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Authenticity: A Neurominority Perspective
by Professor Charlotte Valeur
In today's world, the call for authenticity rings loud and clear. We are encouraged to be true to ourselves, to express our innermost thoughts and feelings, and to live in alignment with our personal values. However, this pursuit of authenticity often comes with a caveat, particularly for #neurominority individuals, whose neurological makeup is different from the typical patterns seen in the majority population. Read the full article by clicking on the read more button.?
Being a Respectful Ally: Empowering Minority Movements
by Aditi Sowmyanarayan , ION India?and?Prof. Charlotte Valeur, Founder of ION
In an increasingly interconnected world, the importance of allyship cannot be overstated. it is crucial to approach allyship with sensitivity and respect, ensuring that efforts to help do not inadvertently undermine the very communities we aim to support.
This blog explores how to be a respectful ally by empowering minority movements rather than speaking on their behalf, highlighting the pitfalls of overstepping and the importance of amplifying marginalised voices.
Alternative Communication: Text-to-Speech
by Aditi Sowmyanarayan , ION India
Aditi, a writer shares her personal journey as a non-speaker using technology, such as an AAC device??to communicate. She explores the benefits of using it as a ‘talker'. "it's something that will do the talking for you in all situations - at home, school and everywhere else," explains Aditi. "Using it consistently, across all situations, will help you get more adept at using it." Read the full article by clicking on the button.??
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Embracing Neurodiversity and Creating Change: August ION Chat
The August ION Chat brought together a diverse group of individuals from around the world, passionate about neurodiversity, each contributing unique perspectives and insights. Here’s a summary of the engaging discussions and key takeaways from the session.?
Shining the Light on?Dyspraxia: Mythbusting Dyspraxia: Understanding the Facts
Over the months of July and August we've been busting the myths around dyspraxia. Thank you to all those who have commented and shared their stories. Together, we can make a real difference for neurominorities.
Dyspraxia, often misunderstood, is a neurological difference that affects motor skills. It’s crucial to separate fact from fiction to better understand and support those living with it. Here, we debunk common myths surrounding dyspraxia. Catch up on the series by clicking on the button.
ION Chat
Join us for ION Chat on the 6th September - 10:30am UK Time
ION Chat is a virtual space to talk about what matters to you, to hear from one another, share your journeys, and connect on a deeper level.
Register now for the next ION Chat on the 6th September 10:30am - 11:30am online, UK London Time.
About ION
ION is an inclusive neurominority-led global membership organisation with a purpose of helping neurominorities thrive and prosper. We foster awareness, acceptance, and appreciation, as we advocate for equality and human rights for all neurominorities. As a charity of global changemakers, our aim is to represent the voices of over 1 million members in over 100 countries.
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3 个月Love your authenticity piece, Charlotte! Particularly the idea of "managed intimacy" makes a lot of sense to me. There is a risk in trying to fit in with the neuromajority: overtraining one's behaviour according to what one has learned from a previous interaction with neurotypicals. Repeating something that worked in social situations before. Sticking to learned behaviour from the past. Endlessly repeating it. Which might or might not be what the neurotypicals in the current situation want or need - at all. This second guessing is harmful and hurtful to everyone involved, the neurodiverse and the neurotypical. So, carefully managing the self disclosure and the behaviour as you describe in "managed intimacy" completely resonates with me. We are all unique. Even neurotypicals. There is no safe formula. Only our humanity. And we all want and need to feel safe. There is a power differential, yes, I see that. The majority has structured life to suit itself. Lets still keep on being curious about how we can be and work together. I am.