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Despite years of policy reform, well‑intentioned strategies and passionate professionals, inclusion in education is still not working as well as it should. For many neurodivergent children and young people, the system continues to be something they must survive rather than thrive within. The consequences of this failure are profound, often affecting mental health, self‑esteem, educational outcomes and long‑term life chances.

The festive season is upon us, a time for laughter, socialising, and perhaps one too many mince pies! But for many, it can also bring its own challenges. Changes in routine, over-stimulation, or the absence of loved ones can make Christmas feel overwhelming.

I spent most of my childhood, teens, and early twenties believing there was a finish line called perfect. A place where I’d finally feel “enough,” where my brain would stop offering uninvited commentary. Spoiler: the finish line is fictional. I’d been training for a race no one had ever actually won. It wasn’t until my mid-twenties, sitting across from a psychologist who delivered one of the most quietly revolutionary sentences of my life, that everything shifted: “Perfect do

You know when something should be simple… and then it just isn’t? That was me a few weeks ago, popping into a local pharmacy for a flu jab I’d pre-booked.

At Collectively Diverse, we’re always looking for ways to make sure our work reflects our values: inclusion, accessibility, and quality. Rather than tearing things down and starting over, we’ve tweaked and polished our brand so that it’s more accessible, more engaging, and still unmistakably “us.”

It’s been a full and inspiring few months here at Collectively Diverse C.I.C., and I wanted to share a little update about what I’ve...

In this episode, Liz reflects on her personal and professional journey through the lens of neurodiversity, weaving together lived experience, teaching, parenting, sports coaching and academic research. It's an open, insightful conversation that shines a light on the challenges and strengths of living and learning with dyslexia and ADHD.

At Collectively Diverse, we recently came across a powerful piece of guidance from Devon Partnership NHS Trust while preparing new training materials. Titled “Words Matter: Language around Suicide and Self-Harm – Staff Guidance,” 

But sometimes, it’s not about doing more. Sometimes, it’s about being still — and allowing your mind and body a moment of calm.

Tonight on BBC 5 Live Sport, Katie Smith presented Wired for Sport, a compelling deep dive into neurodiversity in elite athletes. The programme featured candid interviews with footballer Lucy Bronze and tennis player Jenson Brooksby, opening up long overdue conversations in sport and society alike.

Young people’s mental health has never been more topical.

We are thrilled to announce that Collectively Diverse has been officially incorporated as a Community Interest Company (C.I.C.).

This week marks Neurodiversity Celebration Week, a global initiative founded in 2018 by the inspiring Siena Castellon.

Research shows that neurodivergent people are disproportionately represented in two places: prisons and entrepreneurial success stories.

Education, like many things, moves through trends and fads.

At Collectively Diverse, we believe in continuous learning and growth to better support individuals and communities.

At Collectively Diverse, we often talk about the importance of fostering inclusion, sharing knowledge, and creating meaningful connections.

One of the most fundamental aspects of creating an inclusive and effective workplace is fostering an environment where people feel able...

Diverse runners finishing a race Sport has the power to bring people together, boost confidence, and improve overall wellbeing. However,...

Over the past few months, we’ve been trialling IDL (International Dyslexia Learning)  in various ways to support children with their...