{"id":7601,"date":"2026-07-09T10:29:40","date_gmt":"2026-07-09T10:29:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tespok.co.ke\/?p=7601"},"modified":"2026-07-09T10:29:41","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T10:29:41","slug":"tespok-autism-marathon-2026-champions-inclusion-awareness-and-community-impact","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tespok.co.ke\/?p=7601","title":{"rendered":"TESPOK Autism Marathon 2026 Champions Inclusion, Awareness and Community Impact"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The Technology Service Providers of Kenya (TESPOK) successfully hosted the TESPOK Autism Marathon 2026<\/strong>, bringing together members of the ICT industry, corporate partners, government representatives, families, caregivers, and the wider community in support of autism awareness and inclusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Held at Tatu City, the marathon once again demonstrated TESPOK’s commitment to using the power of technology and collaboration to create meaningful social impact. Under the theme “Be a Hero \u2013 Accept, Understand and Love,”<\/strong> the event united participants from all walks of life to champion understanding, acceptance, and support for individuals on the autism spectrum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The day featured races for different age groups and fitness levels, family activities, and awareness campaigns aimed at promoting greater understanding of autism while encouraging inclusive communities and workplaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Promoting Inclusion Through Collective Action<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The marathon reinforced several key priorities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Raising awareness and promoting greater understanding of autism across communities and workplaces.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Encouraging collaboration between the ICT industry, government, development partners, and civil society to advance inclusion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Demonstrating how the technology sector can create positive social impact through meaningful corporate social responsibility initiatives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    TESPOK extends its sincere appreciation to all sponsors, partners, volunteers, participants, and supporters whose contributions made the event a success. Together, we continue to demonstrate that digital transformation goes hand in hand with building a more inclusive and compassionate society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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