April is Neurodiversity Celebration Month and in recognition, Amanda Kennon and Dr. Laura Polhemus will be presenting an expanded version of their workshop, Beyond the Spectrum: An Introduction to Neurodiversity in the Interpreting Profession. This three-part workshop series will help interpreters expand their knowledge about neurodiversity and the neurodivergent community through a combination of lecture, group discussions, Communities of Practice, and panel discussion.

April is Neurodiversity Celebration Month and in recognition, Amanda Kennon and Dr. Laura Polhemus will be presenting an expanded version of their workshop, Beyond the Spectrum: An Introduction to Neurodiversity in the Interpreting Profession. This workshop series will help interpreters expand their knowledge about neurodiversity and the neurodivergent community through a combination of lecture, group discussions, Communities of Practice, and panel discussion.

As part three of a three-part series, this workshop series will conclude with the Beyond the Spectrum: Community Voices with Deaf neurodivergent individuals sharing their experiences and perspectives as consumers, interpreters, and educators through a facilitated discussion. This webinar has been approved for 0.2 PS PPO RID CEUs at the Little/None content knowledge level.

This activity has been approved for 0.4 RID PS CEUs at the little/none content knowledge level. How can we gently alleviate chronic or acute pain? Can we prevent repetitive motion injuries? What about posture? Many interpreters are seated for prolonged periods of time - whether during travel, at their workstations, or within certain job environments. This webinar offers an exciting exploration of somatic movements tailored to be performed independently, whether seated or standing. Through these practices, interpreters can proactively enhance their well-being, ensuring longevity and effectiveness in their profession.