Event Description

Capability Level: Evolving; Established

This webinar will provide an overview of neurodivergence, outline the importance of respecting individual's unique sensory and communication needs as well as processing styles.

It will enable you to identify your social work skills and strengths to be leveraged in neuro-affirming practice with neurodivergent young people in schools. You will have the opportunity to reflect on how social workers can channel their anti-oppressive and critical approaches towards a specialised and emerging field of practice.

Who should register?

This webinar is suitable for all levels of social workers who are interested in developing their own unique approach to neuro-affirming practice with Neurodivergent young people in schools. From frontline workers starting in their early career to managers and supervisors wanting to support their neurodivergent staff.  

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Understand diversity amongst Neurodivergent young people
• Utilize their existing skills and strengths towards neuro-affirming practice
• Uphold Social Work values in neuro-affirming practice

AASW Credential: School; Mental Health; Clinical

Testimonials

• "Very engaging presenter with lived experience and extensive knowledge in this area of practice".
• "Fantastic webinar on neurodiversity in the educational environment".
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