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PCI Webinar: Neurodiversity: A Primer for Libraries

Registration:

This event will take place online. Please REGISTER HERE VIA PCI WEBINARS to receive login information. Please note that subscription to this webinar is proprietary to South Carolina library staff. Do not share the connection link on public listservs, Facebook groups, or other online training calendars.

Description:

Neurodiversity is a contract to medical and pathology models of neurological differences in the brain. It’s a more nuanced perspective of what exactly is “normal” or “appropriate” in people. This webinar will explain the basics of neurodiversity, the growing movement, and how librarians can better create programs and advocate for people who are neurodiverse.

In addition, the webinar will cover:

  • People first vs. Identity first language
  • Broadening the scope of ADA-compliance
  • Controversies of neurodiversity

Presenter:

Carrie Rogers-Whitehead worked in libraries for nearly a decade and now consults and trains librarians. She is the author of the 2021 RUSA-award winning Serving Teens and Adults on the Autism Spectrum: a Guide for Libraries. Carrie has also published other titles around technology and parenting and is co-authoring a new book out spring 2022: Teaching and Advocating Digital Citizenship: Tools for Librarians. Carrie is the founder of Digital Respons-Ability, a mission-based company that educates students, parents, and educators on digital citizenship. She lives in Utah with her family.

Cost:

Free

Accessibility:

If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to participate, please contact the organizer at least two weeks prior to the event.

Questions about the event?

Please contact the Continuing Education Consultant Tiffany Hayes

 

Date:
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Time:
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Location:
Online
Categories:
Continuing Education