Attention Austinites with Super Powers!

Dyslexia is often associated with challenges learning to read and write, but it turns out that dyslexics also have strengths, or super powers, that let them excel in a variety of different professions including entrepreneurship, design, architecture, engineering, science, the performing and visual arts, among many others.

We are a group of parents of dyslexics working to form a new non-profit to support Austin area dyslexic students and their parents. As part of our effort, we are looking to connect with adult dyslexics, to help as advisors and participate in programs we are developing. One program is focused on bringing dyslexic adults into schools to help dyslexic students see that there are paths through life that let them leverage their strengths.

Successful dyslexics credit their dyslexia with helping them to be able to see the ‘big picture’ and contribute to their strong problem solving skills, among other unique strengths.

Dyslexia is found in the general population in between 16% and 20% of people . But overall, as few as 5% of dyslexics are actually identified as such. If you think you may be dyslexic, click here and here for two quick screening tests.

Looking to Connect with Austin-area Dyslexics
If you are dyslexic, we would welcome the opportunity to talk with you about how you might be able to help younger dyslexics identify their strengths and learn how to best apply them. Please click here to connect with us as we could greatly use your help.