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The Northern California Neurodiversity & Disability Symposium is returning to Chico State on February 7, 2025! Join us for a powerful, single-day program packed with resources and insightful sessions from some of the nation's leading voices in neurodiversity and disability advocacy.🎟 Early Bird Registration: $165
(after Jan. 1, price increases to $195)
🎟 Chico State Faculty, Staff, & Students: $50
(limited to 75 attendees total)
🎟 Group Registration: 15% discount
(for groups with 11 or more attendees)
🎟 FNRC Clients: $25
(with approval)
👉 Visit rce.csuchico.ed/nds to register, starting October 15!
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Keynote Speakers:
🔊 Jennifer White-Johnson—Disabled, Neurodivergent, & Afro-Latina Artist, Activist, Designer, & Educator
🔊 Eric Garcia—Author of "We're Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation" & Washington Bureau Chief at the Independent
Featured Guests Include:
John Marble
Alex Plank
Dr. Josie Blagrave
Blake Warner, M.A.
… and more!
Who should attend?
Folks who identify as Neurodivergent and/or Disabled; Psychologists; Marriage & Family Therapists; Social Workers; Educators; Students; School Counselors; Behavioral Health Professionals; Nurses; Physicians; Emergency Responders; Children’s Advocates; Caregivers & Parents—anyone that could benefit from resources and information on neurodiversity & disability advocacy.
What is the Neurodiversity & Disability Symposium at Chico State?
We aim to amplify the voices of those who identify as Neurodivergent and/or Disabled in the North State through educating and empowering community members, families, service providers, and fellow educators across our region—and beyond! This is a Chico State Professional & Continuing Education produced event, in collaboration with Chico State Kinesiology Faculty & Autism Clinic Director, Dr. Josie Blagrave, and the Chico State Neurodiversity & Disability Faculty & Staff Association.
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Neurodiversity & Disability Pre-Symposium Events
Thursday, February 6, 2025 • Chico State Campus
Visit rce.csuchico.edu/nds for full details
📣 Calling All Service Providers!
1–4 PM • Registration Required
rce.csuchico.edu/nds
We invite service providers in employment, education, healthcare, housing, and more to collaborate, share best practices, and build partnerships that support Neurodivergent and Disabled individuals across Northern California. Hosted by Dr. Josie Blagrave, this event fosters innovation and strengthens connections across fields. Join us!
🎨 Artist Meet & Greet with Jennifer White-Johnson
5:30–7 PM • BSO Gallery (Ayers 105) • Free & Open to the Public
Meet acclaimed artist Jennifer White-Johnson and explore her powerful work on accessibility, identity, and social justice. Her art will be featured at the BSO Gallery throughout the week of February 3, open Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM.
🎬 Movie Screening: Ezra
7 PM • Laxson Auditorium
1 Ticket Included with Each Paid Registration • Guest Tickets: $5 (purchase details TBA)
Enjoy the heartfelt film Ezra (2023), followed by a chance to meet with the producer/autism advocate, Alex Plank.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
400 W 1st St, Chico, CA, United States, California 95929
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