Understanding Neurodiversity
Explore how to embrace differences and build more inclusive spaces where everyone thrives. Get inspired to advocate for the unique strengths and needs of individuals with learning differences.
Increase Awareness, Acceptance, and Advocacy
Workshop Details
Like all our core workshops, Understanding Neurodiversity can be delivered online anywhere in Canada or in person across the Lower Mainland, for groups of 10 to 1,000 participants.
To learn more or book a session, please get in touch with us. Our team will schedule a call to answer your questions, discuss the workshop content in relation to your context, and explore potential dates.
We look forward to supporting your team in deepening its understanding of neurodiversity.
Contact UsLearning Goals
By the end of this workshop, participants will:
- Understand neurodiversity – what it means, common forms (e.g., ADHD, autism, dyslexia), and why it matters in learning and workplace settings.
- Shift perspectives – move from a deficit-based view to one that recognizes strengths and supports diverse cognitive styles.
- Increase acceptance – identify the barriers that neurodivergent people face and discuss how inclusive environments and practices can help reduce stigma.
- Build practical skills – learn strategies to communicate inclusively, adapt to diverse environments, and advocate for the needs of neurodivergent individuals.
Key Topics Covered
- What is Neurodiversity: Foundational definitions and key concepts.
- Strengths-Based Perspectives: Celebrating diverse thinking styles and how they contribute to teams.
- Common Misconceptions: Debunking myths and understanding lived experiences.
- Practical Inclusion Strategies: Actionable ways to foster acceptance, reduce barriers, and support clients and colleagues.
- Advocacy & Allyship: How participants can contribute to a culture of inclusivity.
Outcome for Your Team
- Be better equipped to recognize and value differences in thinking, learning, and working.
- Gain confidence in supporting neurodivergent clients, colleagues, and peers.
- Bring practical strategies back to their day-to-day lives and work.
- Strengthen team empathy and collaboration.
A Workshop for Your Team
Educators
Learn about neurodiversity in the classroom and how to create supportive, inclusive learning environments so that all students reach their full potential.
This workshop is ideal for early childhood educators, elementary and high school teachers, support staff, education assistants, and more.
Students
Learn about neurodiversity and how to be a supportive ally to your peers and in your community. Increase awareness, acceptance, and understanding of brain-based learning differences among your student body.
This workshop is ideal for high school and post-secondary students.
Community Groups
Learn about neurodiversity to best support the children, youth, and families you work with. Build your team’s knowledge, understanding, and skills to create more inclusive environments.
This workshop is ideal for nonprofit leaders, social workers, community service providers, parent advisory councils (PACs), and more.
Business
Learn about neurodiversity and how to build inclusive, dynamic environments that see all your employees thrive.
This workshop is ideal for HR teams, managers, and staff teams of all kinds.
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