Metro Community Hero - Petra Dillmann

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Petra Dillmann is the founder and director of the Autism Association of Namibia. As a mother with a child with Austin she helps promote the well-being of persons with spectrum disorders with in Namibia and to provide a network between the various Autism organizations world wide. Her aim is to provide support and assistance as well as training in the field of Autism. Many years ago she opened up a centre with 2 other ladies called Chain who helped persons with disabilities.

16 Sep 2021 English Namibia Relationships

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