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Category: Neurodiversity

IEPs and Special Education Advocacy with Vick Christensen

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Founder of Blue Glasses Advocacy and mother of a 21-year-old with global developmental delays who proudly wears blue glasses, Vicki Christensen empowers parents with the knowledge and tools to navigate disability rights and is passionate about advocating for families through the Individualized Education Program, or IEP, process.Vicki supports parents and guardians of students in special education by providing effective advocacy strategies to foster positive, collaborative relationships at school. Her work, both in advocacy and in parenting, combines expertise, empathy, and firsthand insight, making her uniquely qualified to guide and inspire families navigating the challenges and triumphs of raising a neurodivergent child.

Navigating AWEtism with Dr. Theresa Lyons

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Dr. Theresa Lyons is the founder and CEO of Navigating AWEtism, a groundbreaking platform dedicated to turning autism complexity into clarity. With a Ph.D. in Computational Chemistry from Yale University and a deep personal connection as a parent to a daughter with autism, she combines rigorous science with real-world experience to empower families navigating autism.

Special Education Reform and IEPs with Lisa Mosko Barros

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Lisa Mosko Barros is the founder of SpEducational, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering families of students with disabilities to effect positive systems change in special education. Lisa is known for her highly detailed knowledge of educational policy, her fierce advocacy through community organizing, and her ability to collaborate and build consensus. Among other positions, she has served as Chairperson for the Los Angeles Unified School District’s Community Advisory Committee for Special Education. Lisa is also the mother of two incredible twice exceptional kids.

Autism and Sensory Friendly Travel with Lynda Farrington Wilson

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Lynda has spent her life creating—art, pottery, and writing have always been at the heart of who she is, ultimately serving as a Vice President of Marketing in the skincare industry. When her youngest son was diagnosed with autism at age two, she shifted her focus to supporting him, and published her first book, Squirmy Wormy: How I Learned to Help Myself, igniting a new chapter of advocacy and creativity. Lynda has illustrated over 120 children’s books and authored three additional titles. Her most recent is titled Splish, Splash, Squawk! Finding Joy in a Sensory-Friendly Vacation, a children’s book designed to encourage families with children on the autism spectrum to embrace the joys of travel. 

Mission: Kid Success with Priscilla Leto

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Priscilla Leto is a dedicated advocate for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions. Her commitment to aiding children to reach their highest potential is rooted in personal experience, as the mother of a son on the autism spectrum. Priscilla’s work extends beyond administrative duties; she is a vocal proponent for addressing the underlying causes of neurodevelopmental conditions, advocating for comprehensive support that transcends surface-level therapies.

MapHabit Cognitive Support Platform with Matt Golden

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Matt co-founded MapHabit along with neuroscientist Dr. Stuart Zola to disrupt the standard of care for neurodivergent populations, including those with dementia, autism, intellectual & developmental disabilities and brain injuries. Those people who need cognitive support typically struggle with activities of daily living. By teaching caregivers to be thoughtful observers and critical thinkers, and empowering individuals with the ability to manage their daily routines with personalized step-by-step instructions, he is helping to transform independence across the lifespan.

Pathway to College with Jessica Broutt

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Jessica Broutt is the Program Director for Pathway at UCLA Extension, an inclusive college program for neurodivergent young adults at UCLA Extension. Over the past six years, Jessica has worked to increase student access to the Pathway program, and maintain a high level of inclusion. Prior to joining the Pathway team, Jessica was the Manager of Educational Programs at Outfest, supporting at-risk LGBTQ young adults in obtaining an education in film.

Nutritional Psychiatry, Food and Mood with Sara Langley

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Sara Langley is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in the medication management of children and adolescents. She specializes in Nutritional Psychiatry, including how food impacts mood and behavior, as well as traditional medication management. She treats conditions such as ADHD, Autism, depression and anxiety. She is double board certified in Primary care and Psychiatry and is based in Beverly Hills, CA.

Living a Neurodivergent Life with Ambassador Ian Hale, PhD

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Ambassador Ian Hale has written Support Platform extensively about autism. He himself identifies as being on the spectrum and is an amazing advocate and voice for the autism community. He is a member of the world Academy of Medical Science, Mensa, a Trustee of Autistic Nottingham and a longtime Member of the UK Government Advisory Policy.

Keeping Your Memories Safe with Angela Andrieux

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Angela Andrieux is a fine art photographer, photography coach, and product evangelist for Mylio Photos. She is passionate about helping others organize, edit, and protect their photos. She delights in the control Mylio Photos offers for meticulous organization, satisfying her analytical side, while her creative side is captivated by photography, visual storytelling, and artistic image editing. Her diverse collection predominantly showcases travel, landscapes, cityscapes, and family moments.