The Future is Neurospicy: A Conversation About Embracing Diverse Minds & Voices

Neurodiversity is an identity, a perspective, and a movement—not a diagnosis. As the conversation around disability and inclusion evolves, it’s essential to recognize neurodivergence as a fundamental part of human diversity. In this community conversation, we’ll explore neurodiversity as an identity, its intersection with disability, and what it means for service providers in the I/DD field.

How can leaders create truly inclusive environments? What shifts are needed to move beyond accommodation toward genuine belonging? Join us as we unpack these critical questions, learn from lived experiences, and reframe neurodivergence as a strength that drives innovation, leadership, and meaningful change in our field.

Presenters

• Gene Boes, President & CEO at Northwest Center
• Janelle Johnson, Founder & CEO at The PUSHES Project
• Heather Janci, Provider Strategy Executive Consultant at SETWorks