NeuroBaddies™ Community Meetup
A community celebration for neurodivergent women and men to connect, unmask, build friendships, and thrive together
The NeuroBaddies™ Community Meetup is more than a gathering. It is an opportunity for neurodivergent women and members of the broader neurodivergent community to step away from social media, connect face to face, build meaningful friendships, and spend an afternoon in a space where they can simply be themselves.
Hosted by Dr. Danté Assad Williams, Psy.D., Founder of NeuroBaddies™, this meetup grew out of the thousands of conversations happening within the NeuroBaddies™ community. Through psychology based education and the lived experiences shared by neurodivergent women, one need has become increasingly clear: we need more opportunities to find our people beyond the screen.
NeuroBaddies™ was created to celebrate the strengths, depth, and authenticity of neurodivergent women while providing evidence based education that encourages self trust, healthier relationships, greater self understanding, and self acceptance. This September, we are bringing that mission into the real world.
Whether you have ADHD, autism, AuDHD, dyslexia, another form of neurodivergence, are currently exploring an evaluation, or identify with neurodivergent experiences and want to learn more, you are welcome here.
Expect a relaxed outdoor atmosphere with conversation, laughter, activities, and plenty of opportunities to connect. This is not a formal potluck. You are welcome to bring food, snacks, or beverages for yourself or to share, but bringing food is completely optional.
The environment will be LGBTQ+ affirming, wheelchair accessible, sensory considerate, and grounded in respect for different identities, backgrounds, abilities, neurotypes, and lived experiences.
There is no expectation to mask.
There is no "right" way to socialize.
You do not have to participate in everything.
Come as you are.
Meet people who get it.
Find your people.
Build connections beyond the screen.
This isn't just another meetup. It's another step toward building a thriving NeuroBaddies™ community in the Greater Minneapolis and St. Paul area where neurodivergent people can belong, connect, and flourish together.
September 2026 | Greater Minneapolis and St. Paul Area
Additional event details will be announced soon.
Good to know
Highlights
- 3 hours
- under 16 with parent or legal guardian
- In person
Refund Policy
Location
Maple Grove Arboretum
9400 Fernbrook Lane North
Maple Grove, MN 55369
How do you want to get there?
Agenda
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Arrival and Meet & Greet
Check in, grab some food, introduce yourself, and settle in. This is a relaxed time to mingle and meet other NeuroBaddies
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Community Welcome and Icebreaker
A fun, low pressure activity designed to help everyone connect, spark conversation, and make meeting new people feel more comfortable.
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Food, Conversation, and Great Vibes
Enjoy the potluck, music, games, and meaningful conversations. Connect with other neurodivergent women in a supportive, judgment free environment.