NEN: Philadelphia Newsletter
May 2025
This newsletter seeks to connect our community and highlight the different things happening in neurodiversity & employment here and beyond.
| This newsletter seeks to engage our community and drive connection and opportunity across the network. NENPHL: Message from the Executive Director Hello Neuroinclusion Allies! Happy Pride Month! We celebrate the power of authenticity and affirm the importance of inclusive communities where all individuals—neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, and beyond—are seen, respected, and supported in every aspect of life and work. Spring 2025 was a season of momentum. From Neurodiversity Celebration Week through Autism Acceptance Month, our network was active and energized: Launched the Early Career Professionals track with First Steps to Financial and Holistic Wellness at WCUPA Convened our first Internship Development Roundtable at MEA, strengthening bridges between employers and early talent Brought entrepreneurial focus to the forefront with the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Summit at Villanova Featured as the highlighted nonprofit by Challenger Grey Amplified voices and stories through the AAM Spotlight Series and our Expanding Impact Campaign The momentum continued into late spring with meaningful events designed to support both employers and future professionals: Partnered with CHOP and Philly SHRM for Fostering Inclusive Workplaces, offering HR leaders practical strategies for neuroinclusion Closed the season with our Connect & Learn Meet Up, where students practiced networking in a safe, supportive environment built for skill-building and confidence We’re now looking ahead: Summer Series kicks off July 16 at Saxby’s–Drexel, with August sessions at Cleanlogic and VFES Our EAF 2025 Grant Project is underway—expanding our website to strengthen collaboration and better map Philadelphia’s neurodiversity and employment ecosystem. As part of that project, we’re currently interviewing candidates for three new part-time roles to begin this summer Thank you for being part of this movement. Keep reading to see what’s next. 🔗 Follow us on LinkedIn to stay connected! In gratitude, Laura Sibbald McAnulty Executive Director, NENPHL laura@nenphl.org |
| Autism Acceptance Month Roundup |
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| Check out the trailblazers, educational programs, service providers, and future builders who were spotlighted during Autism Acceptance Month! Read more | Expanding Impact Campaign Thank you for supporting our ability to host events, facilitate partnerships, and map the ND employment ecosystem of Philadelphia! |
| Network News and Updates |
 NENPHL was honored to be featured by Challenger Grey during their Tell 2 Friends Networking Event! Read more  Learn how NEN’s Innovation & Entrepreneurship Summit at Villanova School of Business brought together bold ideas, authentic stories, and a powerful community of neurodivergent innovators. Read more  Fostering Inclusive Workplaces for Neurodiverse Talent wasn’t just another professional development event—it was a meaningful opportunity for HR and business leaders to engage deeply with the benefits of neuroinclusion—and to leave with concrete ideas for implementation. Read more  NEN had a great morning at West Chester University of Pennsylvania for Neurodiversity Employment Network’s Connect and Learn in partnership with DCAP and Drexel University! Learn more  Thanks to a grant from the Eagles Autism Foundation, NENPHL is currently interviewing for Web Design and Development Positions. Thank you to all those who applied. More to come! |
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