What we’re about
Welcome autistic people, people with ADHD, audDHDers, dyslexic and dyscalculic people, CPTD folks, people with BPD, people anxiety and/or depression and everyone else
My name is Filip and I 'came out' as autistic in summer 2021. Since May 2022, my partner and I live in Barcelona and I have noticed that neurodivergence isn't yet a well-known topic in the city and the region. After trying out different meetup group, I realized it would be really great to start a meetup for the neurodivergents in Barcelona and get to know each other.
Neurodivergent Walks are our regular activity as a way to meet, spend time in nature and share public space with other Neurodivergent people in the city.
We typical choose parks and places with low sensory input, as something of a rarity in the city. But our walks are also there to satisfy sensory seeking needs, with a mix of nature and sometimes culture/art.
Everyone is welcome whether you're a local, expat or visitor. Also we're NT/ballistic friendly so if you want to bring your partner or family as well, you're welcome.
El idioma del grupo es el inglés pero tenemos muchos hablantes de castellano y catalán.
El idioma del grup és l'anglès però tenim molts parlants de castellà i català.
NEW: Sensory Intensity Scale to help you decide if an event is for you or not.
Sensory Intensity Scale:
🔹 1/10 - Serene silence, a gentle breeze, distant murmurs.
🔹 2/10 - Faint nature sounds, a slow rhythm, muted surroundings.
🔹 3/10 - Soft music, light chatter, the occasional scent of flowers.
🔹 4/10 - Gentle motion, distant echoes, a comforting hum of activity.
🔹 5/10 - Vibrant sounds, scattered movement, a mix of scents.
🔹 6/10 - A lively hum, shifting colors, rhythmic pulses of movement.
🔹 7/10 - Dynamic atmosphere, waves of color, bustling energy. (Montjuïc level!)
🔹 8/10 - Striking contrasts, energized surroundings, intensified sensations.
🔹 9/10 - Thunderous echoes, dazzling lights, a rush of sensations.
🔹 10/10 - Overwhelming vibrancy - sights, sounds, scents in total immersion!
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Anti-Sant Joan: Through Neurodivergent Eyes / Una Mirada Neurodivergent(e)Needs location
This is a symbolic listing. No event will take place.
Sant Joan is a deeply loved celebration, but for many neurodivergent individuals like me included, it can feel like sensory overload: explosions, crowds, unpredictability.
This “event” exists to acknowledge a truth that often gets drowned out in the noise. For some, Sant Joan isn’t joyful - it’s distressing and painful.
By creating even this symbolic space, we validate that experience. We make it visible. And we ask: what would it take for celebrations to feel safe, or at least bearable, for everyone?
If this resonates, RSVP to make the point. Share the message. Start a conversation. Ask how the lovely Sant Joan tradition can evolve to include more of us.
This initiative includes Neurodivergent in Barcelona and Barcelona Gifted Adults- Zebras & other divergent animals.
Català
Aquesta és una convocatòria simbòlica. No hi haurà cap esdeveniment.Sant Joan és una celebració profundament estimada, però per a moltes persones neurodivergents, jo inclòs, pot ser una experiència de sobrecàrrega sensorial: explosions, aglomeracions, imprevisibilitat.
Aquest “esdeveniment” existeix per reconèixer una veritat que sovint queda ofegada en el soroll. Per a algunes persones, Sant Joan no és una festa alegre — és una font d’angoixa i dolor.
Crear fins i tot aquest espai simbòlic és una manera de validar aquesta vivència. Fer-la visible. I preguntar-nos: què caldria perquè les celebracions fossin segures, o com a mínim suportables, per a tothom?
Si això et ressona, confirma l’assistència com a acte simbòlic.Comparteix el missatge. Inicia una conversa. Pregunta com pot evolucionar la preciosa tradició de Sant Joan per incloure més persones com nosaltres.
Español (Castellano)
Este es un evento simbólico. No se celebrará ningún encuentro.
Sant Joan es una celebración muy querida, pero para muchas personas neurodivergentes, incluyéndome, puede sentirse como una sobrecarga sensorial: explosiones, multitudes, imprevisibilidad.
Este “evento” existe para reconocer una verdad que a menudo queda ahogada entre el ruido. Para algunas personas, Sant Joan no es alegría: es angustia y dolor.
Incluso al crear este espacio simbólico, validamos esa vivencia. La visibilizamos. Y preguntamos: ¿qué haría falta para que las celebraciones fueran seguras, o al menos llevaderas, para todos?
Si esto te resuena, confirma tu asistencia para hacer visible este mensaje. Comparte. Inicia una conversación. Pregunta cómo podría evolucionar esta hermosa tradición para incluirnos también a nosotros.
