Embracing Neurodiversity: Building Neuro-Inclusive Work and Learning Environments

Tuesday, February 4, 2025
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:

Explain neurodiversity and its significance in organizational settings.
Identify and dispel common misconceptions about neurodiversity.
Develop strategies for creating and fostering neuro-inclusive environments for students and colleagues.
Identify appropriate support mechanisms for neurodiverse individuals.
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 Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 11:01 a.m.

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