News & Updates
A New Chapter: Leadership Updates from The ND Alliance This summer marks a major milestone for The Neurodiversity Alliance. We’re thrilled to announce two exciting leadership updates that signal a strong and unified future for our movement. Please join us […]
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In this deeply personal talk, Jesse shares his journey from a childhood marked by instability and fear to discovering his neurodivergent identity and reclaiming his voice through mentorship, advocacy, and storytelling. He reflects on moments of failure, resilience, and the […]
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In this vulnerable and powerful essay, David Flink, Founder & CEO of The Neurodiversity Alliance, shares how being a neurodivergent student, and later a parent, taught him that learning isn’t about effort alone. It’s about environment, empathy, and rethinking our […]
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Starting college is a major transition. It often comes with challenges: new environments, less structure, and higher expectations – all at once. For neurodivergent students, this shift can be concerning, especially when support systems suddenly look very different or disappear […]
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Give Day 2025 was more than a fundraiser-it was a reminder that when neurodivergent students lead, the world changes for the better. Thanks to your incredible support, we raised over $122,000 to fund scholarships, expand mentorship, and grow student-led programs […]
Read MoreUniversity of Rochester students are making a meaningful difference through their chapter of The Neurodiversity Alliance’s Eye to Eye Mentoring Program at Rochester Prep Middle School. In this photo, Marco C. is reflected in a values mirror project. (photo by […]
Read MoreThis graduation season, we’re proud to celebrate a powerful group of leaders: the neurodivergent students in the Class of 2025 who are finishing high school, college, and everything in between. These students are proof that success comes in many forms—and […]
Read MoreIn celebration of Pride Month and Neurodiversity Pride Week, we’re spotlighting bold voices who are changing the narrative around what it means to be part of the LGBTQ+ and neurodiverse community in the public eye. These artists, performers, and storytellers […]
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Neurodiversity Acceptance Month may have wrapped up in April, but the momentum continued well into May with powerful events, inspiring voices, and exciting updates across The ND Alliance community. Here’s what we’ve been up to: Celebrating Neurodivergent Voices Across the […]
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Check out the “Not Afraid” music video from chapter leader and graduating senior Dimitris! A proud autistic rapper, Dimitris has already been accepted to two colleges and will be the first in his family to attend college. He plans to […]
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