{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Creating and hosting inclusive and accessible events: Non-negotiables and uncovering your unique 'why' with Katie Koullas","description":"Creating truly inclusive, accessible events is possible, practical and powerful... and not optional! In this incredibly insightful and delightful chat with Katie Koullas from Yellow Ladybugs, she shares the non-negotiables of creating inclusive events, and big ideas around building your unique event that is just what your community needs. &amp;nbsp; &quot;Accessibility is about removing barriers, but inclusion is about belonging and safety once you\u2019re there.&quot;&amp;nbsp;\u2013 Katie Koullas &amp;nbsp; In this guest speaker chat we cover: \u2022 How to define your non-negotiables and articulate a clear 'why' that guides every event decision \u2022 Practical choices that shape accessibility and felt-safety, from venue and timing to sensory supports and communication that respects capacity \u2022 Ways to test interest, gather useful feedback, and move through impostor syndrome while protecting your energy and boundaries Links &amp;amp; Resources mentioned  Yellow Ladybugs \u2013 Autistic-led charity supporting autistic girls, women and gender diverse people \u2013 &amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.yellowladybugs.com.au\/ Local Connect (Yellow Ladybugs) \u2013 Find and connect with neurokin in your area \u2013 &amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.yellowladybugs.com.au\/Connect\/LocalConnect Neurodivergent Business Collective \u2013 Adina's membership and community for Neurodivergent business owners, where sealed-section episodes (including the juciest parts of Katie's chat!) and loads more support and resources live \u2013 &amp;nbsp;https:\/\/differentlyaligned.com\/neurodivergent-business-collective\/ Book Adina mentioned: Priya Parker, The Art of Gathering \u2013 Purposeful, people-centred approaches to events \u2013 &amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.priyaparker.com\/book-art-of-gathering Differently Aligned Podcast - For Neurodivergent Business Owners -&amp;nbsp; https:\/\/differentlyaligned.com\/podcast\/ Exploring Neurodiversity Podcast - for adults who support neurodivergent children - https:\/\/playlearnchat.com\/exploring-neurodiversity-podcast\/  ","author_name":"Exploring Neurodiversity with Adina Levy from Play. Learn. Chat","author_url":"http:\/\/www.playlearnchat.com\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/38336750\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/193472400"}