Neurodivergence acceptance workshop

  • Friday 12th May 11:00 - Friday 12th May 13:00
  • £0.00
  • Meeting room 1

We want to welcome you to the neurodivergence acceptance workshop, we are hosting for mental health awareness month. 

This workshop will be presented by Cora Burke and Dr Shah Siddiqui. Dr Shah Siddiqui is a dyslexic thinker and neurodiverse speaker, who conducts research in Custom Software Development, Research and Artificial Intelligence (AI).Cora Burke is a neurodiversity consultant, who legally advising neurodivergent people in workplaces. Cora Burke works for NeuroRebellion, which is the movement for and by NeuroDistinguished people. Their mission is to forge change and secure for the community the rights we already have, but don't get, under current legislation, including equitable and inclusive access to healthcare, housing, education, work and justice.

The workshop will include:

  • Academic help 
  • Day to Day assistance and where you can find help
  • Know Your Rights, including:
  • What are you entitled to in terms of reasonable adjustments in your studies?
  • What are you entitled to in terms of reasonable adjustments in your workplace?
  • Access to Work
  • Personal Independent Payment (Benefits)

Shah and Cora will also speak about what NeuroRebellion and their collaboration under the Neurodivergent Business Consortium, and what they are trying to accomplish.

There will be refreshments and snacks provided during the workshop. We hope you will attend and learn a wide variety of information at this workshop.

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