Are you or someone you know neurodivergent?
Are you interested in creating a more inclusive community for everyone?
If so, this is the presentation for you!
Join us for a virtual Lunch & Learn Thursday, March 14th from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
We will start with a brief introduction of who we are and then dive into the 6 Principles that are instrumental in creating environments where everyone can thrive.
These 6 Principles – Communication, Environment, Structure, Flexibility, Emotion and Connection – are informed by and created collaboratively with Autistics themselves. We’ll go over each one, from tackling communication breakdowns to adding structure for success. And guess what? These Principles are not just for neurodivergent folks; they are for anyone aiming to create an inclusive, welcoming space at work or in their community. Towards the end of the presentation, we will open the floor to any questions and discussions! We are all about fostering inclusivity, so let’s create spaces where everyone can shine!
There are a few tickets remaining, so don’t delay. Click the button below that says “6 Principles to Inform Action” to reserve your spot.
About The Presenter:
The Sinneave Family Foundation is an operating foundation that works with individuals, communities, and organizations across Canada to reduce barriers and enhance opportunities in education, employment, and housing for Autistic youth and adults. Our vision is that people live, learn, work and thrive in their communities and realize their desired futures. We are based out of Calgary and serve all of Alberta.
Amy Tatterton is the Director of Learning and Connection for the Sinneave Family Foundation. She provides leadership to knowledge exchange activities and community engagement initiatives that help Sinneave fulfill its mission of reducing barriers and enhancing opportunities for autistic youth and adults. Amy holds a Master of Education in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Calgary with a concentration in Educational Research and has specific interest in neurodivergence and cooccurring mental health concerns. Amy is a born and raised Calgarian with personal and professional experience in a variety of environments that support neurodiverse individuals including sport, post-secondary supports, pediatric behaviour intervention, early childhood learning management and now adulthood transition support. When she’s not working, Amy loves to spend time outside – golfing, skiing, camping and hiking!
Hosted in partnership with Healthy Campus Alberta, we are pleased to present Six Principles to Inform Action: Creating Inclusive Campuses for Autistic & Neurodivergent Students. Our presenters will share six key principles–developed in collaboration with a team of autistic self-advocates–to support greater understanding, acceptance and valuing of autism and neurodivergence. While the presentation is geared toward post-secondary professionals and students, these principles are broadly applicable in all areas of daily life.
Covering each of the six principles–Communication, Structure, Flexibility, Environment, Emotion and Connection–our team will provide practical information and easy-to-implement strategies so Healthy Campus Alberta community members will walk away empowered to undertake ally-based actions that create and foster environments where everyone can thrive at:
- Building relationships
- Enhancing communication through collaboration
- Identifying and implementing pro-active actions for inclusion
There is something here for everyone.
About the Presenters:
Jay Haukenfrers (she/her)
Learning and Connection Coordinator for the Sinneave Family Foundation
Jay Haukenfrers (she/her) is the Learning and Connection Coordinator for the Sinneave Family Foundation. She oversees Sinneave’s Information and Navigation Service, which provides resources to self-advocates, parents and professionals. Jay also supports with learning & connection activities, including community engagement, presentations, workshops and digital content. Jay has a Bachelors of Arts, with a focus in music and psychology. She has had the honour to offer support to diverse vulnerable populations for more than 10 years including: families and children in crisis, young people with disabilities pursuing post-secondary education, adults with disabilities and co-occurring health challenges, and currently, supporting autistic and neurodivergent youth and adults in the transition to adulthood. She is excited to share more about how to make more places and spaces welcoming for autistic and neurodivergent people!
Mason Jaffray
Program Associate at the Sinneave Family Foundation
Mason Jaffray is an autistic self-advocate and a program associate at the Sinneave Family Foundation. Mason is passionate about sharing his knowledge of the autism spectrum to encourage growth and understanding of the autistic and neurodiverse communities. Mason brings curiosity and a willingness to learn to every conversation. He believes that the best ideas and solutions that influence positive outcomes, come from collaborative action and engagement with members of the community.
Registration is required for this presentation. When you click on the button below that says, “Register Today – Six Principles to Inform Action” you’ll be directed to the Healthy Campus Alberta website to register. Once there, you will need to create a free HCA account or use the guest log-in feature.
Register Today – Six Principles to Inform Action
Did you Know? These six principles are broadly applicable to all areas of daily life and our team is available to visit your school, business or workplace to show you easy-to-implement actionable strategies that benefit everyone. Contact us at info@sinneavefoundation.org or call 403 210-5000 to learn more and book your complimentary visit today.