Global Neurodiverse Families

Friends & colleagues, Sarah needs your help!

She's on the Board of the Parents Alliance for Inclusion, which advocates for inclusive education in international schools.

Our goal is simple but powerful: connect parents, share resources, and amplify our voices so every child has the chance to thrive.

We’ve just officially launched our FB community, and we’d love for you to join us. Whether you’re a parent, educator, ally, or simply someone who believes in inclusion, your presence helps us grow stronger together.

Let’s build a supportive network where parents feel connected, informed, and empowered — and where our collective voices can shape positive change.

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Good article out of Singapore.

I appreciate this thoughtful, non-Western perspective on neurodiversity. The piece offers a refreshing and culturally nuanced take on understanding diverse minds, moving beyond stereotypes and acknowledging how conditions such as autism and ADHD reflect natural variations of the human brain.

It’s an important reminder of how we can broaden our global conversations around inclusion and mental wellbeing.

Understanding diverse minds Autism and ADHD are natural variations in how the brain is wired; they are distinct from mental illnesses. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Can you imagine this happening? 🤯 You can’t, because there is no way we would expect a child with a physical disability to have no supports in place or even better, the school would plan for a universal support such as a ramp. So why is it any different for those with diagnosed neurodivergence? I have encountered so many stories where “it’s not fair” has been used as a reason and that’s just not good enough. Everyone gets what they need….equity over equality! All students deserve to feel included. All students deserve to feel like they belong. Sign the petition….link in the bio. #inclusion #inclusionstartsnow #inclusiveeducation #australianteachers #parents #adhdmum #neurodiversity

Hamilton will host its first-ever autism friendly performance on June 29 at 1 PM at the Richard Rodgers Theatre.

Part of TDF’s long-running program, the show will be specially adapted for families with members on the autism spectrum or with developmental and cognitive disabilities.

This marks a major milestone for the hit musical and wraps up TDF’s 13th season of inclusive performances.

Ton’s latest presentation for the UNIS Neurodiverse Families Support Group was all about social anxiety — and it was a powerful session!
Amazing turnout, thoughtful questions, and so many important conversations.
Grateful to be part of a community that’s building understanding and support for neurodiverse experiences.

Anh & Kristin are back with another webinar!
After the great response to their first webinar “Autism in the Classroom” in September, SENIA Vietnam is excited to host a second session—this time focused on how families and schools can work together to support students with autism.

This session is especially geared toward teachers, but everyone is welcome to join!

🗓 Sunday, April 27
🕐 1:00–3:00 PM (Vietnam time)
🌐 English & Vietnamese

They’ll share practical strategies, real stories, and ideas for building strong home-school partnerships.

👉 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/dyoyPaHhVy9GTSHc8

is speaking at a free English language neurodiversity event in Hanoi on Saturday, April 12th!

🕙 10:00am–12:00pm
📍 Diamond Westlake Suites, Hanoi
You can also choose to attend via Zoom.

Please register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfe0k8uEBXMZn0tAw6Fs8TxxHtITSb9MNWW8CzxHIRkzhcNvA/viewform

Our brains are wired to be highly sensitive to rejection—a trait that likely evolved as a survival mechanism. For women with ADHD, this Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD) can feel even more intense, deeply impacting emotions, self-worth, and decision-making. Positive Intelligence (PQ) coaching offers a way to rewire these thought patterns, helping to shift from self-criticism and fear of rejection to resilience and emotional mastery.

When RSD takes over, our inner “saboteurs” amplify negative self-talk, reinforcing limiting beliefs. PQ, on the other hand, strengthens our “sage” mindset—helping us approach challenges with clarity, confidence, and compassion. The good news? You can train your brain to react differently.

If you’re ready to break free from the emotional rollercoaster of RSD and build mental fitness that supports your success, let’s connect.

Book a Positive Saboteur Discovery Call today and take the first step toward transforming your mindset and emotional well-being. https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/

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It isn't because educators aren't compassionate, well intentioned professionals (they are). It's because a system steeped in decades old theories doesn't hold the complexity necessary to truly understand & support behavioral challenges. Everyone, parents, students & teachers will benefit from the rising paradigm shift. So grateful that the suggestions in are beginning to spread across the world.

This comes up so often—parents worrying about their kids’ hygiene (showers, changing underwear, brushing teeth), while quietly struggling with the same things themselves. Transitions are hard. Executive function gets in the way. The guilt creeps in.

If this resonates, you’re not alone. ADHD and hygiene struggles are deeply connected, and they don’t magically disappear in adulthood. If you’re navigating this with your kids—or just trying to figure it out for yourself—I offer nonjudgmental support to help you build systems that actually work for your brain, not against it. Book a call and let’s talk.

https://paperbell.me/global-neurodiverse-families

(Also, love this deep dive on the history of body odor standards! ADHD research rabbit holes are the best kind.)

ADHD Women and Hygiene | Healthy ADHD My son and I have been fighting about hygiene for years. Way before he knew anything about human evolution. He is fourteen and I’m sick of reminding him to put on deodorant every day. Even when I remind him he doesn’t seem to understand that he also has to dry his body off before he applies the ...

A huge thank you to everyone who joined the monthly meeting on Wednesday about .

We were thrilled to welcome attendees not only from UNIS, but also the , , , , , , , , and to learn, connect and share.

A special thank you to , and for volunteering their time. Their willingness to share their insights. experiences and advice made this session truly impactful and full of joy.

Our parent-led support group believes deeply in the power of community-driven learning. If you have a story or expertise to share, let’s connect! Together, we can create even more spaces for support and understanding.

A huge thank you to all the parents who joined me and today for a talk —their engagement, thoughtful questions, and shared experiences made our discussion truly impactful. We explored what neurodiversity means, delved into autism, ADHD, dyspraxia, and dyslexia, and discussed practical ways to support neurodivergent children at home and in school.

Special kudos to for creating this space for learning, connection, and inclusivity. It’s inspiring to see a school community come together to support every child’s strengths and needs.

We invited everyone to the ’s Dylexia talk on March 5 & ’s lunch on March 17 to keep the conversation going!

🔹 Want to bring this conversation to more parents in your school? We offer additional talks and tailored support for specific needs. If your school or parent group would benefit from a session like this, let’s make it happen!

📩 Get in touch to book a talk or targeted support. Let’s work together to build a more inclusive and understanding community!