Exploring Internalised Ableism: Insights from a registered Blind AuDHD Rhino
09 Apr 2024
Exploring Internalised Ableism: Insights from a registered Blind AuDHD Rhino with Jamie Shields on Thursday, 18 April (Online)
The Neurodiversity Network presents Jamie Shields (He/Him) as he delves into the concept of internalised ableism and its manifestation in our daily lives on Thursday, 18 April 12 -1pm.
Drawing from his personal experiences as a registered blind person with AuDHD, Jamie engages with the Neurodivergent Network and Disabled Staff Network at the University of Manchester to shed light on how internalised ableism impacts individuals and communities. Discover actionable steps to challenge preconceptions, foster inclusivity and cultivate understanding in our shared spaces.
This talk welcomes members, allies, and anyone interested in gaining insights into neurodivergence and the diverse lived experiences of neurodivergent and disabled individuals.
Jamie’s talk will last for approximately 60 minutes, and there will then be an opportunity for the audience to ask questions following the talk.
The talk will be recorded for distribution, and an option to register for the recording only is available.
Biography
'Hi, My name's Jamie. I’m a self-described Registered Blind AuDHD Rhino, Rhinos are just chubby unicorns with bad eyesight, don’t believe me, google it! They really do have bad eyesight. I was born with a hereditary eye condition called Ocular Albinism with Nystagmus. Or in non-medical terms, I am the same as an albino, only with pigmentation, and my eyes like to go for uncontrolled walks or dances. I spent years being Disabled by society. As an adult, I was diagnosed with Autism and ADHD, which finally helped me see things a little clearer, excuse the pun. We live in a society that Disables. A society that views Disability as a problem to solve, rather than part of the human experience and part of the Solution. I am listed as one of the 100 most Influential Disabled People in the UK, I’m an award-winning ERG Lead and I’m passionate about using my lived experience to create change. Just like a rhino can change an ecosystem I believe Disabled People can change the cultures that Disable us.'
The Neurodiversity Network
The Neurodiversity Network is a part of the Disabled Staff Network at The University of Manchester and is open to anyone who has or considers themselves to be neurodivergent or their allies who work at the university. The network co-ordinators are Matthew Harrison, and Katherine (Katy) Twomney. They can be contacted via DSNetwork@manchester.ac.uk, or directly.
You can self-enrol as follows: