18005: Co-Creating Inclusive Academia: A Participatory Approach to Neurodivergent Scholars’ Flourishing

Monday, July 28, 2025

13:45 - 15:15 CEST (GMT+2)

Location: Bella Center: Hall B- B2-m4

Session Type: Caucus
Shareable link: https://cdmcd.co/D8EDR8

Organizer(s)

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Cat Spellman

-, United Kingdom
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Raysa Geaquinto Rocha

U. of Essex, United Kingdom

Distinguished Speaker(s)

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Elena P. Antonacopoulou

American University of Beirut Mediterraneo, Cyprus
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Joan F. Marques

Woodbury U., United States
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Sharda Nandram

Nyenrode Business U., Netherlands

Facilitator(s)

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Eva Peters

Singapore Management U.

Panelist(s)

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Marcia D'Angelo

FUCAPE Business School

Discussant(s)

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Florian Kragulj

Vienna University of Economics and Business, Austria

This Caucus explores co-designed strategies for fostering flourishing workplaces for neurodivergent academics. Integrating spiritual principles, EDI theories, and participatory design, we combine experiential learning and practical strategies to enhance resilience, inclusivity, and community building. The session will include co-design activities, collaborative dialogue, and actionable approaches for integrating neurodiversity in academic environments.