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SUMMARY:June 17th: Replay & Closing Day
DESCRIPTION:Replay & Closing Day\nWednesday 17 June 2026 | Online | Part of Neurodiversity Pride Week \nReplay & Closing Day is the final day of Neurodiversity Pride Week: a day to look back\, reconnect\, share highlights\, and revisit the voices\, stories and ideas that shaped this year’s celebration. \nAfter a week of science\, solidarity\, gaming\, dancing\, activities\, flag hoistings\, keynotes\, community events and Pride celebrations\, Replay Day brings the movement together again online. It is a calmer closing space where people can watch recordings\, discover moments they missed\, and feel connected to the wider global Neurodiversity Pride community\, as we’re all watching it at the same time. \nThroughout the day\, we stream ND Pride-related speeches\, workshops\, interviews\, talks and community content online. You can join for a few minutes\, watch a full session\, return throughout the day\, or simply keep the stream open as a gentle companion while you reflect on the week. \nReplay & Closing Day is also an invitation to rest\, to relax. Pride is not only about visibility and celebration; it is also about integration\, reflection and care. After the energy of Neurodiversity Pride Day itself\, this final day offers a softer landing: time to remember what happened\, honour what was shared\, and carry the message forward. \nWhat to expect\n\nA 24-hour online stream of ND Pride-related content\nRecordings of speeches\, workshops\, talks and community moments\nHighlights from Neurodiversity Pride Week around the world\nA calmer closing space after the main Pride celebrations\nA chance to discover sessions and stories you may have missed\nTime to reflect on neurodivergent pride\, dignity\, self-acceptance and community\n\nWho is it for?\nReplay & Closing Day is for neurodivergent people\, family members\, friends\, allies\, educators\, researchers\, professionals\, organisations and anyone who wants to learn from the voices and experiences shared during Neurodiversity Pride Week. \nYou do not need to attend the full stream. You are welcome to join in the way that works for you: watch one video\, follow several sessions\, return later\, listen quietly\, share with others\, or simply take in the feeling of being part of a global celebration of neurodivergent minds. While the stream may continue broadcasting longer that 24 hours\, the official end of this day\, is 23.59 in each timezone. \nClosing the week\, carrying it forward\nNeurodiversity Pride Week may close on 17 June\, to make space for our friends celebrating Autistic Pride Day on the 18th\, but the meaning of the week continues. The recordings\, stories and ideas shared on Replay & Closing Day are reminders that neurodivergent people are not alone\, that our minds are part of human diversity\, and that every act of visibility can help build a more accepting world. \nEvery brain is beautiful. Every story matters. Every moment of pride can become part of something larger.
URL:https://neurodiversityprideday.com/ar/my-event/june-17th-replay-closing-day/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Argentina,Australia,Belgium,Bolivia,Bosnia-Herzegovina,Brazil,Cambodia,Canada,Chile,China,Colombia,Costa Rica,Denmark,Ecuador,Egypt,Eindhoven,El Salvador,Finland,France,Germany,Greece,Groningen,Guatemala,Hong Kong,Hungary,India,Iran,Ireland,Italy,Japan,Luxembourg,Malta,Mexico,Morocco,Netherlands,New Zealand,Nicaragua,Nigeria,Northern Ireland,Norway,Online,Pakistan,Panama,Paraguay,Peru,Philippines,Poland,Portugal,Romania,Scotland,Serbia,South Africa,Spain,Sri Lanka,Sweden,Switzerland,Tanzania,Thailand,Turkey,Uganda,Ukraine,United Arab Emirates,United Kingdom,United States,Venezuela,Wales,Zimbabwe
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SUMMARY:Perspectives on neuro-affirming supports in schools
DESCRIPTION:What does it truly mean to design schools where neurodivergent students are understood\, respected\, and supported to thrive? This panel brings together educators\, researchers and allies to share lived and professional perspectives on creating neuro-affirming learning environments. \nMoving beyond deficit-based models\, the discussion will explore practical\, rights-based approaches to teaching\, behaviour support\, and school design that honour neurodiversity. Panellists will reflect on their own experiences within education systems\, highlight what works (and what doesn’t)\, and offer actionable strategies for educators seeking to embed inclusive and affirming practices in their classrooms and schools. \nParticipants will leave with a deeper understanding of neuro-affirming principles\, greater insight into the experiences of neurodivergent learners and professionals\, and concrete ideas for fostering environments where all students can participate\, belong\, and succeed.
