Esther Whitehead shares in this interview about Neurodiversity. We also find out about her life story and find out about her childhood and decision to move to New Zealand, how she got involved in Neurodiversity and what it is that we mean when talking about that term. In particular, what changes might be needed to expand our conversation? I really enjoyed my conversation with Esther and am sure you will as well. It is one of 200+ so be sure to check out some of the others at www.theseeds.nz
Dyslexia Foundation of NZ: https://www.dyslexiafoundation.org.nz/about.html
Earlier episode about Dyslexia as superpower https://seeds.libsyn.com/dyslexia-as-superpower-with-geoff-bone
Bio: Esther comes from a teaching background having taught primary, secondary, and adult students with learning differences in a variety of schools and workplace settings in several countries. Her passion is equity and diversity in learning, and Esther acts as a change-agent – leading professional development in these domains, particularly in workplace settings. She has worked as an independent educator and director of Education Centres in NZ, providing literacy and numeracy tutoring for students in consultation with parents, schools and Special Education Services. Esther manages the DFNZ and works closely with MoE and NZQA on select committees to address necessary changes in the system.
Email esther.whitehead@4d.org.nz
