Empowering Students with Dyslexia
Advocating for students civil rights and evidence-based solutions.
Our Mission
To raise awareness about dyslexia in our communities and beyond, working to dismantle stigma, promote understanding and to ensure that evidence-based solutions are accessible to those in need.
SERVICES
Advocacy
Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology
We work closely with students, families, school staff, private assessors, tutors, and legal aid to ensure that every dyslexic student’s needs are met as required by law.
Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology
Employ Dyslexia offers interactive workshops that train individuals with dyslexia and their families on the effective use of assistive technology for class & homework.
Specialized Tutoring
Assistive Technology
Specialized Tutoring
Our one-on-one tutoring sessions are tailored to the specific needs of each student. We work closely with individuals to develop a customized learning plan that addresses their unique strengths and challenges.
Supportive Workshops
Assistive Technology
Specialized Tutoring
Employ Dyslexia offers interactive workshops that empowers individuals with dyslexia and their families, with a supportive community to help navigate the challenges of learning differences..
Statistics & Facts
Dyslexia is the most common learning disability, yet it's the most misunderstood.
Dyslexia is the most common learning disability, yet it's the most misunderstood.
Dyslexia is the most common learning disability, yet it's the most misunderstood.
1 out of every 5 people in the general population have dyslexia.
Dyslexia is the most common learning disability, yet it's the most misunderstood.
Dyslexia is the most common learning disability, yet it's the most misunderstood.
Dyslexia represents approximately 80-85% of all learning disabilities.
Dyslexia is the most common learning disability, yet it's the most misunderstood.
80% of the prison population is illiterate and 48% were determined to be dyslexic.
80% of the prison population is illiterate and 48% were determined to be dyslexic.
80% of the prison population is illiterate and 48% were determined to be dyslexic.
80% of the prison population is illiterate and 48% were determined to be dyslexic.
Dyslexics have average – high level intelligence.
80% of the prison population is illiterate and 48% were determined to be dyslexic.
Dyslexics have average – high level intelligence.
Dyslexia occurs in people of all backgrounds.
80% of the prison population is illiterate and 48% were determined to be dyslexic.
Dyslexics have average – high level intelligence.
Well known people with dyslexia
Tom Holland
Whoopi Goldberg
Daymond John
Actor best known for his portrayal of Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Advocates for learning differences
Daymond John
Whoopi Goldberg
Daymond John
Businessman, investor, and television personality. Founder of FUBU and Shark Group.
Billie Eilish
Whoopi Goldberg
Whoopi Goldberg
Singer-Songwriter. Open about learning differences and creative thinking.
Whoopi Goldberg
Whoopi Goldberg
Whoopi Goldberg
Actor, comedian, author, and television personality. She credits dyslexia for her unique perspective.
Albert Einstein
Steven Spielberg
Albert Einstein
German-born theoretical physicist best known for developing the theory of relativity. Often cited (though debated) as having dyslexic traits.
Michael Phelps
Steven Spielberg
Albert Einstein
Former competitive swimmer. He won a total of 28 medals across four Olympic Games.
Muhammad Ali
Steven Spielberg
Steven Spielberg
Professional Boxer & Activist. Often regarded as the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time. He became a prominent, high-profile figure of racial pride for African Americans during the civil rights movement and throughout his career.
Steven Spielberg
Steven Spielberg
Steven Spielberg
Widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential filmmakers in the history of cinema.
Simone Biles
Shaquille O'Neal
Simone Biles
Her 11 Olympic medals and 30 World Championship medals make her the most decorated gymnast in history.
Ed Sheeran
Shaquille O'Neal
Simone Biles
Singer, songwriter, and musician who has won multiple Grammys. Struggled in school but thrived through music.
Shaquille O'Neal
Shaquille O'Neal
Shaquille O'Neal
Former professional basketball player and sports analyst on the television program "Inside the NBA".
Dav Pilkey
Shaquille O'Neal
Shaquille O'Neal
Author and Illustrator of the children's book series "Captain Underpants" and its spin-off children's graphic novel series "Dog Man".
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Your support and contributions will enable students with financial need to receive the tools necessary to thrive. Scholarships are awarded on a quarterly basis.
Please join us in making a difference in the lives of brilliant individuals. We are in need of specialized tutors & advocates.