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Introduction to Neurodiversity with Disability Network Southwest Michigan

Introduction to Neurodiversity with Disability Network Southwest Michigan

2026-05-11T10:00:00 2026-05-11T12:00:00 Introduction to Neurodiversity with Disability Network Southwest Michigan This workshop introduces the concept of neurodiversity as the natural diversity of human brains and minds and explores the neurodiversity movement as a human rights framework. Participants will examine how neurodiversity shapes sensory, movement, and communication differences, the impact of ableism on people with brain-based disabilities, and practical ways to support the neurodiversity movement.

Instructor: Max Hornick (they/them) is a Community Education Coordinator for Disability Network Southwest Michigan, where they have worked since 2018. They are a graduate of Western Michigan University, a Certified Nonprofit Professional, a certified Emotional CPR Practitioner, and a nationally certified ADA Coordinator. Their lived experience as a disabled, neurodivergent person informs their work providing education on disability-related topics and facilitating Disability Network’s virtual Autistic adult peer support group.

This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. , Michigan
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Start: May 11, 2026 10:00 AM

End: May 11, 2026 12:00 PM

This workshop introduces the concept of neurodiversity as the natural diversity of human brains and minds and explores the neurodiversity movement as a human rights framework. Participants will examine how neurodiversity shapes sensory, movement, and communication differences, the impact of ableism on people with brain-based disabilities, and practical ways to support the neurodiversity movement.

Instructor: Max Hornick (they/them) is a Community Education Coordinator for Disability Network Southwest Michigan, where they have worked since 2018. They are a graduate of Western Michigan University, a Certified Nonprofit Professional, a certified Emotional CPR Practitioner, and a nationally certified ADA Coordinator. Their lived experience as a disabled, neurodivergent person informs their work providing education on disability-related topics and facilitating Disability Network’s virtual Autistic adult peer support group.

This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Registration Link
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