175: Beyond awareness: The story behind Understanding Zoe and the Power of Neurodiversity Week

Neurodiversity isn’t just a buzzword - it’s a movement. And during Neurodiversity Celebration Week, the world is paying attention. 

But beyond awareness, what does true inclusion look like? How do we build a society where all minds can thrive?

In this episode of The Essential Shift Podcast, Podcaster (and Content Marketer at Essential Shift) Mariah MacInnes interviews Laetitia, the founder of Understanding Zoe, to explore what it really means to create a more inclusive world for neurodivergent individuals. 

Laetitia shares her personal journey that led to the creation of this impactful platform, the biggest challenges and breakthroughs along the way, and the tangible steps businesses, schools, and communities can take to move from awareness to action.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, a leader, a parent, or simply someone who wants to be part of the change, this episode will give you practical insights and real-world examples of how embracing neurodiversity makes our world stronger.

If you LOVE the episode, don’t forget to share it on your Instagram stories and tag me @essential.shift!

✨Want to learn more about Understanding Zoe? CHECK IT OUT HERE


KEY EPISODE TAKEAWAYS

  • Why Neurodiversity Celebration Week matters and how it’s shifting global conversations

  • The personal journey behind Understanding Zoe - and why this work is so important

  • The biggest myths about neurodiversity that need to disappear

  • How businesses, schools, and individuals can go beyond awareness and create real change

  • Simple ways to take action and support neurodivergent individuals all year round

SHOW RESOURCES

  • Learn more about Understanding Zoe – HERE

  • Follow Understanding Zoe on TikTok - HERE 

  • Follow Understanding Zoe on LinkedIn - HERE

  • JOIN THE CIRCLE to connect and grow with other entrepreneurs -  HERE

  • Follow Laetitia on LinkedIn – HERE

  • Find me on Instagram – HERE

If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to share it on your Instagram stories and tag me @essential.shift!

Bless it be.

With love, Laetitia!




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