URL:https://neurodiversityprideday.com/ar/my-event/perspectives-on-neuro-affirming-supports-in-schools/
LOCATION:NSW
CATEGORIES:Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Monash Univeristy":MAILTO:edu-events@monash.edu
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SUMMARY:International Keynotes: Dr Devon Price
DESCRIPTION:Main International Keynote #2: Dr Devon Price\nAnnual tradition of Neurodiversity Pride Day \nWe are honoured to welcome Devon Price\, PhD as one of the the “main international keynote” speakers for Neurodiversity Pride Day 2026. Each year we invite 2 daring pioneers to share their message with the neurodivergent community. For earlier keynotes\, you can watch some of the best ones in the Replay page. \nDevon Price is a beloved social psychologist\, professor\, author\, and proud Autistic person whose work has helped shape international conversations about neurodiversity\, masking\, shame\, productivity\, self-worth\, and the right to live more authentically. Many\, of the many of us\, have been influenced by these works\, and remain highly recommended. They are the author of several influential books\, including Unmasking Autism\, Laziness Does Not Exist\, Unlearning Shame\, and Unmasking for Life. We have give the talk the title: “On Autistic Liberation“. \nAcross their writing\, research\, teaching\, and public work\, Devon invites people to question the systems that make people feel broken\, lazy\, too much\, not enough\, or forced to hide who they are. Their work resonates strongly with the spirit of Neurodiversity Pride Day: moving away from shame and deficit\, and toward dignity\, self-understanding\, community\, and liberation\, in the understanding that this has many layers to consider. \nThis keynote is part of the global Neurodiversity Pride Day program: a celebration created by and for neurodivergent people\, and joined by allies\, organisations\, schools\, workplaces\, cities\, and communities around the world. \nJoin us for this main keynote with Devon Price\, and be part of a global day of neurodivergent pride\, visibility\, and connection. The spoken language will be english. The talk will premiere on Youtube\, and will be shared on this page.
URL:https://neurodiversityprideday.com/ar/my-event/international-keynotes-dr-devon-price/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Argentina,Australia,Belgium,Bolivia,Bosnia-Herzegovina,Brazil,Cambodia,Canada,Chile,China,Colombia,Costa Rica,Denmark,Ecuador,Egypt,Eindhoven,El Salvador,Finland,France,Fun & Dancing,Germany,Greece,Groningen,Guatemala,Hong Kong,Hungary,India,Iran,Ireland,Italy,Japan,Luxembourg,Malta,Mexico,Morocco,Netherlands,New Zealand,Nicaragua,Nigeria,Northern Ireland,Online,Pakistan,Panama,Paraguay,Peru,Philippines,Poland,Portugal,Romania,Scotland,Serbia,South Africa,Spain,Sri Lanka,Sweden,Switzerland,Tanzania,Thailand,Turkey,Uganda,Ukraine,United Arab Emirates,United Kingdom,United States,Venezuela,Wales,Zimbabwe
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260616T110000
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SUMMARY:International Keynotes: Emma McNally
DESCRIPTION:Main International Keynote #1: Emma McNally – “Breaking the Shame in a Imperfect World”\nAnnual tradition of Neurodiversity Pride Day \nWe are honoured to welcome Emma McNally as one of the two main international keynote speakers for Neurodiversity Pride Day 2026. Each year we invite 2 daring pioneers to share their message with the neurodivergent community. See the video at the bottom of this event post. For earlier keynotes\, you can watch some of the best ones on the Replay page. \nEmma McNally is the CEO of Tourettes Action\, a keynote speaker\, neurodiversity educator\, storyteller and author. Through her leadership\, advocacy and public voice\, Emma has helped bring greater visibility to Tourette Syndrome\, challenge harmful misconceptions\, and strengthen the call for better understanding\, diagnosis\, treatment and support. For the first time\, a representative of the Tourettian peoples\, are asked for the “main”. Emma is a compassionate hero\, and her voice and message\, have gotten to be particularly important this year. \nEmma’s work speaks strongly to the spirit of Neurodiversity Pride Day: moving away from shame\, mockery\, isolation and misunderstanding\, and toward dignity\, recognition\, community and care. In a world where many people with Tourette Syndrome and other neurodivergent experiences are still misrepresented or treated as a punchline\, Emma’s voice helps remind us that education\, compassion and acceptance are not soft ideas – they are necessary forms of social change. \nAcross her public work\, Emma invites people to look beyond stereotypes and to understand the real lives\, strengths\, challenges and humanity of people with Tourette Syndrome. Her work resonates with the wider purpose of Neurodiversity Pride Day: creating a world where neurodivergent people do not have to hide\, shrink themselves\, or carry the burden of other people’s ignorance. \nThis keynote is a annual part of the global Neurodiversity Pride Day programme: a celebration created by and for neurodivergent people\, and joined by allies\, organisations\, schools\, workplaces\, cities and communities around the world. \nJoin us for this main keynote with Emma McNally\, and be part of a global day of neurodivergent pride\, visibility and connection. The spoken language will be English. The talk will premiere on this page at exactly 10.00 CEST June 16th. If you cannot ‘start the video’ it means the event has not started yet. 
