Tag: Neurodiversity

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Aberdeen Autism Charity raises life-changing amount at annual dinner

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An Aberdeen autism and neurodiversity charity has raised £80,000 in aid of ‘life-changing’ care and support to more than 230 individuals and families in the area. Autism & Neurodiversity North Scotland (A-ND) welcomed guests to Aberdeen’s Union Kirk for the sold-out Think Different Dinner, organised and managed by A-ND’s event and PR partners ThinkPR Scotland.  […]

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Neurodiverse social workers take action for more recognition

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Councils and other employers of social workers have been encouraged to sign up to a new pledge to celebrate neurodiversity in the profession.

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Social work neurodiversity taskforce meets

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A group of neurodivergent social workers have started work on a new employers’ pledge to celebrate neurodiversity in the profession.  With the backing of the Social Workers Union (SWU), the group is drafting a pledge which will encourage employers to recognise the contribution neurodivergent social workers bring to their roles and commit to act towards […]

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New comic to educate and end ADHD stigma

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Liverpool-based ADHD Foundation – The Neurodiversity Charity has launched The Umbrella Gang, part of a six part series of vibrant, engaging and free educational comics which aim to empower children with learning differences to believe in themselves and realise their true potential.

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