Center for Neurodiversity
and Career Development
When the right support is in place, the possibilities are endless.
The Center for Neurodiversity and Career Development is built on a simple idea: when young neurodivergent people have the right support, the possibilities are endless. Whether you’re a student navigating college life, a young adult in the community looking for your next opportunity, or an employer ready to build a more inclusive workplace — this Center is for you.
The Center was created to address a real and recognized gap. When young adults age out of public school systems, services and opportunities often fall away sharply — what many call “the cliff.” Our mission is to transform that cliff into a bridge.
Student Support
Neuro-affirming academic coaching from day one through career launch.
Community Connection
Pathways for young adults beyond campus built around individual strengths.
Career Development
Internship placement, job skills training, and employer partnerships.
Campus Culture
Training and consultation for faculty, staff, and partner organizations.
Support Built Around How You Think
The Center offers neuro-affirming support designed around your strengths, not a one-size-fits-all checklist. Extended office hours mean help is available even when other university offices are closed.
- Transition support for students new to college
- Neuro-affirming academic and job skills coaching
- Executive functioning and skills development workshops
- Personalized internship placement
- Individual coaching sessions by appointment
Connecting Young Adults with Opportunity
The Center’s reach extends beyond campus. We work with neurodivergent young adults in the broader Hampton Roads community — connecting them with pathways built around their individual strengths and interests.
- Strengths- and interests-based planning
- Connections to internships, jobs, colleges, and vo-tech programs
- Job skills and life skills training
- Ongoing support through key life transitions
Building an Inclusive Community
Neurodivergent employees and students bring perspective, creativity, and focus that strengthen any organization. We partner with local businesses and institutions to build genuinely neuro-affirming environments — and to connect you with talented young adults ready to contribute.
Partner with the Center
Whether you’re looking to build a more inclusive workplace, offer internship opportunities, or collaborate on programming, the Center can help. Reach out to start the conversation.
We are proud to partner with CAYA (Come As You Are) to offer skill-building and job readiness programs for neurodivergent young adults in the Hampton Roads area.
100% is funded through a U.S. Department of Labor — Employment and Training Administration grant.
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Whether you’re a student, a community member, or a potential partner, we want to hear from you.