URL:https://neurodiversityprideday.com/ar/my-event/international-keynotes-emma-mcnally/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Argentina,Australia,Belgium,Bolivia,Bosnia-Herzegovina,Brazil,Cambodia,Canada,Chile,China,Colombia,Costa Rica,Denmark,Ecuador,Egypt,Eindhoven,El Salvador,Finland,France,Germany,Greece,Guatemala,Hong Kong,Hungary,Iceland,India,Iran,Ireland,Italy,Japan,Luxembourg,Malta,Mexico,Morocco,Netherlands,New Zealand,Nicaragua,Nigeria,Northern Ireland,Norway,Online,Other,Pakistan,Panama,Paraguay,Peru,Philippines,Poland,Portugal,Romania,Scotland,Serbia,Singapore,Slovenia,South Africa,Spain,Sri Lanka,Sweden,Switzerland,Tanzania,Thailand,Turkey,Uganda,Ukraine,United Arab Emirates,United Kingdom,United States,Venezuela,Wales,Zimbabwe
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260617
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SUMMARY:ND Pride World Neurodance - 24 hours DJ Marathon
DESCRIPTION:World Neurodance – ND Pride DJ Marathon\nTo join the dance\, broadcasting 24 hours of DJ playing for neurodivergent kind: Click here or type https://neurodiversityprideday.com/dance in your browser! \nTo join the preparty\, broadcasting a set of DJ Moonwyrm: Click here or type https://neurodiversityprideday.com/preparty in your browser! \nTuesday 16 June 2026 | Online | Twitch / RaidPal | Part of Dancing Day & Neurodiversity Pride Day \nWorld Neurodance is the global dancefloor of Neurodiversity Pride Day: a live online DJ marathon where neurodivergent DJs and streamers take turns across time zones\, passing the rhythm from one set to the next. This year\, its running 24 hours with many great neurodivergent DJs from many contininents to play their music for the world to dance to. \nIn Neurodance\, neurodivergent people dance in any way they want to: together or solo\, loudly or softly\, visibly or privately\, sitting down\, standing up\, stimming\, moving\, resting\, listening\, chatting\, or simply being present with the music. There is no one “right” way to dance. The heart of Neurodance is neurodivergent joy: the freedom to experience music\, rhythm and movement in the way that feels true for you. \n \nThe 2026 World Neurodance is hosted again by Moonwyrm & Friends. One DJ opens the dancefloor\, then hands over to the next\, creating a continuous online celebration where people can join\, listen\, dance\, chat and connect from wherever they are. The event is streamed through Twitch\, with the official programme available through RaidPal and the Neurodance page. \nWorld Neurodance grew from the wish to make it easier for neurodivergent people to dance together online. In 2020\, ND DJs began streaming live dance music so people could still share music and movement across distance. In 2023\, DJ Moonwyrm\, supported by DJ Sir_no0ob and Wyrmling friends\, helped grow this into a 24-hour ND Pride Raid Train with DJs and dancers across continents. Since then\, World Neurodance has become one of the joyful online rituals of Neurodiversity Pride Day. Friends\, don’t forget to dance today! \nStarting time in different time zones\nThe Neurodance marathon starts on Tuesday 16 June 2026 at 04:00 UTC. Depending on where you are in the world\, this may be on the evening before\, early morning\, afternoon\, or the next day. \n\n\n\nLocation / timezone\nLocal start time\n\n\n\n\nUTC\n04:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n\n\nAmsterdam / CEST\n06:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n\n\nLondon / BST\n05:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n\n\nKyiv / EEST\n07:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n\n\nNew York / EDT\n00:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n\n\nLos Angeles / PDT\n21:00\, Monday 15 June\n\n\nHong Kong / HKT\n12:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n\n\nSydney / AEST\n14:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n\n\nAuckland / NZST\n16:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n\n\n\nDJ timetable\nBelow is the Neurodance DJ timetable. Times are shown in UTC\, Amsterdam time\, Pacific time\, and Australian Eastern time. To follow any of the DJs: Click a DJ name to open their Twitch channel. \n\n\n\nUTC\nAmsterdam / CEST\nPDT\nAEST\nDJ\n\n\n\n\n04:00\n06:00\n21:00\, Monday 15 June\n14:00\, Tuesday 16 June\nDavel\n\n\n06:00\n08:00\n23:00\, Monday 15 June\n16:00\, Tuesday 16 June\nValdudes\n\n\n08:00\n10:00\n01:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n18:00\, Tuesday 16 June\nvernigosh\n\n\n10:00\n12:00\n03:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n20:00\, Tuesday 