Black, brilliant and dyslexic : neurodivergent heroes tell their stories / edited by Marcia Brissett-Bailey ; foreword by Atif Choudhury .

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Brissett-Bailey, Marcia, editor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Black people.

Dyslexia.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (265 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Distribution:

London : Bloomsbury Publishing (UK), 2024.

Place of Publication:

London : Jessica Kingsley Publishers Library , 2023.

System Details:

text file HTML

Summary:

My book showcases positive role models for black people and those within our wider dyslexic community and society, to inspire current and future generations.'This is a raw, honest and enlightening collection of experiences, across the black and dyslexic community, giving an intersectional perspective on topics including the education system, the workplace, daily life and entrepreneurship. These stories highlight the challenges, progress, successes and contributions of the black and dyslexic community, helping others to find their voice, feel empowered and be proud of their differences.It charts journeys from early childhood through to adulthood and, despite the lack of representation within the public arena, how black dyslexic people of all ages are changing the world.Raising awareness, breaking silences and tackling the stigma around dyslexia and the difficulties stemming from a lack of support. Contributors share how they tackled their unique adversities and provide practical tips for others to live proudly at the intersection of blackness and dyslexia.

Contents:

Intro

Black, Brilliant and Dyslexic

Cover

Of related interest

Title Page

Copyright

Contents

Foreword by Atif Choudhury

Acknowledgements

Introduction

About Dyslexia and Neurodiversity

1. Dyslexia and Me - Marcia Brissett-Bailey

2. Dyslexia to PhD - William Carter

3. Primary to Secondary School - Ayana Bailey

4. The Common Difference - Remi Ray

5. Dyslexic and Thriving - Oladoyin Idowu

6. If At First You Don't Succeed, Dust Yourself Off and Try Again - Leslie Lewis-Walker

7. The Jumbled Jammer - Winsome Duncan

8. Owning Your Dyslexic Superpower - Keisha Adair Swaby

9. Never Give Up Hope - Dr Tracy Johnson

10. Be Kind to Yourself - Natasha Gooden

11. Discovery of My Mind - Antonia Douglas

12. Dyslexia and Comedy - Angie Le Mar

13. The Dyslexic Millionaire - Rod Shields

14. Dyslexia - Zoe-Jane Littlewood

My Journey So Far

15. Life Living - Karinna Brown-Williams

16. Going the Extra Mile (Because I Had To) - Stefan Johnson

17. Healing and Honouring My Way to Dyslexia - Ruth-Ellen Danquah

18. Beyond Obstacles - Grace Macarthy

19. My Gift to Dyslexia - Dr Leonie Campbell

20. Lost, Now Found - Alex Onalaja Jr

21. The Only Way is Up, From Ds to Dyslexia - Lucita ComWillis-Paul

22. Resilience! - Alice Aggrey-Orleans

23. Achieving the Dream as a Dyslexic Person - Solomon Smith

24. How Dyslexia Changed My Life - Elizabeth Adjoa Marforwaah Takyi

25. The Teenage Years - Ella-May Bria

26. A Professional Perspective - Jannett Morgan

A Letter to My Friend

About the Author

Further Help and Support

Books/Blogs/Articles/Websites

About the Contributors

References

Index.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9781805016632

1805016636

9781839971341

1839971347

OCLC:

1355060798