11:21, 30 September 2024
Words by Abi Scaife, Staff Writer, London
The Coalition Neurodivergent Peru (CNP) is an advocacy group that hosts picnics in Lima to provide safe spaces for neurodivergent people.
They aim to end discrimination with their meet-ups, by encouraging neurodivergent people to socialise without the pressures of social norms. The events are for people of all ages to feel part of a family and enjoy the company of others.
It’s so important to raise awareness of neurodivergence, but also to make space for neurodivergent people.
“Our positive message to the world is that it is okay to be different,” says co-founder Mayra Orellano.
Watch the video above to find out more about The Coalition Neurodivergent Peru (CNP)!
At Smiley Movement, we like to elevate the work of charities across the world. Here are three charities whose causes align with the themes in this article.
The Brain Charity. The Brain Charity provides free support for carers, friends and family of people with any form of neurological condition. Support them here.
The ADHD Foundation. This is a charity focusing on supporting and educating those with neurodivergence, including ADHD. Find out more here.
ADHD UK. This charity exists to help people with ADHD thrive, positively changing what it means to have ADHD in the UK. Learn more here.
This article aligns with the UN SDGs Good Health and Wellbeing.
