New Way Forward - a virtual series operationalizing the work of EDIB into your everyday, nonprofit work.
Beyond Words: Harnessing Neuro-Inclusive Communication to Revolutionize Team Dynamics
Tired of burnout and miscommunication derailing your team’s potential? In this solutions-focused workshop, you’ll discover how the 4-D Model of Neuro-Inclusive Communication—a framework proven to enhance collaboration across neurotypes—can unlock your organization's productivity, creativity, and retention. Designed for nonprofit leaders committed to equity, this workshop meets teams where they are—no prior DEI experience required. Leave equipped to build cultures where neurodiversity fuels progress. Facilitated by Chris D. Hooten, M.A. (they/them), a nationally recognized neurodiversity strategist and 2024 LinkedIn Top Facilitation Voice, this session blends real-world insights from multiple 2024 neurodiversity in the workplace reports and recommendations from diverse neurodivergent leaders.
You’ll learn how to:
● Reduce miscommunication with neurodivergent-affirming strategies
● Identify and resolve common communication breakdowns across neurotypes
● Implement neuro-inclusive practices that honor diverse communication styles
● Shift from "fixing" to understanding by reframing differences as strengths
Facilitated by:
Chris D. Hooten, M.A. (they/them) is a nationally recognized Neurodiversity & Gender-Inclusive Strategist, Trainer, and Coach committed to helping workplaces build cultures where neurodivergent, gender-diverse, and historically marginalized leaders thrive. With over a decade of experience as an educator, policy designer, and equity consultant, Chris equips organizations with tools to dismantle barriers and amplify access. Their expertise bridges research and action, from co-creating neuro-inclusive workplace policies to leading award-winning workshops on accessibility and gender-affirming leadership. Recognized as a 2024 LinkedIn Top Facilitation Voice, Chris has trained 1,300+ professionals across sectors—including higher education, government agencies, and Fortune 500 companies—achieving measurable outcomes for forward-thinking organizations.
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Chris D. Hooten (they/them) stands confidently and smiles, facing the viewer, wearing a multicolored forest-green shirt dress with light green leaves, flowers, and stems embroidery. Soft natural light streams through nearby, illuminating their warm smile and the intricate details of their pink eyeshadow. A muted gray backdrop is behind them.
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