From College to Careers: How West Chester University and NENPHL Are Opening Doors for Neurodivergent Talent
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A partnership between West Chester University's Dub-C Autism Program (D-CAP) and the Neurodiversity Employment Network of Philadelphia (NENPHL) is creating career opportunities for neurodivergent students through internships, networking events, and workplace experience. The collaboration has helped over 100 students since its inception and has led to successful career transitions, such as for Melena Walter, who found a path in nonprofit administration through her internship with NENPHL. The initiative fosters skill development, self-advocacy, and professional connections, bridging the gap between education and employment for neurodivergent individuals.
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