On April 12, 2023, we hosted a panel discussion featuring three queer clinicians with experience working with neurodivergent and gender expansive individuals, including: Kelly Coburn PhD, CCC-SLP (they/them), Assistant Professor in the Department of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology at Towson University Rachel Martin, Psy. S., NCSD (she/they), school psychologist for the Ohio School for the … Continue reading Event Recap: The Intersection of Neurodivergence and Gender Expansiveness
Event Recap: SLP Clinical Fellowship Panel
On February 16th, we were joined by three SLPs for a panel discussion on the process of preparing for a clinical fellowship (CF) position in speech-language pathology. Here are some highlights of their advice: Job Search and Application Tips Consider your priorities: Do you care about work-life balance? Salary? Productivity expectations? Location and cost-of-living? Mentorship … Continue reading Event Recap: SLP Clinical Fellowship Panel
Event Recap: Takeaways from “Working with Pediatric and/or Bilingual Populations as a Queer Clinician” Panel
On Dec. 14, 2022, we hosted a panel discussion featuring four incredible queer clinicians with experience working both with the pediatric and bilingual populations. The aim of the event was to answer questions like the following What are some challenges that may arise from professionals and students at the pediatrics-bilingual intersection? How do we interact … Continue reading Event Recap: Takeaways from “Working with Pediatric and/or Bilingual Populations as a Queer Clinician” Panel
Event Recap: WPATH Discussion on Standards for Becoming a Gender-Affirming Voice Clinician
In November, we hosted a discussion on the WPATH Standards of Care 8, and their new guidance for the education and training of voice & communication professionals that assist with voice training for transgender and gender diverse people. WPATH is the World Professional Association for Transgender Health. Founded in 1979, they publish Standards of Care … Continue reading Event Recap: WPATH Discussion on Standards for Becoming a Gender-Affirming Voice Clinician
Advocacy In Action: How to Support Transgender People in Your State
Connor Mahon, LGBTQ+ CSD Student Association President, shares why SLPs and SLP students can be strong advocates for the rights of transgender and gender diverse people, and ways to advocate at the state, local, and institutional levels. Read their article in the National NSSLHA Blog, available online. Read more in the national nsslha blog
Discriminatory Universities List
To mitigate damage caused by the continued accreditation of universities in violation of the ASHA Code of Ethics rules regarding anti-discrimination, we have compiled a list of universities offering degree programs in communication sciences and disorders and a documented history of discriminatory behavior towards LGBTQ+ individuals, as compiled by the Campus Pride Index. Have your … Continue reading Discriminatory Universities List
LGBTQ+ CSDSA 