16 June\nthehappytourist\n\n\n12:00\n14:00\n05:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n22:00\, Tuesday 16 June\nSkittleJello\n\n\n14:00\n16:00\n07:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n00:00\, Wednesday 17 June\nteknokat222\n\n\n16:00\n18:00\n09:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n02:00\, Wednesday 17 June\nHamooniii\n\n\n18:00\n20:00\n11:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n04:00\, Wednesday 17 June\nmoonwyrm\n\n\n20:00\n22:00\n13:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n06:00\, Wednesday 17 June\nSiR_No0oB\n\n\n22:00\n00:00\, Wednesday 17 June\n15:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n08:00\, Wednesday 17 June\nspacetaco\n\n\n00:00\, Wednesday 17 June\n02:00\, Wednesday 17 June\n17:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n10:00\, Wednesday 17 June\nSahar\n\n\n02:00\, Wednesday 17 June\n04:00\, Wednesday 17 June\n19:00\, Tuesday 16 June\n12:00\, Wednesday 17 June\nOakDaddyDJs\n\n\n\nJoin the Neurodance\nWorld Neurodance is open to everyone who wants to celebrate Neurodiversity Pride Day through music\, movement and connection. Come for one set\, stay for many\, dance in your own way\, join the chat\, or simply listen and enjoy the music. \nYou do not need to dance in any specific way. You can move\, stim\, sway\, rest\, watch\, listen\, chat\, or simply be part of the moment. Neurodance is about joy\, rhythm\, self-expression\, and the shared feeling that different ways of being are not only welcome\, but worth celebrating. \nEvery brain is beautiful. Every body may move differently. Every way of joining is welcome. \n \nTo join the dance\, broadcasting 24 hours of DJ playing for neurodivergent kind: Click here!
URL:https://neurodiversityprideday.com/ar/my-event/nd-pride-world-neurodance-24-hours-dj-marathon/
LOCATION:NSW
CATEGORIES:Argentina,Australia,Austria,Belgium,Bolivia,Bosnia-Herzegovina,Brazil,Cambodia,Canada,Chile,China,Colombia,Costa Rica,Denmark,Ecuador,Egypt,Eindhoven,El Salvador,Finland,France,Fun & Dancing,Germany,Greece,Guatemala,Hong Kong,Hungary,Iceland,India,Iran,Ireland,Italy,Japan,Luxembourg,Malta,Mexico,Morocco,Netherlands,New Zealand,Nicaragua,Nigeria,Northern Ireland,Norway,Online,Pakistan,Panama,Paraguay,Peru,Philippines,Poland,Portugal,Qatar,Romania,Scotland,Serbia,Singapore,Slovenia,South Africa,Spain,Sri Lanka,Sweden,Switzerland,Tanzania,Thailand,Turkey,Uganda,Ukraine,United Arab Emirates,United Kingdom,United States,Venezuela,Wales,Zimbabwe
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260615T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260617T170000
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Neurodiversity Pride Day with Lyla's Story
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Neurodiversity Pride Day with Lyla’s Story this June and win cool prizes for your class! \nEnter to receive your copy of my picture book Lyla’s Story along with an exciting interactive resource packed with hands on activities and an original craft activity for primary school students of all ages. \n“Join us and do the three! Let’s Celebrate Neurodiversity” – there are cool prizes to be won! \n(There will be a poster added also) \nI invite you and your class to join me in celebrating this event by simply emailing me at: \ncatshampson@gmail.com  indicating that you would like to participate. I will then send you an entry form detailing how to receive your copy of Lyla’s Story as well as the Interactive Resource for Lyla’s Story and the Butterfly Craft template. The entry fee is $45\, this includes a copy of Lyla’s Story Picture Book\, the Interactive Resource and Activity Pack. The competition starts on Monday  15 th  June 2026 and ends on Friday  17th July 2026. \nFor more information about this event\, please head to my website at www.storieswithcatshampson.com \n(The information is not up on the website yet)
URL:https://neurodiversityprideday.com/ar/my-event/celebrate-neurodiversity-pride-day-with-lylas-story/
LOCATION:NSW
CATEGORIES:Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260614T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260614T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T114843Z
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SUMMARY:Event Title:  ND Pride Australia 2026: Newcastle Community Celebration
