Zahra Nawaz

Founder of Dystinct

Issue 26: April 2025 Dystinct Magazine Members Public

Dystinct Magazine's 26th issue: April 2025 covers inspirational stories from children and adults with learning disabilities (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dysgraphia and dyspraxia) and evidence based articles from leading specialists from the field of learning disabilities.

Zahra Nawaz
Zahra Nawaz

Issue 26: The Dystinct Journey of Tucker Findley | Tucker's Treasures Members Public

Tucker Findley, a teen entrepreneur with complex learning differences, his family, and his educator share their intertwined perspectives on transforming overwhelming academic challenges into a thriving business and a life built on confidence, purpose, and redefining what learning can look like.

Zahra Nawaz Tucker Findley Rebecca & Ryan Findley Amy Oswalt
Dystinct Journey

Issue 26: Strength Beyond My Struggles | Darcy Byrne Members Public

Darcy Byrne, 15, from Canberra, Australia, opens up about her experience with dyslexia through a powerful poem and honest reflection.

Darcy Byrne Zahra Nawaz
Darcy Byrne / Zahra Nawaz
Dystinct Reflection

Issue 26: Illustration Callout for Apr 2025 Dystinct Magazine Members Public

Opportunity for children to get their illustrations published in the Dystinct Magazine. In every magazine issue, articles written by specialists are accompanied by illustrations created by children. Submit your child's illustrations for a chance to be featured in the Dystinct Magazine.

Zahra Nawaz
Zahra Nawaz
Illustration Opportunities

New publishing schedule for Dystinct Magazine Members Public

Dear Readers, Starting this year, Dystinct magazine will be releasing four issues annually - January, April, July, and October. This new schedule will allow us to focus on delivering high-quality content and provide our contributors with ample time to create meaningful work for each issue. We appreciate your continued support

Zahra Nawaz
Zahra Nawaz

Issue 25: January 2025 Dystinct Magazine Members Public

Dystinct Magazine's 25th issue: January 2025 covers inspirational stories from children and adults with learning disabilities (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dysgraphia and dyspraxia) and evidence based articles from leading specialists from the field of learning disabilities.

Zahra Nawaz
Zahra Nawaz

Issue 25: Literacy Moms NC - Accidental Advocates | Amanda Harrison & Ginny Sharpless Members Public

Amanda Harrison and Ginny Sharpless, two determined mothers from North Carolina, founded Literacy Moms NC after battling systemic resistance to their children’s dyslexia needs, sparking a movement to empower parents and demand equitable access to literacy for all.

Zahra Nawaz Amanda Harrison Ginny Sharpless
Spotlight

Issue 25: Lessons in Advocacy: Jay's Story Members Public

Amanda Harrison shares her son Jay’s journey from struggling with undiagnosed dyslexia and school anxiety to finding confidence and success through intensive remediation, private education, and a passion for golf, while highlighting the challenges and triumphs of advocating for his right to read.

Amanda Harrison Zahra Nawaz
Dystinct Journey