Creating places of Belonging: Let Them Flourish Conference 2026
Fri 17 Apr
|Newbold College of Higher Education
Cultivating a Culture of True Belonging


Time & Location
17 Apr 2026, 15:00 BST – 19 Apr 2026, 13:00 BST
Newbold College of Higher Education, Newbold College, St Mark's Rd, Popeswood, Bracknell RG42 4AN, UK
About the Event
ASNA is excited to be working in partnership with the British Union Conference and UCY on this much needed project.
This training delves deeply into the essential topic of transforming our churches into true sanctuaries of belonging, specifically tailored for neurodivergent learners. In an increasingly diverse world, it is vital that our places of worship not only welcome but actively embrace individuals who think and learn differently. This conference aims to equip participants with a variety of practical strategies that can be implemented to create inclusive environments where families living with neurodiversity feel a genuine sense of belonging and acceptance.
Throughout the sessions, we will explore various approaches to understanding the unique needs of neurodivergent individuals, including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other cognitive variations. By fostering awareness and empathy within our church communities, we can begin to dismantle the barriers that often prevent these individuals from fully participating…