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
This event is recurring on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
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.
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