DESCRIPTION:ND Pride Australia 2026: Newcastle Community Picnic \nEvent Description:\nJoin us for a relaxed community picnic in Newcastle to celebrate ND Pride Australia 2026. \n📍 King Edward Park\, Newcastle NSW\n📅 Sunday 14 June 2026\n🕚 11:00am–2:00pm \nNeurodiversity Pride Day is a global celebration of neurodivergent people\, neurodivergent identity\, and the beauty of all types of minds. The 2026 theme is Every Brain Is Beautiful. \nThis Newcastle picnic is a low-pressure\, neurodivergent-friendly gathering for neurodivergent people\, families\, friends\, allies\, educators\, clinicians\, advocates\, and community members. \nThere will be music\, picnic space\, and time to connect with other neurodivergent people\, families\, allies\, and neuro-affirming professionals. Some neuro-affirming allied health professionals will be attending and available for informal conversation or questions if people would find that helpful. \nThere is no presentation and no pressure to participate in any particular way. Come for five minutes or stay for the whole event. Chat\, listen\, move around\, sit quietly\, take breaks\, bring your own food\, or simply be there in whatever way works for you. \nPeople of all ages\, communication styles\, sensory profiles\, mobility levels\, and support needs are welcome. Headphones\, fidgets\, comfort items\, support people\, kids\, friends\, and family are all welcome. \nEye contact is optional. Stimming is encouraged. All forms of communication are welcome. \nND Pride is a celebration\, not a performance. \nYou belong here.
URL:https://neurodiversityprideday.com/ar/my-event/event-title-nd-pride-australia-2026-newcastle-community-celebration/
LOCATION:Venue:  King Edward Park\, Newcastle NSW\, York Drive\, The Hill\, NSW\, 2300\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Australia Grace Palmer":MAILTO:hellogracepalmer@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260611T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260611T210000
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SUMMARY:ND Pride Science Conference
DESCRIPTION:Science Conference – Neurodiversity Pride Week 2026\nThursday 11 June 2026 | Online in Hyhyve | CEST / Amsterdam time \nReserve your free ticket: h1.nu/scienceconference\nMore information: neurodiversityprideday.com/science \nThe Science Conference opens Neurodiversity Pride Week 2026 with a full day of research\, lived experience\, creativity\, policy\, education\, workplace insight\, and neurodivergent-led knowledge. Across the day\, more than 20 speakers from around the world will share their newest research and ideas on neurodiversity: not as a problem to be solved\, but as a source of knowledge\, identity\, culture\, creativity\, and social change. \nThis online conference takes place in Hyhyve\, an interactive digital conference centre. This means you can watch the presentations\, but also walk around\, meet other participants\, have conversations\, and experience the day more like a real conference environment than a regular livestream. \nEach speaker will present for approximately 20 minutes\, followed by 10 minutes of Q&A. There will be a lunch break from 13:00 to 14:00 and a dinner break from 18:30 to 19:30\, with no presentations scheduled during those times. \nTickets are free\, with free access for the first 200 participants. \nProgramme\n09:00 – Walk-in\nParticipants can enter the Hyhyve conference space\, explore the online environment\, and get ready for the day. \n09:30 – Opening by the Science Conference team\nThe team welcomes participants\, introduces the purpose of the Science Conference\, and explains how the day will work. \n10:00 – Hans Bruintjes\nHans Bruintjes explores discrimination against neurodivergent people in education\, the labour market\, government action\, and legal protection\, connecting personal stories with policy\, law\, and practical change. \n10:30 – Sharon Zivkovic\nSharon Zivkovic presents her work on supporting autistic social entrepreneurs\, focusing on how disability\, business\, and social enterprise support services can become more strengths-based and neurodiversity-affirming. \n11:00 – Aaron Saint-James\nAaron Saint-James examines Universal Design for Learning in Australian higher education\, asking how universities can move from accessibility in policy language to accessibility in real everyday practice. \n11:30 – Jeya Malhotra\nJeya Malhotra shares a cross-cultural study of pedagogical approaches for neurodivergent children\, exploring how inclusive education can be measured\, compared\, and improved across different contexts. \n12:00 – Elena Lamprecht\nElena Lamprecht investigates hallucinations in neurodiverse populations through sensory\, trauma-informed\, genetic\, and cultural perspectives\, with the aim of improving understanding and support. \n12:30 – Friederike Charlotte Hechler\nWhy can eating become such a complex part of everyday life for autistic people? Friederike Charlotte Hechler presents preliminary findings from a mixed-methods study exploring the challenges\, consequences\, and coping strategies associated with atypical eating\, drawing on autistic people’s own experiences and perspectives.