Program Details*

Title

Twice Exceptional Neurodiversity: Giftedness as a Form of Neurodiversity & Its Co-Occurring Friends

Description

So often we talk about neurodiversity in silos — autism, ADHD, dyslexia — but we don't often explore giftedness itself as a form of neurodiversity, or how it overlaps with other neurotypes. My own experience navigating giftedness alongside OCD has taught me so much about the complexity of the human brain and how our strengths and challenges are often inextricably linked.

Presenter’s Name

Tara May

Presenter’s Website

http://www.aspiritech.org

Presenter’s Bio

Tara May is a leader in the movement for neurodiversity in the workplace. She is CEO of Aspiritech, a revolutionary tech company that employs more than 100 autistic adults representing more than 90% of its team. Tara sits on the Board of Directors of HAAPE and Neurowrx, advocating for neurodiversity and employment internationally.

*Note: The information above is a draft provided by the presenter and may be different in the HalloweeM Program Booklet.

Deadlines

  • Registration - Discounts for advanced registration are available through Friday, October 16th. (Note: Full payment is required by the appropriate deadline to qualify for the discount for which you registered.)
  • Lodging - The hotel is offering a WeeM rate of $132 through Thursday, October 8th, subject to availability. If the hotel block is full, please contact our WeeM Chair  who will try to expand the block.
  • Speaker/Meet & Greet/Tournament Submissions - The deadline to submit your proposal for a program, Meet & Greet, or tournament is Saturday, September 19th.

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HalloweeM @Westin North Shore Hotel
[p]Chicago Area Mensa’s Regional Gathering (RG) HalloweeM is being held at the Westin North Shore Hotel. This is a large (about 500 attendees), fun, family-friendly event. Drinks, snacks, and most meals are included. There are games, tournaments, dances, and a multi-track program as well as the infamous Costume Contest on Friday and both Pretentious Drinking and the Epicurean Experience on Saturday. [/p][p]We encourage you to register and book your room in advance to qualify for any discounts, but you may register on-site. [p]Please sign-up on the website to volunteer in in late September or during October.[/p][p]Bring books and media to donate to our book sale—all proceeds are donated to a charity.[/p][p]See our HalloweeM website ([url]https://chicago.us.mensa.org/weem/index.php[/url]) for the most up-to-date details.[/p]
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601 N Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL 60090

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