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Diversifying Our Library

#DivergentMinds Digital Exhibition

Poster for divergent minds

About the Festival

Do you have a creative piece you'd like to share with the world?

The #DivergentMinds project could be just right for you!

When: Each year, ATU Sligo, NCI, NCAD, CCT, DkIT, and DCU collaborate on an Autism Acceptance Festival. In2025, this will take place from 24th - 27th March. The #DivergentMinds Digital Exhibition is part of this Festival. 

What: "Divergent Minds" is a digital exhibition showcasing neurodivergent students' creative work on social media and other digital platforms collected under the hashtag #DivergentMinds.

Who: YOU! Neurodivergent students of all kinds are invited to submit a creative piece (e.g. poetry, prose, blogs, visual arts such as paintings, photos, video, etc).

Format Information: Images/Videos should be as high resolution/as big as possible/ stick with common file types such as JPG, PNG, MP3, MP4, PDF or Word. If sending text feel free to formal it/tailor it to your preferences but also include a plain text version for us. 

Why: To demonstrate the variety and creativity of our neurodivergent community. 

How: Email your submission to Kate.OBrien@ncirl.ie or Atlanta.McGloin@atu.ie

Deadline: Friday 14th February 2025

Notes: Your submission can be anonymous, or we can include your name - just let us know your preference here (anonymous will be the default, unless we hear otherwise from you). If you are autistic, and wish to let us know, we will use the #AcutallyAutistic hashtag on your work.

 

 


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