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πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Social project opens free slots for children in PetrΓ³polis and expands service for neurodivergent students

The Pequena Tribo Social Project in PetrΓ³polis, Brazil, is offering free extracurricular activities for children aged 6 to 10, with open enrollment for the first semester of 2026.

Feb 28 β€’ 18:23 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

SEND reforms sound positive - but I fear they will do more harm for children like mine

A mother expresses concern that proposed SEND reforms may ultimately undermine support for children with special educational needs.

Feb 23 β€’ 12:56 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
Life & Tech

Surprising discovery: these signs indicate that your dog may be autistic

Research indicates that autism and other neurodiversities may not only be characteristic of humans but can also manifest in dogs.

Feb 23 β€’ 12:35 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
Life & Tech

BAFTAs shouting explained as Alan Cumming issues off-camera message to audience

Alan Cumming addressed the audience at the BAFTAs to clarify the unusual shouting heard during the ceremony, which was due to a member experiencing tics related to a neurological condition.

Feb 22 β€’ 19:34 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Talia Mar's 'relief' after diagnosis after being told 'you don't look autistic'

Talia Mar expresses relief following her autism diagnosis at age 25, which has helped her better understand herself and her experiences.

Feb 20 β€’ 10:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Suzana Herculano-Houzel said there is beauty in autism

Neuroscientist Suzana Herculano-Houzel shares a positive perspective on autism, highlighting its unique attributes during Autism Awareness Month.

Feb 14 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

National survey on tourism for neurodivergent individuals led by the State University of Amazonas

A new survey on accessible tourism for neurodivergent individuals has been launched by Brazil's Ministry of Tourism in partnership with the State University of Amazonas.

Feb 12 β€’ 12:24 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Tourism launches research on the reception of neurodivergent people

The Brazilian Ministry of Tourism has launched an online survey to gather insights on the needs and best practices for accommodating neurodivergent individuals in the tourism sector.

Feb 11 β€’ 12:30 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

English secondary schools must offer inclusion areas for neurodiverse and Send pupils

Secondary schools in England are required to provide inclusion areas to support neurodiverse children and those with special educational needs, as part of a government initiative for educational reform.

Feb 11 β€’ 00:01 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Wprost
National & Local

The Ministry of Education Reform May Hit the Weakest Students. The Commissioner for Children's Rights Sounds the Alarm

The Commissioner for Children's Rights in Poland has raised serious concerns about a proposed educational reform by the Ministry of Education that could negatively impact vulnerable students.

Feb 10 β€’ 04:20 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Neurodivergent couples can opt for a less noisy and lengthy wedding ceremony

Neurodivergent couples are seeking wedding ceremonies that cater to their sensory sensitivities by being less noisy and more intimate.

Feb 7 β€’ 21:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Autistic writer who doesn't speak reveals his complex thoughts

An autistic writer shares his deep reflections on identity and dreams of being neurotypical, emphasizing the uniqueness of his own world.

Feb 6 β€’ 18:30 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Mattel released the first Barbie with autism, watch the video

Mattel has launched the first Barbie doll representing autism, featuring a sensory-friendly design to promote inclusion and neurodiversity.

Jan 12 β€’ 15:46 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ taz
Life & Tech

The House Call: Painting by Voices

Maximilian zum Quadrat, a neurodivergent artist, uses auditory hallucinations to guide his color choices in his paintings and writings, creating art that blends various realities.

Dec 26 β€’ 14:57 UTC

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