A talk by Alexis Quinn
Friday, July 21st, 7.30pm
St Mark’s Church, Upper Hale

International speaker and neurodiversity expert Alexis Quinn will draw on the latest research and her lived experience to speak about:

• Neuro-affirming ways to think about difference and diversity;
• Autism and mental well-being;
• Common challenges faced by neurodivergent people and their families;
• How to helpfully support neurodiverse people.

Alexis Quinn is a former schoolteacher and professional athlete and the author of two books: her ground-breaking memoir Unbroken, and Autistic and Expecting, a guide for autistic parents-to-be. Alexis speaks globally on neurodivergence, mental well-being and building the right support. She works as Manager of the Restraint Reduction Network, is mother to two neurodivergent children and is studying for an MSc in Psychotherapy at University of Greenwich.

The talk is free and there will be a chance to ask questions. Alexis will also sign personalised copies of her book, Unbroken, at the discounted price of £10.

Rev’d Lesley Crawley said: “We are so fortunate to have Alexis to speak at St Mark’s and to give her expert insight into how we can best support neurodivergent people and their families. More and more research is being carried out into how the make-up of our brains affects our everyday lives and how our surroundings and interactions can have an impact on us. If we have a greater understanding of each other it can help us to be more accommodating and compassionate and also allow us to connect with greater authenticity.”

For further information, email admin@badshotleaandhale.org or call 07842761919.