Lindsey Childe (they/she) is a 2Spirit person of Anishinaabe and settler descent from Treaty No. 1. Lindsey has worked with St.Amant for over a decade, currently as a Psychology Technician for Jordan’s Principle where they support children with acute behavioural needs around the province of Manitoba. Lindsey is also an Education Facilitator for Dragonfly Teachings with the Women’s Health Clinic where they provide training workshops to healthcare professionals on methods of providing Indigenous-based and trauma-informed supports to parents experiencing miscarriage and babies born to spirit. Lindsey is neurodivergent and lives with chronic illnesses that have evolved over their life, providing them with a unique perspective on supporting others, while accommodating their own needs in the workplace. Their goal is to support the community, encourage the use of Indigenous perspectives of healing and trauma in the world of Psychology, and to advocate for ethical accommodations and inclusion for everyone. In their down time, they love to read, watch Sc-fi, listen to music, and swim whenever they can. They also have a wonderful seven-year-old child and three pets that overstimulate them just the right amount.
Breakout Session:
Canary in the Coal Mine: The Power of Professionals with “Invisible Disabilities” in the Workplace
This presentation will revolve around the importance of including the perspective of neurodivergent people or those with “invisible disabilities” within their organizations. It will explain what neurodivergency and “invisible disabilities” may look like in the workplace, and shine light on how when the needs of this community are accommodated, it often leads to positive workplace cultural changes that benefit entire organizations. This presentation will express compassionately and effectively supporting oneself, those someone may work with, and those someone may supervise that live with “invisible disabilities”. It will describe how management can spot signs of an employee in need of support and how to help them long-term in order to sustain their employment and personal health. The presentation will also include how folks working and living with “invisible disabilities” can seek support from their workplace, and how to advocate for their needs.
