We research and speak widely on the subject of design and neurodiversity, often in collaboration with neurodivergent self-advocates and occupational therapists. Here you’ll find recordings of those talks, and other resources for learning more.

VCA’S LECTURES AND PANELS

Design for Neurodiversity
Given at the New York City Center for Architecture (2022)

Design, Process + Practice for the Neurodivergent Workplace
Given at Thomas Jefferson University Neurodiversity and the Built Environment Symposium (2022)

Graduation Address
given at Quad Preparatory School (2021)

Introduction to Neurodiversity for Architects
given as part of the Society for College and University Planning’s webinar series (2021)

Designing Neuroinclusive Learning Spaces
given at Thomas Jefferson University’s Neurodiversity Symposium (2020)


OUR READING LIST

Books and websites for learning more, compiled by VCA, neurodivergent advocates Rachel Updegrove and Ev Smith, and occupation therapist Cait Rosica.