✨ Neurodivergent Speedfriending ☀️ LOCATION CHANGE

🌈 **This is an event for neurodivergent people who are looking to make new friends.** With this event we are hoping to bring people together for the 6th time!

**LOCATION:** **The meetup map might not be acurate, go here [https://maps.app.goo.gl/982tc23nUfjtm9Wy7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/982tc23nUfjtm9Wy7) and find the neurodivergent flag.**

If the weather is bad, we will reschedule to the 20th of Sept.

This is **NOT A DATING EVENT**. Please refrain from disregarding this rule.

**Please bring your picnic blanket or seating mat**. We will sit outdoors on the ground. Also bring drinks and food to keep yourself hydrated and energized.

🧡 The **organizers are** all **neurodivergent volunteers**! **Help us in keeping the event welcoming**—ask gently, lend a hand if you can, and help us tidy up. Thanks for making this space kind for all!

**How does the event go?**

* **Event intro:** hosts explain the system, arrangement, rules, etc.
* **Ice breakers:** Each participant gets a sticker to write their names and topics of interest. Each picnic blanket will get stimming toys and conversation cards.
* **Start:** when there are at least 16 people, we will start the event.
* **Latecomers:** will be seated at the end of the row. For the full experience please arrive on time.
* **Rounds:** there will be 19 rounds with 5-minutes each (including the seat change). When the bell rings, it's time to switch.
* **Half time break**: 10 minutes
* **Total:** 1,5 hours (excluding break)
* **Breaks:** If you feel overwhelmed, notify the host and you can go to the resting spot.
* **REPETITION:** the flexibility of this event to respect people's energy will cause repetition. Please understand this.
* **After speedfriending hangout**: we can all chat in group setting.

### ♿ **Accessibility Info**

Need seating support? Let us know—we’ll provide an **inflatable sofa** so you can be the **anchor person** (stay in one spot while others rotate).
*Note: If multiple people need this, we’ll arrange turns as only one anchor is possible at a time.*

**What is expected from participants?**

* **Respect the organizers' efforts:** all of us are neurodivergent volunteers. We all have our challenges and limitations. Please speak to us kindly. Respect goes both ways.
* **Respect Boundaries:** If someone seems uncomfortable, gracefully change the subject. If unsure, **ask**.
* **Respect Time Limits:** When the bell rings, please move to the next spot.
* **Follow Up Respectfully:** If you wish to continue a conversation after the event, do so respectfully. Ensure the other person is comfortable with further contact. If you want to keep in contact ask for the person's number/socials during the event. Don't contact anyone on meetup without their consent.

✨ **We can't wait to see you there and hope you make some amazing new friends.** 💬