Events & Activities

On Tuesday, May 21, 2024, in partnership with Eisenberg & Baum, LLP, join us for Diversability Unplugged: Disability and Employment Rights, a discussion that delves into the intersection of employment law, disability rights, and advancing disability justice. We’ll be hosting this event a few days after the 13th Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). Speakers include: Lucy Trieshmann (they/she)`, Associate Attorney, Eisenberg & Baum, LLP Reyna Lubin (she/her), Partner, Eisenberg & Baum, LLP Emma Farley (she/her), Disability Studies scholar, activist & entrepreneur This will be a hybrid event. If you are in New York City, please join us in person from 6-8pm ET, and we will be live-streaming the moderated conversation and Q&A from 6:30-7:30pm ET. Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2024 Where: New York City, 6-8pm ET: Eisenberg & Baum, LLP, 24 Union Square E, Penthouse, New York, NY 10003 Virtual, 6:30-7:30pm ET: A Zoom link will be emailed 15 minutes before the event begins. The livestream will also be recorded and the recording will be shared with registered attendees after the event.

Unlock the potential of every student in your classroom by embracing neurodiversity in the teaching and learning environment. Diverse classrooms enrich the educational experience, encompassing students with varying neurotypes. In this dynamic presentation, we delve into the transformative power of personalizable, structured, and supportive learning environments tailored to better support neurodivergent learners. Discover how designing and facilitating classes with neurodiversity in mind can foster remarkable outcomes, including enhanced student retention, deeper comprehension, elevated achievement, and heightened course satisfaction. By embracing an inclusive approach, we not only empower neurodivergent students but also cater to the diverse learning needs of an underserved population, thereby fostering a more equitable educational landscape. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or new to the field, this presentation equips you with the tools and insights needed to create a more inclusive and empowering learning environment for all students. Join us as we embark on a journey towards educational excellence through the celebration of neurodiversity! Intended Audience: Faculty, Department Chairs, Program Directors, Associate and Assistant Provosts, Instructional Designers, Course Developers, Staff working in Disability Support/Academic Coaching/Tutoring Key Takeaways: 1. Understanding Neurodiversity: Gain insights into the diverse neurotypes present in your classroom and the unique learning preferences they entail. 2. Personalizable Learning Environments: Explore strategies for creating flexible and adaptable learning structures that accommodate individual differences and preferences. 3. Supportive Teaching Techniques: Learn practical techniques for fostering an inclusive and supportive classroom culture that celebrates neurodiversity. 4. Enhancing Student Success: Discover evidence-based approaches to optimize learning outcomes and promote the academic success of neurodivergent students. 5. Fostering Inclusive Excellence: Embrace the role of inclusive teaching practices in promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in higher education.

We are a group of like minded accessibility enthusiasts coming together to strike a dialog on these challenges and how to overcome them making digital space is accessible for everyone. Accessibility symposium, Bridging gaps building inclusion brings in technology companies, Accessibility experts and the users on to the same platform to discuss and share the expectations and best practices in accessibility.

Dé plek om je collega’s over digitale toegankelijkheid te ontmoeten en bijgepraat te worden over alle ontwikkelingen over digitale toegankelijkheid.