Photovoice: Neurodivergent Students’ Experiences
This photography exhibit provides a window into what it means to be a neurodivergent student on campus. Neurodiversity is a term that refers to the fact that there are naturally occurring variations in the ways that people think, learn, and interact with the world. “Neurodivergent” is a nonmedial, umbrella term describing individuals whose brains function differently from the “neurotypical” majority. Typically included are autism, ADHD, and specific learning disorders (e.g., dyslexia, dysgraphia).
This project used a photovoice approach, a photography-based participatory research method, where students were invited to take photographs that represented the unique strengths that come with neurodivergence, how neurodivergence helps students succeed, and also the unique challenges and barriers to success that neurodivergent students may face.
The photos you see here represent the final stage of this photovoice project. Students worked with the research team to select the photographs and reflections. As you explore the exhibit, we invite you to reflect on your own identities and experiences at Lehigh, and think about ways we can become a more inclusive community.
PHOTOS COMING SOON