CAREERWISE WEEKLY ARCHIVES
Jennifer Fayne, Liana Giacoboni and Tanzeela Faisal

Jennifer Fayne, Liana Giacoboni and Tanzeela Faisal

Dr. Jennifer Fane is a Vancouver-based autistic educator and researcher committed to translating research into real-world change for neurodivergent Canadians. With 18 years of experience bridging classroom teaching, academia and applied research, she leads the neurodiversity research portfolio at the Conference Board of Canada.
Liana Giacoboni is a Research Associate in the Education and Skills knowledge area at Signal49 Research with an MEd in Developmental Psychology and Education from the University of Toronto. She brings experience in mixed‑methods research across education and mental health, informed by prior roles in mental health intake and behavioural support, as well as research work at The Hospital for Sick Children and the University of Toronto. Her expertise centers on child and adolescent development, mental health, and evidence‑informed supports.
Tanzeela Faisal
is a Research Associate in Education and Skills at Signal49 Research, specializing in postsecondary education, skills development, and workforce inclusion. Her research supports evidence-based insights on inclusive campuses and labour market transitions. Drawing on her expertise in qualitative research methodologies, she contributes to projects that examine complex educational and workforce issues and translates findings into actionable insights.
Groups of people with shared interests or aims. Concept of the diversity of people's talents and skills associated with different brains.
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Neuroaffirming career development in Canadian post‑secondary education

Jennifer Fayne, Liana Giacoboni and Tanzeela FaisalJennifer Fayne, Liana Giacoboni and Tanzeela Faisal
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Neurodivergent students bring real value to the workforce – yet too often face career systems not built for them. Career development practitioners (CDPs) are well positioned to bridge this gap,...

 

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