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Talking about neurodivergence and gender identity
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Many people who learn and think differently are also on the LGBTQIA+ spectrum. This can be a lot for kids—and their families—to navigate.
In this episode of In It, Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek talk to Kade Friedman. Kade is the Director of Education for PINE, the Program for Inclusion and Neurodiversity Education.
Kade identifies as non-binary and neurodivergent. They work with teachers to guide them in teaching neurodivergent, disabled, and gender-expansive students. They also work with families of neurodivergent and gender-questioning kids.
Listen to get all of the following:
- Tips for families of kids who are discovering their queer identity
- Suggestions for teachers to help them create an inclusive environment
- Important dos and don’ts to keep in mind
To find a transcript for this episode, visit the episode page at Understood.
We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at init@understood.org.
Related resources
- 3 tips for talking to kids with ADHD who are discovering their queer identity
- Why it’s important to support LGBTQIA+ kids with learning differences
- Podcast: Being trans with ADHD
- PFLAG: Upcoming Neurodiversity & Gender Diversity Meetings
Introducing MissUnderstood, the first-ever podcast channel for women with ADHD. Listen now: lnk.to/missunderstood
Understood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give
92 episodes
Manage episode 422202658 series 3290909
Many people who learn and think differently are also on the LGBTQIA+ spectrum. This can be a lot for kids—and their families—to navigate.
In this episode of In It, Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek talk to Kade Friedman. Kade is the Director of Education for PINE, the Program for Inclusion and Neurodiversity Education.
Kade identifies as non-binary and neurodivergent. They work with teachers to guide them in teaching neurodivergent, disabled, and gender-expansive students. They also work with families of neurodivergent and gender-questioning kids.
Listen to get all of the following:
- Tips for families of kids who are discovering their queer identity
- Suggestions for teachers to help them create an inclusive environment
- Important dos and don’ts to keep in mind
To find a transcript for this episode, visit the episode page at Understood.
We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at init@understood.org.
Related resources
- 3 tips for talking to kids with ADHD who are discovering their queer identity
- Why it’s important to support LGBTQIA+ kids with learning differences
- Podcast: Being trans with ADHD
- PFLAG: Upcoming Neurodiversity & Gender Diversity Meetings
Introducing MissUnderstood, the first-ever podcast channel for women with ADHD. Listen now: lnk.to/missunderstood
Understood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give
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