Central MN Summit on Neurodiversity

The Central MN Summit on Neurodiversity is a forum for those interested in a respectful exchange of ideas and learning about neurodiversity, special education in Minnesota, and related topics of interest. The two-part conference offers a mix of keynotes, expert-led sessions, panel presentations, and peer-to-peer roundtable discussions.

This unique summit brings together Parents/Caregivers • Educators • School Counselors/Administrators • Children’s Advocates • Self-Advocates • College students studying in these areas • Allies of Neurodiverse Thinkers to provide a rich and unique opportunity to learn from each other and grow together as a Central MN community.

• FREE - Morning program, brought to you by PACER Center
• $55.00* - Afternoon program (includes a networking lunch, keynote Kate Swenson's presentation "The Secret World of Autism," meet-and-greet-book-signing and a panel discussion with area education professionals

Cancellation Policy: Summit registrations canceled on or before Oct. 15 are fully refundable. Registrations cancelled after Oct. 15 are no longer eligible for a refund.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Kate Swenson, the founder of Finding Cooper's Voice and nonprofit, The More Than Project, is a mother to four kids, a wife, and a proud Minnesotan. She writes and creates videos regularly about her life as a mother and an autism advocate for Facebook, Instagram, and her website, Finding Cooper's Voice. Her book, Forever Boy, A Mother's Memoir of Autism and Finding Joy, is available now and highlights the transformation that she went through after her son's diagnosis.

 SCHEDULE (detailed schedule coming soon) 

• 9 AM - Noon, Morning program sessions
• Noon - 5 PM, Afternoon program sessions

Lionseed Bookstore & Learning Commons
102 W. Summit St., Battle Lake, MN 56515

Kristin Sawyer Lyman, owner/executive director
Lionseed Bookstore & Learning Commons
(218) 210-0506 | info@thelionseed.com
www.thelionseed.com | www.facebook.com/thelionseed

*The Lionseed strives to make our offerings open and accessible to all. If cost is a barrier, or if you simply want to pitch in and support a great program, please inquire about our volunteer opportunities. You'll receive comp tickets as our heartfelt thank you for helping us continue to provide free and low-cost opportunities to the Central MN community.