Beyond the Dice: How Games Fostered Connection For A Neurodivergent & Queer Community
Title:
Beyond the Dice: How Games Fostered Connection For A Neurodivergent & Queer Community
Year:
2025
Original Order:
934
Game:
TRD25ND272456
Group:
Creekside Therapeutics
Short Description:
Tabletop games build community for queer & neurodivergent folks. A mental health professional shares how games foster connection & safe spaces with practical applications.
Long Description:
Tabletop games became the foundation for a thriving community of neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ individuals in Lynchburg, VA. This talk explores how shared play combats isolation and fosters belonging. A mental health professional shares insights from organized community game nights and from a therapy group, highlighting how games create safe spaces and promote mental well-being for those with intersecting identities. Discover how role-playing encourages self-expression and how games provide a framework for social connection and cognitive growth. Learn practical tips for building inclusive gaming communities that embrace diversity and celebrate the power of connection.
Event Type:
TRD - Trade Day Event
Minimum Players:
1
Maximum Players:
40
Age Required:
Everyone (6+)
Experience Required:
None (You've never played before - rules will be taught)