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Registration for this event is free for members and non-members, however if you'd like to support NDEO please consider a small optional registration fee of $5, $10, or $15 if you can. 

In this session, we will explore the neurodivergent dancer through an informed and lived experience, fostering a sense of inclusivity and community. By delving into the neuroscience of neurodivergence, we will uncover the unique ways in which the neurodivergent brain differs from neurotypical standards, and how this manifests in behavior and socialization. Our focus on neurodiversity as a movement and philosophy, and the redefinition of key vocabulary, will provide a framework for understanding disability justice and adopting anti-ableist ways of speaking about neurodivergence, ensuring that everyone feels welcomed and part of a supportive dance community. Additionally, we will explore how somatic approaches to dance education can provide avenues for nervous system relaxation and processing difficulties, further enhancing the inclusivity of this session.