ND Pride India

Welcome at Neurodiversity Pride India! 

ND Pride India is made by and for all neurodivergents and their allies. Everybody, of every neurotype, is welcome to join the celebration. 

Celebrate Neurodiversity and Embrace Your Uniqueness!

On June 16th, we celebrate the positive power of neurodiversity and embrace the differences of neurodivergent individuals. In 2024, India joins the ND Pride celebrations for the first time. It’s a day of pride, created for and by the community, and supported by our local projectleader Sachi Kaur and the Neurodiversity Foundation.  

What is Neurodiversity?

Neurodiversity is a concept that refers to the diverse ways in which brains function, perceive, and understand the world. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and appreciating the unique strengths and abilities that arise from neurological variations.

It advocates for providing the necessary support and accommodations to neurodivergent individuals so they can thrive in a society typically tailored to those who meet the norm. The core idea behind this concept is that this diversity is invaluable to society as a whole, even when it deviates from the conventional norm.

Autistics, ADHD individuals, gifted individuals, people with OCD, dyslexics (and many other neurodivergent groups) all possess unique thinking patterns, and their diversity and individuality enrich the world in many ways.

It is essential to acknowledge that neurodivergent individuals have something special to offer, and they may proudly embrace their own identity. Through Neurodiversity Pride, attention is drawn to this, both individually and collectively, both ceremonially and informally. Celebrate neurodiversity: Celebrate your own way!

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How to Participate

Watch the video to understand more. Aside the 5 local activities in India, you can also have a look at other options on the activity page with ideas for  neurodivergent people, for ND friends, and for neuroinclusive organizations or companies.

How to support

We are actively working on organizing a unique program for Indian neurodivergents and their allies, and we could really use your help.

For instance, by sharing information about the day and the activities, attending the flag raising ceremony, organizing additional events, participating in the online program with Indian speakers, providing extra practical support on the days themselves, sharing expertise and personal experiences—any form of support is welcome!

If you’d like to lend your support, please contact ND Pride India projectleader Sachi Kaur via india@neurodiversityprideday.com or for general question about the worldwide celebrations, contact the ND Pride team.

Activities

Program ND Pride India –  16 June 2024

ND Pride Flag Hoisting

We hope to be hoisting the first Neurodiversity Pride flags of India during this period in Mumbai and Bangalore, during the 5 ND Pride India Events in June. 

ND Pride Event - National Public School, Indiranagar | June 10th 2024

We expect ~1000 participants for this event. The structure of the event will be:
1) Playing the ND Pride Day video
2) A student speech on neurodiversity at the assembly
3) Hoisting the ND pride day flag
To read more about the National Public School, Indiranagar, click here https://www.npsinr.com/

ND Pride Event - Asha For Autism | June 15th 2024

We expect ~100 participants for this event. The structure of the event will be:
1) Playing the ND Pride Day video
2) Inviting speakers who are either experts in this space or caregivers or neurodivergent themselves to speak about their experiences
3) Hoisting the ND pride day flag
4) Fun activity to engage with neurodivergent individuals
To read more about Asha For Autism, click here https://www.ashaforautism.com/about-page

ND Pride Event - Fortitude Academy, Koramangala | June 23th 2024

We expect ~25 participants for this event. The structure of the event will be:
1) Playing the ND Pride Day video
2) Inviting speakers who are either experts in this space or caregivers or neurodivergent themselves to speak about their experiences
3) Hoisting the ND pride day flag
4) Fun activity to engage with neurodivergent individuals
To read more about the Fortitude Academy, Koramangala, click here https://thefortitudeacademy.in/

ND Pride Event - D G Khetan International School, Mumbai | June 18th 24

A 2 hour long program including playing the video, organising fun activities and a free-style dance game along with a speech by the Head of the School.

To read more about the D G Khetan International School, click here: https://dgkhetan.edu.in/

ND Pride Event - Embassy Pristine | June 22nd 2024

We expect ~60 participants for this event. The structure of the event will be:
1) Playing the ND Pride Day video
2) Inviting speakers who are either experts in this space or caregivers or neurodivergent themselves to speak about their experiences
3) Hoisting the ND pride day flag
To read more about Embassy Pristine, Iblur – residential apartments, click here https://www.embassypristine.com/

Neurodiversity Pride Day – June 16th – Main Keynote

Main Keynote

Each year, a daring pioneer of the neurodiversity movement shares a keynote adress. This year we are honored to have Dr Samantha Hiew speak. 

In recent years, the main keynotes were shared by ND Advocates Lyric Rivera, Judy Singer, Nancy Doyle and Jessica McCabe. In the 7th edition of Neurodiversity Pride Day, a new pioneer will share a talk; The keynote will be premiered on the youtube channel of the Neurodiversity Foundation.

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Contact

If your organisation needs more information, send a mail to info@neurodiversityprideday.com.

Add your activity

On the ‘get in touch’ page, you can add your own activity to the public schedule of ND Pride. To add your event to ND Pride India, please contact the team directly.

Download the logos and social media pack

Download the ND Pride logo’s and the social media pack with images in the Downloads page

Read about ND Pride Day

Read about Neurodiversity Pride Days at the FAQ page, or visit the pages of the 6 earlier editions.

Support the celebrations, create your own activity!

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How to celebrate neurodivergent pride? 

Check out other ways to celebrate during Neurodiversity Pride Week

ND Pride 

Neurodiversity Pride Day: 16 June 2024.

Neurodiversiteitsweekend – ND Pride Leiden: 14-16 June.

ND Pride Week: 10-17 June 2024.

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