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Divergent Conversations Podcast
This podcast describes the lived experience of parents of neurodivergent children and how they support their child’s gender diversity. Click the link below to listen.
Autistic Adults As Critical Autism Experts
These articles discuss how autistic adults understand autism and how their views compare to those of non-autistic adults. These studies suggests that autistic adults should be seen as experts on autism and should be included in research and discussions about it as well as any decisions surrounding their care. Click on the links below to …
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Caring for the Caregivers of Individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities
“Being a caregiver of those with intellectual disabilities and/or those with developmental disabilities can be both rewarding and challenging. This toolkit is designed to provide families with strategies to help individuals navigate their needs and balance them with the needs of their loved one. “ Click on the link below to visit AIDE Canada’s site …
Parent and Caregiver Academic Articles
These academic articles describe research related to the complex experiences of parents and caregivers of individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions. Articles range from well-being to monitoring the effects of support systems created by the Canadian government. Click the links below to visit articles on these topics.
Indigenous and Autistic: Nothing About Us Without Us
This is an article by Jim Meunier (they/them) an autistic and Algonquin individual for UC Davis’s Live Well Research Centre. Here is the opening excerpt from their article: “April is World Autism Month, which is intended to promote connectedness with and inclusion of autistic people. It was previously known as “Autism Awareness Month,” and some organizations …
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The Rights of People with Disabilities in Canada
A resource for individuals and organizations to understand the rights of peoples with disabilities in Canada as well as how to access supports to uphold these rights. For Individuals with disabilities: This includes information on Accessibility, Human Rights, Employment Equity and many more. Click the link below to learn more and visit the site.
BC Aboriginal Network on Disabilities Canada – Lori Gauthier
Indigenous Disability Support Services. Services include: Assistance with funding applications (Jordan’s Principle applications, DTC, PWD, etc) They can also help advocate and support students. This resource was submitted to the library by Lori Gauthier. Click the link below to explore further!
Indigenous Perspectives
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 …
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.