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Calgary Event Shaping - Neurodivergent Market

Neurodivergent Market Expo – Interest & Alignment Questionnaire

Welcome! You’re seeing this questionnaire because you’re being invited into the shaping of an intentional, inclusive, and marketable event designed for Neurodivergent creators and their communities.
The Neurodivergent-Accessible Market & Creative Expo is a new kind of event that blends sensory-aware design, artisan sales, creative experiences, and mentorship opportunities, — all with clear expectations, thoughtful pacing, and community in mind. As the initiative develops, specific zones and accessibility features may be supported by aligned sponsors or community partners.
What is Neurodivergence?

Neurodivergence (ND) refers to the natural variations in the human brain. It is an umbrella term including Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, and more.

Sensory Needs: Every brain has a “sensory threshold.” For many ND individuals, the environment (lights, sounds, textures) isn’t just background noise—it is active data that must be processed. When the data load is too high, it leads to “sensory overload,” which can cause shut-down or burnout.

My name is Matheu wright of the Divergent Collective, this initiative comes from the desire to create spaces and platforms where other Neurodivergent creatives can bypass some of the barriers which prevent us from contributing. Together we can all find meaningful expression

Markets can be exciting — and they can also be exhausting.
This initiative exists because many artists, makers, and community members want to participate in creative spaces without overstimulation or burning themselves out.

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By answering these questions you are: helping shape what the event becomes,
ensuring it reflects lived experience, and participating as an early voice that future vendors and community members will look to.
There are no right or wrong answers here. This short questionnaire helps us understand how to design markets, mentorships, and environments that work better for real people.
This is not a commitment, application, or agreement. It’s a collaborative interaction — and your perspective matters.
Thank you for your time and honesty.

SECTION 1 —Interest & Role

1. Which best describes you right now?
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1. Which best describes you right now?(Select all that apply)