Embracing Neurodiversity: Building Neuro-Inclusive Work and Learning Environments

Thursday, October 10, 2024
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Online
Faculty, Staff

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The "Embracing Neurodiversity: Building Neuro-Inclusive Work and Learning Environments" workshops aim to shed light on the concept of neurodiversity and its implications within organizational settings. Through the interactive sessions, participants will gain a deeper understanding of neurodiversity and learn how to create a neuro-inclusive work environment for colleagues and a neuro-inclusive learning environment for students.

The agenda for the sessions will include a focus on the following:

Introduction to Neurodiversity
Understanding the Range of Neurological Differences
Misconceptions Surrounding Neurodiversity
Common Strengths of Neurodiversity
Fostering Neuro-Inclusive Learning Environments for Students
Fostering Neuro-Inclusive Workplace Cultures for Faculty and Staff
Accommodations and Support
The Importance of Allyship and Advocacy
Transitioning from Understanding to Practice

Learning Outcomes - Participants will be able to:

Participants will be able to explain neurodiversity and its significance in organizational settings.
Participants will be able to identify and dispel common misconceptions about neurodiversity.
Participants will be able to develop strategies for creating and fostering neuro-inclusive environments for students and colleagues.
Participants will be able to identify appropriate support mechanisms for neurodiverse individuals.
Participants will be able to advocate for neurodiverse individuals and transition understanding into practical applications.

Presenters:

Mary J. McConner, PhD, CDE (She/Her/Hers) Founder and CEO of Inclusive Excellence Consulting

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Location Information

Registration on Workday Learning is required to receive a Zoom link

Contact Information

Inclusion & Equity Institute

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 616-331-4111

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This event was added to the calendar by Ashley Jefferson (jeffeash@gvsu.edu) on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 and was last updated on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 1:10 p.m.