From Eight Voices to a Global Movement: ION’s Journey 2020–2026
In 2020, what began as a humble conversation between eight neurominority individuals with a shared belief in the value of neurodiversity, is now a vibrant global movement uniting 40,000 members and 300 active volunteers across more than 100 countries. Trace the Institute of Neurodiversity's remarkable journey of community-building, advocacy, and systemic impact as it champions understanding, respect, and inclusion for all neurominorities.
This article looks at how research can sometimes misunderstand and misinterpret neurodiversity, sharing why it matters to ask thoughtful questions about study design, methods, and interpretation. Explore how research can more accurately represent neurominority experiences and better support understanding, inclusion, and meaningful outcomes for the community.
You Are Not Just a Parent. You Are Part of a Global Movement
This article highlights the vital role parents and caregivers play in advancing neurodiversity understanding and inclusion beyond everyday family life. Read how lived experience and advocacy from parents are shaping a global movement that supports neurominority communities driving meaningful change for all.
Pioneering Neurodiversity in Financial Services: ION and GAIN Lead the Way in GRI Standards
A pioneering partnership between the Institute of Neurodiversity (ION) and GAIN, led by Kim Shah, ION Canada Lead, and Marilyn Swinney, GAIN’s Investment Chair, marks a significant step forward in embedding neurodiversity into the GRI Financial Sector Standards. The submission positions neuroinclusion as a core element of sustainable workforce practices, governance, and responsible capital allocation within financial services. Read more on this exciting collaboration.
This thought-provoking piece by Susan MacKay invites us to make 2026 the year we expand our understanding of neurodiversity — not just as a category of diagnosis, but as a fundamental way of being human that enriches teams, systems and societies. MacKay encourages us to move beyond narrow norms and to value diverse minds for the insights, creativity, and connection they bring.
There will be no ION Chat on the first Friday in January. We look forward to seeing you at the next ION Chat on
Friday, 6 February 2026, 10:30am - 11:30am UK London Time
Discover a virtual space where you can talk about what matters to you, hear from others, share your experiences, and connect on a deeper level. Register now to join us and become an ION individual member.
Institute of Neurodiversity, Global Office, London, England
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