Incorporating Indigenous perspectives in neurodivergent care is essential for creating holistic, culturally safe, and effective support systems. Indigenous communities have always embraced diverse ways of thinking, knowing, and being, offering strengths-based approaches that honor neurodivergent individuals’ unique gifts. When looking at materials on these perspectives, it is vitally important to platform sources directly from Indigenous …
Monthly Archives: May 2025
Self-Advocacy In University Settings
Self-advocacy in educational settings can often be a critical factor in expressing and meeting needs as a neurodivergent individual. The impact of not receiving proper accommodations and support can be significant. Study findings show that self-advocacy in academic settings can be beneficial to receiving support and accommodations. Click on article links below to learn more.
Transitions Into The Workplace
Coast Capital Thrive Program – BC Centre For Ability “Coast Capital THRIVE is an innovative program for young adults aged 19-29 with disabilities who are involved in post-secondary school or have recently graduated. The program offers one-to-one coaching, mentorship, advocacy, and direct connections to employers. Our vocational consultants help participants create employability foot holds while …
Diagnostic Resources In British Columbia
In this node, you can find a curated list (based on location and condition) of resources aimed at aiding in getting a diagnosis for families and individuals in British Columbia. Click on links below to navigate to different diagnostic resources on the web.
Autism and Neurodiversity in Early Childcare Program – UBC
“This program is designed to assist childcare providers, early childhood educators, preschool teachers, parents and anyone interested in inclusive childcare to learn practical strategies on how to support young children with developmental disabilities, including autism (diagnosed or undiagnosed) in the early childcare setting. In fact, the strategies presented in these modules can help any child …
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Barriers To Access
For children with neurodevelopmental conditions, such as autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, and learning disabilities, finding the right support can be scary and challenging. Families can face barriers that make it hard to connect with resources that help their children succeed. In this section, you can find Lived Experience Stories, academic articles that discuss barriers, and …
School Options and Advocacy: A Personal Journey – Shayna K.
By Shayna K. This article highlights my journey and struggles getting the proper schooling for my three neurodivergent children. It highlights the beginning of their schooling careers and why they didn’t work, and ends with sharing where we are now.
Lack of Support in Schools – Rebecca Bradley
By Rebecca Bradley My special needs son is 7 years old and since his kindergarten year I have been advocating for appropriate learning supports for him to be able to attend out local public catchment school. Due to the school’s unwillingness to provide these supports we have had no choice but to so a combination …
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