GTBank Marks 10 Years of Autism Advocacy

For the past 10 years, Guaranty Trust Bank plc has been at the forefront of the
advocacy for people living with autism. The Bank’s Orange Ribbon Initiative has also
become a major rallying point for driving awareness about Autism, campaigning against
the social stigma associated with developmental disorders and helping people with
autism live a full and productive life.

This year, as part of its Orange Ribbon Initiative, GTBank will hold its 10th Annual
Autism Conference via live stream on Monday, July 27 and Tuesday July 28, 2020 so
that anyone, anywhere can interact and learn from globally renowned medical experts,
caregivers and health practitioners about supporting children and adults living with
Autism.

Themed, “Autism: Focusing on similarities rather than differences,” the two-day
conference will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions and Q&A sessions
facilitated by specialists on Autism, such as Dr. Andy Shih, a Senior Vice President at
Autism Speaks, Dr. Pamela Dixon, the Director of Clinical Services and Inclusion at
Autism Speaks and Dr. Brooke Ingersoll, Associate Professor and Director of the
Autism Lab at Michigan State University, USA, amongst others. To participate in the
conference, visit www.gtbank.com/autism2020.

Commenting on the 10th Annual Autism Conference, Mr Segun Agbaje, the Managing
Director and Chief Executive Officer of Guaranty Trust Bank plc, said; “This is one of the
most important Autism Conferences we have held over the years, not only because it
marks the 10th anniversary of our advocacy for people living with autism, but also
because it is happening at such a critical time. The Covid-19 pandemic has made life
more difficult for people all over the world, and at this year’s Conference, we are
bringing together specialists, caregivers, parents and concerned members of the public
to share expertise and experience about how we can continue to be there for children
and adults living with autism, during this pandemic and beyond.”

Guaranty Trust Bank plc is regarded by industry watchers as one of the best run
financial institutions across its subsidiary countries and serves as a role model within
the financial service industry due to its bias for world-class corporate governance
standards, excellent service quality and innovation. The Bank is also going beyond the
traditional understanding of Corporate Social Responsibility as corporate philanthropy
by intervening in key economic sectors through non-profit consumer-focused fairs and capacity building initiatives for small businesses