Student Voices on Neurodiversity: A Panel Discussion

When:

February 4, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

2025-02-04T11:00:00-08:00

2025-02-04T12:30:00-08:00

About the Panel

Neurodiverse students in post-secondary institutions often encounter unique challenges that can be misunderstood, leading to additional barriers to success. Join us for a panel discussion featuring B.C. post-secondary students and recent graduates with lived experience. We will explore the challenges neurodiverse students face, discuss how institutions and educators can best support students, and celebrate the unique strengths and perspectives that neurodiversity brings.

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This session will be recorded, archived, and made available publicly on BCcampus.ca. By participating in this session, you acknowledge you are aware your participation will be recorded and the recording will be openly available.

Panelists

Kaeli Sort (Royal Roads University) is a passionate advocate and systems thinker with lived experience as a neurodivergent learner. She holds two master’s degrees in leadership and executive business administration, as well as a bachelor’s in child and youth care. Kaeli’s advocacy is shaped by the intersection of her diverse experiences, including past roles in child protection, government policy, youth engagement research, and family counselling. As the leader of the former youth in care community of practice, she champions equitable policies and amplifies the voices of adults with lived foster care experience.

Hallie Brown (Douglas College) is currently attending Douglas College’s LIST food services program with the hopes of further improving her life skills in the food and beverage industry. In her spare time, she enjoys solving brain puzzles, baking, arts and craft making, and hanging out with friends. She is hoping to bring a warm and positive perspective that others can relate to.

Alysha Gallant (University of Northern British Columbia) is a teaching candidate with a bachelor of science in fisheries and wildlife. In 2018, Alysha transferred from the University of Toronto to UNBC, embracing a fresh start and new adventures. As a neurodivergent individual, Alysha is continually learning how to navigate and manage different aspects of life, with the support of an incredible community of friends and loved ones. When not focused on studies, Alysha spends time with their dog, Blu, and enjoys reading, playing video games, caring for their plant collection, and working casually at the Prince George Humane Society.