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New to IEPs? This week’s episode of “Understood Explains IEPs” gives parents the tools to confidently navigate unfamiliar terms and legal rights. Keeping track of terms like FAPE, IDEA, “least restrictive environment,” and “stay put rights,” can be a bit overwhelming at first. Our podcast host, celebrated educator Juliana Urtubey, NBCT _ Ms. Earth, breaks things down in a simple, accessible way. #understood #SpecialEducation #IEP https://lnkd.in/gBb6a5hs 

Teachers. Entrepreneurs. Product managers. Millions of people go to work every day with learning and thinking differences like ADHD and dyslexia. Unfortunately, many of them don’t take advantage of accommodations that could help them thrive. Check out our workplace supports hub to get familiar with different types of accommodations. #GAAD24 https://lnkd.in/eaf9wvcV

Today, Understood’s vice president of research and strategy Blair Arthur  is joining The Female Quotient's latest Algorithm for Equality panel session alongside The Female Quotient’s Amber Coleman-Mortley, and Mindshare’s Rachel Lowenstein. Tune in at 12 PM ET to discover how #AI and other tools can enable neurodivergent employees to thrive in the workplace. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gxzepJBa

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AI can empower neurodivergent individuals to thrive in the workplace by soothing sensory overload, decoding social intricacies, and automating repetitive tasks. Join Understood’s Blair Arthur, The Female Quotient's Amber Coleman-Mortley, and Mindshare’s Rachel Lowenstein to explore how AI and other tools can shape the world for difference. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/eYXYi9CS

At Understood, our goal is to give people the tools to confidently advocate for themselves in the workplace. Because when it comes to diversity and inclusion, knowledge is power. Head to our workplace supports hub to learn how. #GAAD24 https://lnkd.in/eaf9wvcV

“Stigmas targeting those with learning and thinking differences are firmly rooted in a widespread misunderstanding of these conditions and how they manifest in the workplace. We can neither reduce harm nor increase positive experiences and outcomes if we don’t raise awareness and address misperceptions.” Understood co-president and CMO Nathan Friedman wrote for Fast Company about how DEIB can reduce neurodiverse stigma at work. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/eAgkVu8T

Why do you think there’s so much stigma around asking for accommodations? And what can we, as employers and co-workers, do to help? Visit our workplace supports hub to learn more.#GAAD24 https://lnkd.in/eaf9wvcV

Once a month, the Understood team engages in a team bonding activity to bring us closer together and let our creative juices flow. This month the team participated in an in-office painting class led by our very own Senior Designer, Eros Dervishi. The class was filled with laughter, fun, and the development of a new skill!

Support for workplace accommodations is high. But there are still a lot of people who don’t know what they look like in action. Our workplace supports hub has all the info you’ll need to get everyone up to speed. Learn more here. #GAAD24 https://lnkd.in/eaf9wvcV

Global Accessibility Awareness Day is the perfect time to talk to your workforce about accommodations. Let them know what kind of help is available for people who learn and think differently. And be sure everyone knows how to ask. Why do you think people don’t know more about workplace accommodations? Find helpful resources at our workplace supports hub. #GAAD24 https://lnkd.in/eaf9wvcV