Hannah Litt: Intersectionality and Support - Celebrating South Asian Heritage Month

Neurodiversity with Theo Smith

In this podcast episode, Theo Smith interviews Hannah Litt, a neurodivergent advocate, about her experiences with ADHD and OCD.

Hannah discusses the importance of intersectionality and the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in navigating systems that were not built for them.

She emphasizes the need for validation, support, and understanding from both organizations and communities. Hannah also highlights the impact of past trauma and the role of parents in advocating for their neurodivergent children.

She calls for empathy, equity, and an intersectional approach in creating inclusive environments for everyone.

Keywords: neurodiversity, intersectionality, ADHD, OCD, support, validation, trauma, education system, parents, organisations, empathy, equity, inclusion

Takeaways

• Validation and support are crucial for neurodivergent individuals in navigating systems that were not built for them.
• Intersectionality is important in understanding the unique experiences of neurodivergent individuals from different backgrounds.
• Parents play a vital role in advocating for their neurodivergent children and creating a supportive environment.
• Organisations should prioritise empathy, equity, and inclusion to support neurodivergent employees.
• Education systems need to provide better support and resources for neurodivergent students.
• There is a need for greater awareness, education, and understanding of neurodiversity in communities and organisations.

You can find out more about Hannah and her work here:

https://hannahlitt.com/