Better understand and know autism in Côte d'Ivoire
Between taboo, stigma and expensive treatment, the management of autism spectrum disorder remains difficult. WHO estimates that at least 1% of the Ivorian population is affected. Reception facilities are almost non-existent and specialized doctors are sorely lacking. Children with this neurobiological disorder are often marginalized and stigmatized. A few health professionals try to provide them with the appropriate care.
Tunisian Rabeb Fersi, winner of the 7th edition of the "Challenge App Afrique RFI – France 24" with her project "Crop's Talk"
"Crop's Talk" is a mobile application that allows farmers to improve their yields and save water resources, as well as their resilience to climate change. Its creator Rabeb Fersi won the "Challenge App Afrique RFI-France 24". Open to all Africans and young companies on the continent, this edition of the "Challenge App Afrique RFI - France 24" aimed to reward digital innovations (websites, applications...) to improve agricultural practices for sustainable agriculture.
UNESCO's Qualifications Passport: a universal document to recognize the educational attainment of refugees and vulnerable migrants
This is a positive initiative to enable refugees and vulnerable migrants to access higher education and recognition of their academic qualifications. UNESCO has set up a "Qualifications Passport". This universal tool attests to the level of education of each beneficiary and allows them to pursue studies or obtain a job in the host country. One of the beneficiaries, Lévi Byarurema Trésor, now studying in Italy, testifies.
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