Neurodiversity Celebration Week, founded in 2018 by neurodivergent advocate Siena Castellon, will take place from March 17 to 23, 2025. Siena, who has autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and dyspraxia, started this global initiative to shift perceptions around learning differences. She noticed that discussions are often centered on the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals.  The aim of the week-long celebration is to highlight the strengths, talents, and unique perspectives of those in the neurodivergent community.

Check out these resources to help celebrate the week:

• RRC Polytech’s Library and Academic Services Resource Guide on Neurodiversity
• Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI) Resources:
  • CCDI Webinar: Neurodiversity: An introduction
  • CCDI Webinar: Creating neuroinclusive and accessible workplaces
  • CCDI Webinar: Neurodiversity: Strategies for creating a neurodiverse organization
• LinkedIn Learning Paths (LinkedIn Learning login required):
  • Autism in the Workplace
  • Hiring and Supporting Neurodiversity in the Workplace
  • Understanding and Supporting ADHD in the workplace
• Other Resources:
  • Just say no (20:52)
  • Neurodiverse friendly Communication (0:59)
  • The Autism Advantage (3:34)
  • Thinking Differently About Autism (1:36:25)

Get Involved. You can also join an Employee Working Group or Community of Practice:

• Community of Practice: Accessibility Garden. Join your colleagues to share and discuss accessibility practices. To learn more, visit the Community of Practice: Accessibility Garden page  on Staff Forum.
• Neurodiversity Working Group. We’re looking for passionate employees to help make a real difference. To learn more and get involved, visit the Neurodiversity Working Group page  on Staff Forum.