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Autism is often invisible and undercounted, yet it defines so much of many people’s lived reality in Malaysia. — 123rf

HOW can ministries be held accountable for embedding disability-inclusive measures in their budget proposals, and are there specific tools, key performance indicators, or institutional re­­forms that should be mandated?

Accountability must go beyond merely reporting attendance. If ministries want state-funded programmes, then accessibility must be included across the board, says Beatrice Leong, founder of the Autism Inclusive Direct Action Group (Aida).

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