Join Understood for a transformative day of collaboration, where we’ll explore the complexities of neurodiversity and the vital changes needed to foster more inclusive communities. Through a series of insightful presentations and interactive discussions, you’ll engage with cutting-edge research and real-world strategies aimed at breaking down barriers for neurodivergent individuals. Included are networking spaces with leading researchers, nonprofit professionals, and advocates who are passionate about driving systemic change and building more equitable environments.
Whether you’re a professional, ally, or someone personally connected to neurodiversity, this event will equip you with a better understanding of the challenges and strengths of neurodiversity that are often overlooked. Together, we can break down silos, spark critical conversations, and create pathways for lasting, meaningful change. By uniting our efforts, we can drive impact that extends beyond awareness, shaping a more inclusive future for all.
Columbia University Irving Medical Center: Aggressive policing and reading in Black children in New York City
Bruce Ramphal, MD Candidate, Harvard Medical School and Amy Margolis, Ph.D., Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, The Ohio State University; Senior Research Fellow, Child Mind Institute
Promise Project: Reducing Barriers To School-Based Intervention for Children With Learning and Attention DisordersÂ
Enitan Marcelle, Ph.D., Research Fellow Promise Project, Columbia/Columbia Psychology, Psychiatry, and Public Health LD Innovation Hub and Amy Margolis, Ph.D., Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, The Ohio State University; Senior Research Fellow, Child Mind Institute
Understood: Barriers and facilitators to educational and occupational opportunities for Latina Women with learning and attention disorders
Gazi Ferdousi Azad, Ph.D.,
Assistant Professor, Licensed Psychologist, & Nationally Certified School Psychologist, Heilbrunn Department of Population and Family Health Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University Irving Medical CenterÂ
Partners were carefully selected based on their mission, theory of change, and organizational capabilities. The inaugural cohort is composed of leaders in research across multiple disciplines, and leaders advancing equity for historically marginalized and underserved communities across intersectional experiences.
By harnessing the power of deep and intentional collaboration across sectors (higher education, policy, nonprofits, community organizations) we can create a seismic shift in our understanding of learning differences. With a shared vision, we can bring critical attention to the realities and needs of the neurodivergent community. However, in order to create seismic change, we need to grow and invite others to join the conversation. We will and can create transformative and sustainable impact together.