The Expert Speaks Series: Part 10 - Chitra Iyer in a conversation with Dr. Rubina Lal - a podcast by MFA

In this exclusive ‘Expert Speaks Series’, Chitra will be in conversation with various experts who closely work with Special Needs Children and their families. These experts could be doctors, therapists, legal professionals, vocational trainers or even family members who have successfully secured the future for a loved one. The aim is to bring their knowledge and vast experience to you so that you can find the solutions and guidance you need to live a happier life.

In this episode, we have with us Dr. Rubina Lal, a parent, professor, special educator and researcher. She is the Founder member of Sopan, an NGO that works for Autism. 

Listen to her in conversation with Chitra Iyer, where she shares her thoughts on:

1. As an expert in the field of Autism and after having worked with the government and other private institutions, what is the big change that she has seen over 40 years? What is her 'ask' for the coming decades?

2. What are the 3 most important things she would like to tell the newly diagnosed Special Needs Parents?

3. What are her thoughts on the 'future planning' of Special Needs Children as they become adults?

For some of you who might not know, Chitra Iyer, is a Special Needs Parent herself and a Trustee with Forum for Autism. Her 22 year old son, Shravan, has Autism, Epilepsy and Cerebral Palsy. Professionally, she is a Financial Coach and the CEO of MFA, a 16-year-old organization that specializes in Goal-based Investing and has been supporting the cause of Autism for more than a decade now. She has been helping hundreds of families with her guidance, talks, webinars etc.

We would like to emphasize here that 'Special Needs' covers any kind of intellectual or physical challenge/disability and not just Autism. The challenges faced and future planning required for it, are quite similar.

Do listen and share it with all the Special Needs Families and other groups you know.

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