Title: Welcoming Neurodivergent Volunteers: Easier Than You May Think
Description: Sarah discusses the magic of Chat GBT, helps us to understand the difference between Neurodiverse and Neurodivergent and how, through universal design, your program can not only be welcome to Neurodivergent volunteers, but ALL volunteers. We talk about why there is no growth in your safety zone, safe spaces vs brave spaces, the importance of asking to understand and she shares a plethora of resources for certifications that you can earn especially if working with people with disabilities is a focus you have. Click here to download the e-book!
Resources
Erin Spink’s E-Book New Voices & New Perspectives in Volunteer Engagement. You will find a plethora of resources at the bottom of the article!!!!
Temple Grandin –
· The World Needs All Kinds of Minds
· Educating Different Types of Minds
Mary-Frances Winters – Inclusive Conversations
Barry Altland – Difficult vs Meaningful Conversations
· Youtube: https://youtu.be/c6BIjFEcANE
· Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7G0Fiku1bSVVeDhvXVDrwx?si=QPFDRD-xQZuZsgWFYgK_Sg
Connect with Sarah
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahphilippe/
Phone: 651-241-4999
More About Sarah
Sarah Philippe CVA (she/her) is passionate about volunteerism, accessibility, history, and ice cream. With her infectious energy and dedication, she is committed to inspiring and empowering others to believe in their capacity to create great change.
With over eight years of experience in volunteerism, Sarah took her game to the next level in 2021 by earning her Certification in Volunteer Administration. In addition, she completed certificates in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace, Ethical and Inclusive Leadership, and Exploring AI and ChatGBT: Impact and Possibilities from the University of South Florida. She's presented on Neurodiversity in Volunteerism at various state conferences and professional development webinars across the country. Her work has been published in "New Voices and Perspectives in Volunteer Engagement 2023," edited by Erin Spink.
When she's not advocating for diversity and inclusivity in volunteerism, Sarah can be snuggled up with her cat, trying out new ice cream flavors, or reading the Magic Treehouse series to her nieces and nephews.
Learn more about how Nicole can help your volunteer program grow and flourish when you visit
www.nicolersmith.com