SLINeurodiversity

17/04/2026

17/04/2026

We woke up at 5 am and left on time for airport! Yay us!



ID: 1) close-up of Amanda’s hand holding a large chai latte in front of her carry-on bags. Nails are painted periwinkle blue since she wasn’t interpreting or presenting this week. 2) smiling airport selfie of Amanda wearing her SLINeurodiversity shirt with a denim jacket

16/04/2026

My heart is so full after spending the week in Knoxville at the conference! 🤟🏻

I love spending time with interpreters, TODs, SLPs, and other professionals who are passionate about language access for Deaf children.

I also had the opportunity to see one of Laura’s former students who joined us in Singapore. 🤟🏻



ID: first photo is wall mural of a “Welcome to Knoxville” post card. Next three photos are selfies with Sara (Language Priority), Kimberly (Language 1st), & Mikelea (Bethel alumn). Final photo is a night photo of vibrant chalk art of the brain and nervous system.

16/04/2026

Inclusive Communication Services recently published a blog post about imposter syndrome in interpreters.

1️⃣ How does imposter syndrome affect you?

2️⃣ Do you think neurodivergent and neurotypical interpreters experience imposter syndrome differently?

3️⃣ What are your strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome?

Have you ever walked out of an assignment, replayed every single choice you made, and concluded you had absolutely no business being there?

15/04/2026

15/04/2026

Amanda & Celena will be co-presenting, “Navigating the Nuance: Language Variation, Trauma, & Systems in Interpreting” at the NAIE this summer!

Check out the NAIE website for the full workshop description and the presenter line-up. It’s an honor to be apart of such an wonderful group! 🤟🏻

Get ready to unleash your potential! Our Conference Workshops are designed to inspire, educate, and empower you to create a brighter future. Learn more about our conference workshops by visiting https://naiedu.org/conference2026/2026-workshops

14/04/2026

Through deaf eyes: factors influencing suicidal behavior among deaf adults https://academic.oup.com/jdsde/advance-article/doi/10.1093/jdsade/enag009/8572449?searchresult=1

13/04/2026

Fantastic article about neurodivergence in the workplace!

Fun fact: Amanda knows one of the interviewees- Kristin Austin- in real life! They met through their local Buy Nothing group and are both fans of *the* Ohio State.

https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/audhd-job-interviews-neurodivergence-hiring-bias-2026_uk_69ca8d7ce4b09eec10e05b32?fbclid=IwdGRleARKL45leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe-SGKm5zm5rFjW9W7TU9Ip_hYLV6biou9PxtF-2IZDFvN6p37T_eqeCU7YVI_aem_iyaL_Y3wHggg5Dc5e8kYYA #

For neurodivergent candidates, the "correct" answers to interview questions can feel like a lie.

10/04/2026

Amanda wouldn't come to East Tennessee without visiting her alma mater! Before the Language First Conference, she is looking forward to catching up with her MC community and meeting current students. 🤟

ID: colorful spring-inspired graphic advertising a Meet & Greet with Amanda on April 14, 2026, 9-10 am at the Vienna Coffee on the Maryville College campus.

08/04/2026

Wings for All is coming back to Dulles Airport on Saturday April 18th!

We’re excited to partner once again with The Arc of Loudoun, Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, and United Airlines to bring you this incredible event at IAD! Wings for All offers families and aviation professionals the chance to practice navigating air travel, including an airport "rehearsal" and a presentation on aircraft features and in-flight safety protocols. It’s the perfect opportunity to help everyone take to the skies with confidence!

Registration ASAP for next weekend's event at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/wingsforall/event/wingsforall-april182026/