The Parenting Cipher is the podcast for innovative Black parents raising neurodiverse and special needs children who want clear answers, fresh strategies, and a supportive community. Each week, host Genie Dawkins — best-selling author, award-winning podcaster, and unstoppable advocate — breaks down the intersections of special education, family lifestyle, and advocacy so you can confidently lead your child’s educational journey.
Genie has walked this path herself, helping her own children access scholarships, private education, and global opportunities. Now she’s sharing the lessons, laughs, and proven strategies that help families like yours create progress schools don’t always hand over.
Expect real talk, humor, and empowering conversations with experts and parents on everything from IEPs and 504s to holistic family living, entrepreneurship, and cultural experiences. Every episode is packed with practical steps and cultural insight you can use right away.
You’ll finish each episode feeling informed, equipped, and ready to advocate for the best possible education and life for your family.
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The Parenting Cipher is the podcast for innovative Black parents raising neurodiverse and special needs children who want clear answers, fresh strategies, and a supportive community. Each week, host Genie Dawkins — best-selling author, award-winning podcaster, and unstoppable advocate — breaks down the intersections of special education, family lifestyle, and advocacy so you can confidently lead your child’s educational journey.
Genie has walked this path herself, helping her own children access scholarships, private education, and global opportunities. Now she’s sharing the lessons, laughs, and proven strategies that help families like yours create progress schools don’t always hand over.
Expect real talk, humor, and empowering conversations with experts and parents on everything from IEPs and 504s to holistic family living, entrepreneurship, and cultural experiences. Every episode is packed with practical steps and cultural insight you can use right away.
You’ll finish each episode feeling informed, equipped, and ready to advocate for the best possible education and life for your family.
🎙️ Media inquiries or podcast collaborations: Schedule here: link.
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-parenting-cipher.
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Have you ever wondered how lack of assistive technology in schools can affect your child's education, especially if they have been diagnosed with neurological behavioral conditions like dyslexia or ADHD? In this enlightening episode, Genie Dawkins dives into the critical role of assistive technology in aiding students' learning processes and advocates steps to ensure these resources are accessible in public schools, particularly those in inner-city areas.
In This Episode:
Genie Dawkins shares her personal struggle with securing assistive technology for her son and uses her experience to offer insight and advice for other parents in similar positions. She discusses the disparity between the resources available in underfunded public schools versus private schools and stresses the importance of parents' advocacy to bridge this gap.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding the spectrum of assistive technologies and their significance in supporting students with disabilities.
- Navigating the challenges presented by the underfunding of assistive technology in public schools.
- Practical steps to advocate for assistive technology, including knowing your legal rights and collaborating with educators.
- The benefits of assistive technology in not only aiding academic success but also boosting student confidence and independence.
Links and Resources:
Time Stamps:
07:38 Adapting assistive technology to support students in need.
10:08 Underfunded schools impact children's education and support.
14:10 Assistive technology helps students focus on comprehension.
17:08 Schools may lack awareness and resources for assistive technology.
20:15 Special education consultant advocates for technology access.
22:15 Closing the gap for neurodiverse kids is essential.
28:05 Instructions sent for child's independent learning.
29:28 Use speech-to-text to ensure accountability in schools.
Quotes:
"Assistive technology is not just a tool; it's a bridge to unlocking our children's potential." - Genie Dawkins
"Every child deserves the right tools to succeed, and sometimes, it's up to us as parents to build that toolkit." - Genie Dawkins
Speaker Biography:
Genie Dawkins is a devoted mother and dynamic advocate for children's education rights, especially those with special educational needs. With her insightful podcast, The Parenting Cipher, Genie empowers parents with knowledge and strategies to support their children's educational journey and advocate for necessary resources, including assistive technology.
Tune into this episode for a deep dive into how assistive technologies can revolutionize learning for students with special needs and how you can play a pivotal role in that transformative process.
🎙️ Stay connected with Genie Dawkins and The Parenting Cipher! Get expert support for special education, advocacy, and family success. Book a complimentary strategy session here, download your free guide “Top 10 Advocacy Mistakes to Avoid”, or inquire about podcast/media collaborations here. Follow on Instagram @geniedawkins and visit www.geniedawkins.com. Thanks for listening — let’s build powerful journeys together!
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