Online Workshop Recordings & Resources
Overview
In January 2026, the Neurodivergent Working Group, a collaboration of various organizations across British Columbia, hosted two free online learning sessions focused on neurodivergent-affirming care for autistic girls and women.
These sessions were designed to support educators, mental health professionals, and community members in deepening their understanding of autism as it presents in girls and women, and in fostering environments that affirm neurodivergent identities.
This page provides a brief overview of the workshops, along with access to the session recording and presentation slides.
Session 1
Neurodivergent Affirming Care: Supporting Autistic Girls and Women
Audience:
School and Mental Health Professionals
Date:
January 23, 2026
9:30 AM – 11:00 AM (PST)
Format:
Online (Zoom)
Session Description
This online session focuses on neuroaffirming practices and building supportive, inclusive environments for autistic and neurodivergent youth.
Through discussion and real-world examples, participants gain insight into:
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Masking and its impacts
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Autistic burnout
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How autism may present in girls and gender-diverse youth
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Practical strategies to support neurodivergent individuals without forcing conformity to neurotypical norms
The session emphasizes understanding, respect, and empowerment, centering the lived experiences of neurodivergent people.
Presenter
Danielle Busayong
Neurodivergent AuDHD Speech-Language Pathologist
Danielle (Dani) Busayong is a neurodivergent AuDHD Speech-Language Pathologist who brings a holistic, strengths-based approach to communication support. Drawing on her own journey of self-discovery around neurodivergence and cultural identity, Dani collaborates with families and clients to define what meaningful communication looks like for them—rather than shaping individuals to fit a neurotypical mould.
Dani is deeply committed to empowering neurodivergent individuals in their right to communicate in ways that feel authentic and affirming.
Workshop Recording
📺 Session Recording
Presentation Slides
📄 Presentation Slides (PDF)
