Creating cultures of inclusion

Kade, a smiling white androgenous 40-something, is sitting on an ivory bean bag chair with two Vietnamese American children and one Iranian Mexican child, as they talk about something on a laptop.

Children need to feel seen and supported in all of the spaces they inhabit.

Kade, an androgynous white 40-something, reads a book with swirling picture, on a rug , to a dozen children in light and dark blue uniforms looking on.

All students deserve learning environments where their differences are celebrated.

Kade, a white non-binary 30-something is smiling at two Indian tweens making art at an outdoor table full of art supplies.

Inclusive learning environments

are the key

to unlocking every

child’s potential.

Zoom screen of NYU students and Kade, all of whom have cameras on and are smiling.

I work with schools, organizations, and families to ensure every child is included in their community.

 
White, queer, nonbinary, neurodivergent 40-something human with light skin, short brown hair, and hazel eyes, wearing a white button down shirt with a standup collar, big smile, and a dark blue geometric background.

Kade Friedman, M.S. Ed. (they/them) is a white, non-binary, queer, neurodivergent educator with 20 years of experience learning with neurodiverse communities.

Kade is the Director of Education for PINE, the Program for Inclusion and Neurodiversity Education, and consults for NYU, Understood, other organizations and families.

Kade’s Approach

Two black hands, one on top and one on the bottom, about to brush fingers. The hands have text written on them, one in red and one in blue. The words say "connect", "cooperate", "work with", "unite", and "bridge".

Accessibility

I ensure all learning materials and environments are accessible for every kind of learner.

Choice

I will show you how to offer choices as a way to connect with children and develop their self-regulation.

A dozen hands raised, each on in a different color, with faceted textures. The hands are overlapping.

Social Justice

I value diversity and will create equitable learning environments with you.