Born To Stand Out: World Marks Neurodiversity Day

June 16 is marked as Neurodiversity Pride day which is part of a one-week celebration, aimed at celebrating individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders.

Neurodiversity refers to the acknowledgement that every brain works differently and that people perceive and respond to the world in different ways.

NCW( Neurodiversity Celebration Week) was founded in 2018 by a 16-year-old Autistic student following her experience with bullying and prejudice within the education system.

The day is aimed at transforming the role of educational institutions in the lives of neurodivergent individuals, by encouraging support, talent identification and creation of equitable cultures.

Neurodiversity celebrates individuals with Autism(ASD), ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Tourettes Syndrome, among other neurodevelopmental disorders.

This year marks the 7th commemoration with the theme 'Empowering Neuro-diverse voices: Building a culture of inclusion'.

Globally, over 650,000 students celebrate Neurodiversity Week, with organisations including the Royal Navy, the U.K.'s Ministry of Defence, AstraZeneca, and the London Stock Exchange participating in the event.

The Neurodiversity Pride Day website calls on everyone to celebrate neurodivergent individuals in their families, schools and workplaces on this day by "walking in their shoes" and celebrating their achievements and contributions to the modern world.

With the day being celebrated worldwide, it's a day created by and for neurodivergents and everyone who loves them.