What is the Big Tent in Neurodiversity?

It's been 30 years since the Neurodiversity movement began, but our history? It’s scattered—spread across the internet, lost to defunct websites, and held in the memories of those who were there.

Foundations for Divergent Minds board—Kassiane Asasumasu, Morénike Giwa-Onaiwu, Renae Martin, and Oswin Latimer discuss the complexities of neurodiversity, emphasizing the need for a broad and inclusive understanding that goes beyond traditional definitions.

There's exploration of the historical context of the neurodiversity movement, the cultural erasure of diverse voices, and the importance of intersectionality in understanding identity. The conversation also touches on the evolution of language within the neurodiversity community, the perspectives of youth, and the necessity for sensory-friendly medical practices.

Join the conversation as they meander through the moments that shaped today’s Autistic community. Expect deep dives, infodumps, candid untold stories, and a heavy dose of chaos along the way.

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Chapters

00:00 Understanding Neurodiversity: A Big Tent Approach

02:47 The Importance of Historical Context in Neurodiversity

06:09 Cultural Erasure and Misattribution in Neurodiversity

09:01 Intersectionality and Identity in Neurodivergent Communities

11:56 The Evolution of Language in Neurodiversity

14:54 Youth Perspectives on Neurodiversity

17:46 Personal Experiences and Medical Narratives

20:53 The Need for Sensory-Friendly Medical Practices

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