Overview
A 3o minute podcast episode with Michelle Dittmer sponsored by the Canadian Gap Year Association examines how gap years are an incredible tool to support the lived challenges of many neurodiverse youth, helps build confidence and leads to a path of self-discovery.
Objectives
- Provide and build support for neurodivergent students planning for a Gap Year.
- Explores how gap years can offer invaluable support to neurodiverse youth, providing them with a fresh start away from systems that may not adequately accommodate their needs.
- Emphasizes the importance of self-discovery during a gap year, allowing neurodiverse individuals to shed their masks, embrace their authentic selves.
Instructions
Visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MiFDKIWjgto
See episode description for a list of links and other resources mentioned in the episode.
You can also visit: https://www.cangap.ca/neurodiversity to learn more about how CanGap supports neurodivergent learners.
Key Highlights
- Supportive community of neurodiverse individuals, both online and in-person.
- Highlights resources and programs geared towards neurodiverse young people.
- Specialized travel opportunities and gap year programs.