Education, business and dyslexia – breaking down barriers
The Dyslexia Awards are back for the eighth year – and it’s time to think about who you want to nominate. The awards, which celebrate…
Neurodiversity celebrates the inherent variations in neurological conditions, emphasising that conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, and others are natural expressions of the human brain. Instead of viewing these conditions as disorders or abnormalities, neurodiversity recognises them as normal variations within the human population.
Neurodiversity extends beyond well-known conditions to encompass any neurological variation that affects the brain or nervous system. This includes conditions that may not be as widely recognized but are equally important in understanding the diverse range of human experiences.
Central to the neurodiversity movement is the promotion of acceptance and the reduction of stigma surrounding neurodivergent individuals. Instead of focusing on “normal” or “typical” behavior, neurodiversity encourages a shift in societal attitudes towards understanding and accommodating diverse ways of thinking and experiencing the world.
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The Dyslexia Awards are back for the eighth year – and it’s time to think about who you want to nominate. The awards, which celebrate…
Leeds marketing agency 21 Degrees Digital has won a national award for Best Marketing Campaign, which endorses its commitment to recruiting neurodiverse members of staff.…
In an exclusive article, Luise Ruddick, Policy Officer from the Federation of Awarding Bodies, talks about her recent ADHD diagnosis and the importance of raising…
Welcome to Soundbite Edition 696! 27th May 2023. What is APAR… forget RoATP and EPAO there is a new acronym in town: Apprenticeship Providers and…
A critical analysis and business case for an engineering company to engage individuals with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability) and ND. “Nothing about us…
Reel #2 of the new series on Neurodiversity: Empowering Learning and Employment is here! In the first Reel, Gavin and Dr Louise spoke about neurodiversity…
Introducing Neurodiversity: Empowering Learning and Employment Starting this week, FE News and Cognassist are collaborating to bring you a series of bitesize videos on neuro-inclusion…
This article discusses the importance of soft skills for youth development, the challenges young people face in building these skills, strategies to promote soft skill…
Are Term-time workers entitled to National Minimum Wage for 52 weeks? FE Soundbite 694 (13th May 2023). This is the weekly e-newsletter and e-journal brought…
To begin, we should first define the terms. “Woke culture” refers to a social and political movement that emphasises awareness and advocacy for social justice issues, mainly related…
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