Nest Support Project at NYU Steinhardt

Nest at NYU is hiring! We're seeking applicants for a Social Development Support Specialist and School Leadership Support Specialist. Check out the descriptions and applicant next steps here: https://linktr.ee/nestnyu

It's a new week and there are new posts up on The Nest Egg! This new set of articles features a letter from our editor, Heather Clarke , tips to understand school refusal, the power of routines, and declarative language.
Check out the link in bio to read more!

Shout out to for their unique Nest break area, also known as the ZEN DEN!

Let's come together to spread awareness, foster acceptance, and celebrate Autism today, this month, and year-round!

We have new posts up on the Nest Egg! These posts discuss regulation, special interests and more! Check them out here: https://wp.nyu.edu/thenestegg/

Today is the start of the Black Lives Matter in Schools Week of Action (Feb 2-6)!
Check out the annual special issue of our Nest staff newsletter to find out more information on how you can get involved, and learn more about Black Autistic self-advocates and their work.

We have two new posts up on the Nest Egg! Check them out and find some helpful information about types of play and tips for educator burnout. Thank you to Carol Baingana, M.S. CCC - SLP, TSSLD and Sera Yoo for their contribution and to our Editor, Heather Clarke. Read more here: https://wp.nyu.edu/thenestegg/

Nest NYU wants to highlight an amazing opportunity for autistic media-makers! The Museum of the Moving Image's Marvels of Media Festival's call for submissions is now open until January 31st!

This festival showcases, celebrates, and supports autistic media-makers of all ages. Eligible media work includes film, animation, video art, virtual reality, episodic series, music videos and video games. Learn more and submit today here: bit.ly/Submit-MarvelsofMedia26

Earlier this month, we were thrilled to feature Meg Ferrell as our Illustrious Visitor. Almost 500 participants across Nest schools were in attendance.

Meg Ferrell, is an occupational therapist and the founder of Learn Play Thrive, LLC. Meg's website, learnplaythrive.com has free resources as well as continuing education courses on neurodiversity-affirming practice. She also hosts the Two Sides of the Spectrum podcast, where she amplifies Autistic voices and others who are working to change OT and SLP practice to truly reflect the lived experiences and deeper needs of Autistic people.