023-2030) 2023-2025 Activity Monitoring Report prepared by the Ministry, studies were carried out to increase the access of individuals with autism to early diagnosis and intervention services, to support families and to strengthen social awareness.
The studies carried out within the scope of the Action Plan aim to improve services for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, strengthen early diagnosis and intervention opportunities, support families and increase cooperation between institutions. Within the scope of strengthening early diagnosis and intervention studies, the Disease Management Platform (HYP) module of the 'Digital Monitoring and Screening Program' was launched on September 15, 2025. While the development of 206 thousand 746 children was monitored and individual intervention programs were implemented last year through the program, case follow-up of family physicians was also systematized. Through multidisciplinary training programs, the knowledge and skills of healthcare personnel in early intervention, behavior analysis, nutrition and emergency health response were improved. Within the scope of services for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, services were provided for individuals with autism in 14 provinces with Multidisciplinary Service Models and Child and Youth Mental Health Centers (ÇÖZGEM) and in 876 public mental health polyclinics. Individual Service Consultancy studies were also carried out in order to determine the needs of families with children with autism and facilitate their access to psychosocial support and social assistance. Consultancy services were provided to 503 people within the scope of pilot practices.
SUPPORT TO 301 FAMILIES IN 4 PROVINCES
Within the scope of the Family-Based National Early Intervention System Development Pilot Implementation carried out by the Ministry, studies were carried out to identify children with developmental risks or disabilities in the 0-8 age group at an early stage, monitor their development and support them together with their families. As a result of the evaluations made by interviewing 801 families in the 4 provinces where the pilot application was carried out, support was provided to 301 children and their families. It is aimed to gradually expand the pilot application throughout the country.
MONITORING COMMISSIONS WERE ESTABLISHED IN 81 PROVINCES
Within the scope of the action plan, training, seminars, panels, workshops and social events were organized throughout the country in order to increase social awareness. Information activities were carried out for families, teachers, healthcare professionals and other professional groups. Provincial Autism Monitoring Commissions were established in 81 provinces under the chairmanship of deputy governors to monitor studies in the field of autism. It was aimed to monitor activities and strengthen inter-institutional cooperation through commissions that are expected to meet at least 3 times a year.
INFORMATION AND CONSULTANCY SERVICES CONTINUE
In addition to its action plan and field activities, the Ministry of Family and Social Services continues its information and guidance activities for individuals with autism and their families through the 'otizm.gov.tr' platform. Detailed information about the 'Individual Social Service Consultancy' project, which provides free support to families with children with autism, can be accessed through the platform. Within the scope of the model, which is implemented in 34 provinces and aims to provide individuals with autism with access to the most appropriate service from the moment of diagnosis and to provide psychosocial support to families, 16 thousand 278 families have been reached to date. The platform also includes information on care organizations and service models, ÇÖZGEMs, educational services of the Ministry of National Education, other public services and social projects.
