The newly formed UCD Library Green Group wanted to foster cross campus collaboration as they believed this would assist in realising their green goals. They saw the Learning Enhancement Project as a direct route to the student cohort who, motivated by their passion for the planet, would be willing to help the Library with this task.
Initiative
Creating a NeuroInclusive Postgraduate Research Student Experience
About this initiative
This project aims to explore the lived experiences of neurodivergent postgraduate research students to co-design more inclusive and supportive academic environments. As increasing numbers of students identify as neurodivergent—such as autistic, ADHD, dyslexic, or otherwise cognitively diverse—there remains a significant gap in institutional understanding of their needs, especially within postgraduate research, where autonomy and unstructured expectations can heighten barriers. The project was initiated in response to ongoing feedback from neurodivergent students and wider national conversations about equity in higher education. It is grounded in the principles of participatory research and universal design, with a commitment to centring neurodivergent voices in shaping policy and practice.
Lead organisations
Affiliated organisations
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Initiative details
Funding programmes SATLE
Status
completedActivity type
lepAward year
2024End year
2025