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Self Advocacy Series - Build?Self Confidence

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Building self-confidence is an ongoing process that requires patience and self-compassion. In this edition, we provide a selection of helpful practices that over time can become part of your routine, leading to positive changes.

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How one AuDHD Woman is Transforming Education in Europe – IMPACTsci story

by Tiago Rodrigues

Andreia is an AuDHD woman who was diagnosed later in life. After working with various organisations on education and training projects, she recognised a need for better learning approaches tailored to neurodivergent people. This led her to found IMPACTsci, an organisation dedicated to developing inclusive educational methodologies and tools using scientific, human-rights-based, and participatory principles. Read her inspriational story here.

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Catch up With Best Selling Author, Maureen Dunne

Maureenis the Co-founder of Autism Angels Group, will be signing her book “The Neurodiversity Edge” at ASU+GSV!

Maureen shares, "Looking forward to speaking at the session, 'New Dawn for Neurodiversity: EdTech's Transformative Role' on Monday 15th April 2024 at 3pm PST. Following this panel, I am signing books at the summit for my newly released bestseller 'The Neurodiversity Edge'. Join me?at 4pm PST at Julia's Books and Brew in Town."

Neurominorities: The Catalysts For Change The World Needs

In a world often dictated by the norms of the majority, neurominorities stand as pioneers of change, challenging the status quo and reshaping societal perspectives.

Contrary to misconceptions, neurominorities don't shy away from change; we embody it.

During our monthly ION chat we discussed and shared our lived experiences of us seeing how many things can be done in different ways.

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Embracing Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Chatter with Dr Shirley Woods-Gallagher

by Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter?

Listen to this thought-provoking podcast featuring Dr Shirley Woods-Gallagher , Executive Director of Health, Care, and Transitions at New Bridge Multi Academy Trust.

Explore Shirley's journey from her formative years in Wigan, where she discovered her passion for social value and purpose, shaping her future endeavours. With an unwavering commitment to advocating for marginalised communities and embracing her own #neurodiversity, Shirley offers insights on fostering an inclusive environment where all thrive.

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Member Story - "I’m not sick, it is just sick how good I am at living life."

A personal reflection by Oliver Tonning

Oliver Tonning shares a personal reflection of his journey of discover and how this has underpinned his work as a psychologist.?

He reflects, "We are alive. As a psychologist, when I sit in front of #neurominority children, I will tell them that their uniqueness is a gift. It's possible that neurominority individuals may lose out in the modern consumerism and fast-paced society, but they gain an invaluable sense of what humanity is all about. They gain the ability to always be present and engaged in the intricacies of life itself."

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World Autism Awareness Day Broadcast 2024

On the 2nd April Institute Of Neurodiversity ION , the United Nations and GAIN (Group for Autism, Insurance, Investment & Neurodiversity) hosted the 2024 World #Autism Awareness Day Broadcast - Moving from Surviving to Thriving. Thank you to all the participants, region leads and organisers who generously gave of their time to produce a fantastic programme packed with autistic voices from around the world. Take a moment to catch up by clicking on the buttons below.

Part 1 - Autism Awareness Day - Africa & Asia

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Part 2?- Autism Awareness Day - Oceania & Europe

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Part 3 - Autism Awareness Day - The Americas

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