Neurodivergent Pride Panel
Join us for our annual "Neurodivergent Pride | A Pride Month Panel". This panel brings together neurodivergent voices from the LGBTQ+ community to share their unique stories, challenges, and successes.
By highlighting the intersection of LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent identities, this event emphasizes the importance of awareness and combating stigma. We aim to showcase the diverse experiences of LGBTQ+ neurodivergent individuals, fostering a deeper understanding and advocating for a more inclusive society.
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Featured panelists:
Kristen West (they/them)
Nonbinary, Lesbian | ADHD, Autism
Kristen is a content creator and writer currently obsessing over the intersection of queerness, neurodivergence, embodiment, and post-traumatic growth. Their videos, writing, and bestselling AuDHD-friendly planner designs explore what it means to create a gentler, more joyful life after years of masking and disconnection from our authentic selves. They are especially interested in the ways creativity, ritual, story, and community can help us return to our bodies after survival mode.
Savant Devereaux
ADHD, Autism, Sensorimotor OCD, Dyslexia
Savant is a 33 year old Disability & Neurodivergence Advocate, Spiritual Practitioner, and currently in studies to become a Neurodivergence and Divinity Integration Coach. Amongst being diagnosed with AuDHD, he also journeys with Sensorimotor OCD, Dyslexia as well Savant Syndrome.
Gillian Forth, ACC (she/they)
Pansexual | ADHD, Autism, LD
Gill is an ADHD Coach at Shimmer. Gill has coached hundreds of neurodivergent people as they move into new roles and workplaces, and supported both employees and managers through a wide range of workplace challenges. Gill also has extensive experience advising teams and organizations on creating more inclusive and accessible environments, particularly for neurodivergent and disabled professionals.
Eric Tivers, LCSW, ADHD-CCSP (he/him)
Bi-sexual/Queer | ADHD, Autism
Eric specializes in facilitating intensive online coaching and accountability groups. He's also the host of the popular ADHD reWired Podcast. As a proud member of the queer/bisexual community, Eric fosters an inclusive environment in his coaching, emphasizing the importance of embracing one's identity.
Christal Wang, ACC (she/her)
Pansexual | ADHD
Christal Wang is the co-founder & CEO of Shimmer. Christal strongly believes in using business as a force for good, and her work at Shimmer has been recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 and Inc. Female Founders. She is deeply invested in advocating for and supporting various communities she’s a part of, including LGBTQ+, AAPI, women, and neurodiverse.
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This event is a collaboration event co-hosted by:
Shimmer | ADHD coaching platform and community dedicated to supporting neurodivergent adults in reaching their full potential.
ADHD reWired | Celebrating 10 years of podcasting and award-winning Coaching and Accountability Groups