About Us

Who we are?
Autism Potential (AP) is an international non-governmental charitable organization of Canadian origin, focused on developing the potential of people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ASD.

Mission
To develop and deliver optimal programs and methods to maximize the potential of all people with Autism Spectrum Disorder while encouraging and supporting their families and facilitators.

Vision
A world where the potential of people with Autism can be maximized so they have more independent, inclusive, rewarding, meaningful and enjoyable lives.

Our Story

In the heart of compassion and innovation lies Autism Potential (AP), a beacon of hope and empowerment for individuals navigating the vast spectrum of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Born from a fervent commitment to unlock the inherent potential within every individual, AP stands as an international non-governmental charitable organization of Canadian origin. With unwavering dedication, AP strives to redefine the narrative surrounding ASD, offering a nurturing environment where individuals, families, and facilitators are embraced with understanding and support.

At the core of AP’s mission beats the pulse of possibility. Through the development and delivery of optimal programs and methodologies, AP endeavors to chart a transformative journey towards maximizing the potential of each person touched by ASD. With a steadfast belief in the power of inclusion and collaboration, AP extends its reach across borders, fostering a global community where diversity is celebrated and individual strengths are cherished.

Envisioning a world where the richness of every individual shines brightly, AP dreams of a future where individuals with Autism flourish in lives imbued with independence, inclusivity, and fulfillment. In this vision, barriers dissolve, replaced by pathways to growth and opportunity. With empathy as its compass and innovation as its guide, Autism Potential embarks on a profound quest to illuminate the path towards a future where every individual with Autism discovers their unique brilliance and thrives in a world of boundless possibilities.

Our Goals

As an organization, Autism Potential has set three institutional objectives in the short, medium and long term.
Promote awareness in parents living in the Niagara region, about the opportunities for developing the potential of people with ASD through the Potential Development Model, PDM.
  • Generate a regional intervention framework for action, bonding, ownership and development of the MDP in the Niagara region.
  • Position and validate the MDP through indicators of achievement and progress of people with ASD.
Assist governments and local, national, regional and international organizations in research, training, development, implementation of new approaches and models for the development of the potential of people with autism spectrum disorder.

Meet Your Team

SILVIA GONZALEZ
Global Director, Founder
WILLIAM MANRIQUE
Project Director, Fundraising Director, Co-Founder
CARLOS RAMIREZ
Communications and Social Media Director, Co-Founder
NORELIS ALVAREZ
Counselor, Co-Founder
ANGELICA MACHADO
Adviser
Dr. LARISA NOVITSKY

Ph.D. in Psychophysiology, Master of Music in Pedagogy, Adviser