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Tag: Inclusive Conservation

  • How to Build a Neuro-Affirming Ecosystem: Beyond “Sensory Friendly”

    February 20, 2026

    When we talk about inclusion in public spaces like zoos, aquariums, or classrooms, we often look for a checklist. We want the “formula”—the specific certification or the designated “quiet hour” that solves the problem. But according to Grayson Ponti, founder of ZANE (Zoos and Aquariums for a Neurodiverse Ecosystem), true inclusion isn’t about a stamp…

    Read more…: How to Build a Neuro-Affirming Ecosystem: Beyond “Sensory Friendly”

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