Introduction

We appreciate your interest in the Black Diverse Learners Research and Systems Mapping project in the Hamilton/Halton Region. Our team of Black researchers are excited to learn about your experiences and recommendations.

We encourage all Black neurodivergent youth, as well as parents, caregivers, siblings, disability specialists, community educators, and  Black community organizations, to participate. 

Please register for one of our safe and confidential focus groups or interviews. You will be compensated $50 honoria.

The Project: Black peer researchers with disabilities (16-30 years old) in the Halton–Hamilton region collaborate with the Ase Community Foundation for Black Canadians with Disabilities, Centre for Diverse Learners, and Afro-Canadian Caribbean Association of Hamilton.
This systems mapping project aims to:
a) identify structural and systemic barriers within the educational systems and community supports
b) document system navigation strategies, successes and challenges.
b) Inform system-based solutions and approaches that are Black youth-focused, culturally relevant, and accessible.



We want to create a fully accessible and comfortable experience for everyone. Please let us know if you need accommodation or other support. This may include questions in advance, ASL, a support person, etc. 
 For accommodations, email research@asecommunityfoundation.com

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* 1. First name

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* 2. Last name

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* 3. Email

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* 4. Phone number

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* 5. Preferred method of communication

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* 6. I currently live or work in the Hamilton/Halton Region in Canada

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* 7. In this research, we use the term "diverse learner" to mean anyone who is neurodivergent or has a learning disability. They can be diagnosed, undiagnosed, or misdiagnosed. and include, but are not limited to:

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder): Hard time focusing on one thing or getting things completed in a “traditional” way. This can look like jumping from task to task, learning better when moving around or fidgeting, acting without thinking, talking a lot, etc. (Also sometimes known as ADD)

Dyslexia: Hard time reading and spelling both words and numbers. This can include reading or seeing mixed-up letters, numbers, and words.

Autism: Brain differences that may look like differences in communication and the way someone talks with others; restricted or repetitive (over and over again) behaviours or interests; and different ways of learning, moving, or paying attention

Mental health that affects learning, such as sadness, depression, mood swings, and anxiety

Non-verbal learning disorders

Oral, Written, and Reading Language Disorders: Hard time talking, writing, and reading

Auditory processing disorders: Hard time recognizing and understanding sounds
Language processing disorders: Hard time identifying and understanding words and language
Visual perceptual/visual motor deficit: Hard time identifying and understanding things you see



Please let us know how you identify.


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