\n\n13:00 – 14:00 – Lunch break\nThere are no presentations during this hour. Participants can rest\, eat\, explore Hyhyve\, or connect with others. \n14:00 – Jiyuan Li\nJiyuan Li opens the afternoon programme with a contribution to the wider conference conversation on neurodiversity\, research\, lived experience\, and social change. \n14:15 – Nedward WD Rehanek\nNedward WD Rehanek discusses neurodiversity\, madness\, disability\, art\, and games\, showing how game design can become a powerful medium for self-expression and representation. \n14:30 – Anna Pyzskowska\nAnna Pyzskowska contributes to the conference programme as part of the international group of emerging neurodiversity researchers and thinkers. \n15:00 – Jasmine Shah & Valentina Landin\nJasmine Shah and Valentina Landin present their work on creative communication tools for neuroinclusive workplaces\, exploring how colour\, symbols\, metaphors\, and co-design can support cross-neurotype dialogue. \n15:30 – Evelyn Lynch\nEvelyn Lynch explores identity\, early misidentification\, masking\, and unmasking\, asking what it means to discover yourself when the labels given in childhood never matched your lived experience. \n16:00 – Žaneta Stanovská\nŽaneta Stanovská examines neurodivergent artistry\, embodied cognition\, and creative collaboration\, showing how neurodivergent creative processes can challenge deficit narratives and expand our understanding of sociality. \n16:30 – Carly Coursey\nCarly Coursey presents an oral history study of neurodivergent employment\, comparing lived experiences of work with the dominant narratives found in academic research. \n17:00 – Thomas Schoegje\nThomas Schoegje explores cognitive fingerprints\, workplace fit\, and conversational agents\, asking how people can better understand how their minds work and how technology may support neurodiverse working lives. \n17:30 – Itzel Yagual\nItzel Yagual shares research on neurodivergent women’s work and non-work relationships\, communication landscapes\, role overload\, and the conditions needed for sustainable belonging. \n18:00 – Lena-Marie Sailer\nLena-Marie Sailer examines how organisations engage with neurodiversity in practice\, looking beyond hiring toward employee networks\, internal communities\, and everyday workplace inclusion. \n18:30 – 19:30 – Dinner break\nThere are no presentations during this hour. Participants can take a proper break before the evening programme begins. \n19:30 – Rebecca Trychel\nRebecca Trychel explores neurodiversity within early educational systems\, drawing on education and family policy research to ask how support is delivered and how systems can become more responsive. \n20:00 – V Liwai Garcia\nV Liwai Garcia presents research on disclosure\, power\, retaliation\, and resilience for Autistic and AuDHD leaders\, asking what it costs to lead while disabled and how workplaces can become safer. \n20:30 – Closing\nThe Science Conference closes with a short reflection on the day\, the questions raised\, and the wider meaning of science within Neurodiversity Pride Week. \nAbout the Science Conference\nThe Science Conference is part of Neurodiversity Pride Week 2026. It brings together researchers\, lived-experience experts\, educators\, advocates\, artists\, designers\, and systems thinkers from around the world. The programme moves across many fields: legal protection\, autistic entrepreneurship\, inclusive education\, hallucinations and sensory experience\, neurodivergent artistry\, game design\, workplace communication\, employment\, unmasking\, disclosure\, leadership\, cognitive fingerprints\, relationships\, and the future of neuroinclusive workplaces. \nTogether\, these presentations show how wide\, urgent\, and alive the field of neurodiversity research has become. They also show why research matters most when it is connected to dignity\, community\, lived experience\, and real-world change. \nJoin us online on 11 June 2026 for a full day of learning\, connection\, and neurodivergent-led insight. \n  \nContact: researchneurodiversity@gmail.com
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