Neurodiversity

Develop your understanding of people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, so that you can better respond to, and support them. Learn how to identify triggers and provide proactive interventions.

Learn about autistic experiences compared to those of people who are seen as ‘normal’ (neurotypical), from a lived experience facilitator who is autistic.

Gain an insider’s view on multiplicity (also known as Plurality) from a mental health professional with lived experience, and learn ways to provide effective support.

The first workshop in this series will cover an overview of the origins of neurodiversity, current diagnoses and the experiences that are associated with neurodiversity.

The second workshop in this series focuses on autism and ADHD as two core features of neurodiversity experience.

This hui in Ōtautahi, Christchurch and online is to bring neurodivergent people and their allies together around the topic of restorative practice in healthcare.

Gain an insider’s view on the impacts of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and trauma and develop effective ways to provide support.