Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2023

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Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2023

Neurodiversity Celebration Week is running from Monday 13 - Sunday 19 March and is a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences.

Neurodiversity means the full range of human neurology: neurological differences, for example those labelled as Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, ADHD, Autism and Tourette’s Syndrome, should be recognised and respected just like any other human variation.

It aims to transform how neurodivergent individuals are perceived and supported by providing schools, universities, and organisations with the opportunity to recognise the many talents and advantages of being neurodivergent, while creating more inclusive and equitable cultures that celebrate differences and empower every individual.

There are also a number of different resources, guidance, PowerPoint Presentations and social media assets available from Neurodiversity Celebration Week that you can download here.

After the success of last year’s week of events to support this celebration, the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences is excited to again be supporting Neurodiversity Celebration Week and will be leading a number of events to support this celebration that will be open to staff and students across the University.

Upcoming events include:

  • Monday 13 March, 1-2pm: Keynote speaker Professor Jason Arday 'Even Flow: Understanding and Navigating Neurodiversity' (Hybrid). Book via Eventbrite here.
  • Tuesday 14 March, 1-2pm: Dr Jenna Kenyani 'What does it mean to be neurodivergent?' (Online). Book via Eventbrite here.
  • Wednesday 15 March, 1-2pm: Rebecca Duffus 'Supporting and Celebrating the Autistic Identity' (Online). Book via Eventbrite here.
  • Thursday 16 March, 1.30-3pm: Neurodivergent PGR meet up (In-person). Book via Eventbrite here.
  • Friday 17 March, 1-2pm: Gareth Siggee 'University of Liverpool adjustments and support for Neurodivergent staff' (Online). Book via Eventbrite here.

Find out more about upcoming events from the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences here.