Community News: March 2025
The Neurodiversity Alliance’s March 2025 newsletter highlights:
Leadership Opportunities for Neurodivergent Students: Announcing over 75 paid national leadership roles for neurodivergent students and alumni for the 2025-26 term, offering mentorship and skill development.
ND Celebration Week (March 17–23): A week dedicated to honoring the neurodiverse community’s resilience, featuring events like comedian Phil Hanley’s “Spellbound” book launch on March 19 in San Francisco.
T-Shirt Design Contest – “Connected by Difference”: Inviting young designers to create t-shirts promoting learning differences and inclusion, with chances to win prizes and be featured on our platforms.
Webinar – Transitioning to College: Offering insights on selecting the right college, securing accommodations, and building support systems, featuring Student Ambassador Kian Quinn-Calabrese.
Board Member Spotlight – Bea Awoniyi: Highlighting the advocacy work of Board Director Bea Awoniyi in supporting students with diverse learning needs.
Collaboration with Inclusive Schools NYC: Celebrating our partnership in establishing disability affinity and inclusion clubs, including StuySPICE, through the Education Department’s new Division of Inclusive and Accessible Learning.
ReelAbilities Film Festival: Promoting the world’s largest showcase of accessible international cinema, with a 20% discount on general admission tickets using the code RFFTNA.
Upcoming Event – Learn Different Day (April 26): Announcing our upcoming event focused on embracing diverse learning styles.