Kicking off Dyslexia Awareness Month, join us for an engaging and interactive panel featuring dyslexic youth from across North Carolina as they share their experiences in their own words. Panelists will talk openly about their journeys with dyslexia—the challenges they’ve faced, the emotions that can come with struggling to read and learn differently, the people and strategies that have supported them, and the moments that have helped them build confidence and recognize their strengths.

This conversation is designed to be encouraging, honest, and hopeful. Young people with dyslexia will have the opportunity to hear from peers who truly understand what it feels like to learn differently, while parents, educators, and other adults will gain valuable insight into the experiences of dyslexic students and what meaningful support can look and feel like.

The panel will be joined by Shannon McNamara, Associate Director of Connective Parenting and clinical social worker, who will help guide the conversation and offer insight into the emotional side of dyslexia, including confidence, frustration, self-advocacy, resilience, and the importance of feeling understood and supported.

There will also be time for questions, giving both kids and adults an opportunity to learn directly from our panelists. Whether you are a young person with dyslexia, a parent or caregiver, an educator, or someone who simply wants to better understand and support dyslexic learners, we hope you’ll join us for an evening of connection, encouragement, understanding, and celebration of dyslexic voices.