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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251107
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URL:https://events.mentoringcenter.org/event/embracing-neurodiversity-and-
 inclusion-in-coaching-and-mentoring/
SUMMARY:Embracing Neurodiversity and Inclusion in Coaching and Mentoring
DESCRIPTION:Susan Mackay is an ICF and PAAC Certified Professional Coach\, 
 writer\, and advocate for neurodiversity and inclusion. With over 20 years
  of experience in global health and development\, she has worked with orga
 nizations such as the BBC\, WHO\, UNICEF\, and Gavi. Her late discovery of
  her own ADHD and other neuro-differences has deeply shaped her approach\,
  moving from “masking and fitting in” to helping others thrive by show
 ing up as they truly are.\n\nSusan now works with leaders\, professionals\
 , families\, and young people to unlock strengths\, reframe challenges\, a
 nd build inclusive systems where all minds can flourish. She is a Mental H
 ealth First Aider\, a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF
 ) Switzerland DEIB working group\, and an active contributor to the Neurod
 iversity Support Network of Switzerland.\n\nHer articles and thought leade
 rship have been published internationally\, including by the Institute of 
 Neurodiversity (ION)\, ICF Switzerland\, LSP Magazine\, and Acasus. Susan 
 regularly facilitates workshops and webinars on neurodiversity\, resilienc
 e\, and strengths-based coaching\, bringing a mix of lived experience\, pr
 ofessional expertise\, and practical tools. Her coaching style is describe
 d as curious\, creative\, and strengths-focused.\nSession Description\nIn 
 today’s rapidly changing world\, mentoring and coaching are no longer on
 e-size-fits-all practices. Increasingly\, we recognize the importance of e
 mbracing neurodiversity\, the natural variations in how people think\, l
 earn\, and experience the world. This includes individuals with ADHD\, aut
 ism\, dyslexia\, and other forms of unique brain wiring. When mentors and 
 coaches understand and embrace these differences\, they unlock hidden pote
 ntial\, deepen trust\, and create truly inclusive developmental relationsh
 ips.\n\nThis one-hour webinar\, Embracing Neurodiversity and Inclusion i
 n Coaching and Mentoring\, is designed to inspire and equip participants t
 o bring an inclusive lens into their practice. Participants will explore w
 hat neurodiversity means in plain language\, why it matters in mentoring c
 ontexts\, and how coaches and mentors can create environments where all mi
 nds thrive.\n\nThrough practical frameworks\, real-life examples\, and int
 eractive exercises\, participants will leave with:\n\n 	A clear understand
 ing of what neurodiversity is and why it matters\n 	Awareness of common ba
 rriers that neurodivergent individuals face in mentoring and coaching rela
 tionships\n 	Simple\, effective strategies to foster inclusion and unlock 
 the unique strengths of every mentee\n\nBy the end of the session\, partic
 ipants will feel empowered and equipped to make inclusion a natural part o
 f their mentoring practice\, taking away at least one actionable step to
  implement immediately.\nWhat Participants Will Gain\n\n 	Understanding of
  neurodiversity in mentoring and coaching\n 	Practical strategies to foste
 r inclusion and unlock strengths\n 	Tools to create safe\, curious\, and s
 trengths-focused mentoring relationships\n 	Inspiration to build a more eq
 uitable and empowering mentoring culture\n
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