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Nikita Mishra
Aug 9, 2023

Beyond labels, Merlee Jayme's 'Create Different' mindbook taps into neurodiverse talent

INSPIRATION STATION: "If there is an autistic spectrum, there’s an artistic spectrum too," says the ex-Dentsu creative on launching the first-of-its-kind mindbook to assess neurodivergent skillsets for the ad industry.

Merlee C. Jayme, founder and Chairmom, The Misfits Camp. Mindbook's cover design and illustrations: Alexandra Cataluna

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