2024 Season
Welcome to the 2024 Season of the DEIN Talks.
Running from March-August, the DEI+N talks is in it's third year. Have you seen any past episodes? I am declaring this will be the best year yet! Standing for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Neurodiversity requires we shift our thinking, our doing and our making.
This Month
April 27, 2024
Knot your Type: Nexus of Neurotypes
Join us for a dynamic virtual panel discussion where teachers and education adjacent experts explore the intersection of Neurotypes in learning environments, from ADHD to neurotypical, autistic to anxious. Discover the importance of understanding and connecting with diversity in classrooms. Explore how as a society, we can create inclusive spaces that accommodate various personalities and foster collective growth and understanding.
Kionne Abdul- Malik
Sarah Campbell
Lola Gee
Azya Maxton
Up Next:
May 25, 2024
UnderValued
Equity in Education
Join us for an enlightening virtual panel discussion where educators and education adjacent experts delve into practical tactics for exploring equity in learning environments. Discover how reframing strengths such as resilience, multitasking abilities, and attention to detail can pave the way forward for diverse students. Uncover strategies to identify, develop, and value individual strengths, ensuring every student finds their rightful place for success despite potential setbacks.
The Classist Room
Forget your place
Join us for a thought-provoking virtual panel discussion where teachers and education adjacent experts unravel the infiltration of classism in the classroom, examining how income disparities and social elitism manifest as bullying and ostracization. Explore the implications of the classroom-to-prison pipeline and discover how breaking free from outdated paradigms can unleash limitless possibilities for students of all backgrounds. From navigating triggers to assessing cultural norms, we will empower practitioners to dismantle barriers and foster equity in education.
June 22, 2024
Quake in the Culture
Change in the learning landscape
Join us for a groundbreaking discussion where teachers and education adjacent experts analyze the seismic shifts in education, from the teacher shortage to the rise of Neurodiversity and Universal Design for Learning. Explore the impact of widespread information accessibility and virtual courses on the decentralization of the teacher in the classroom and the changing culture of learning. Gain insights into how we can nativate national conversations about curriculum and expand to the proven global paradigms.
July 27, 2024
Tea for the Fever
Straight talk about accomodations
Don't miss the finale of the 2024 DEI+N Talks season as we engage in a transformative discussion taking preverbial "tea for the fever", delving deep into untraditional accommodations and treatments for Neurodiversity. Explore the nuances of providing appropriate support for diverse students, from the autistic to the anxious, sharing insights on effective non-prescription ADHD medications and specialized concerns of the community. Let's collaborate to raise awareness and pave pathways toward inclusive treatments that meet the diverse needs of Neurodiverse individuals.ls.
August 24, 2024
Past Episodes this year:
Break the Box: Unothering the Other | 3/23
Jessica Taylor
Latina Nickelson
Eric Endlich
Want to chat? Grab a spot on the Calendly or email any questions to info@ripefruitcreative.com