Zahra Nawaz

Founder of Dystinct

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

Issue 25: Marin's Principle: Paving the Way for Literacy and Justice in Manitoba Members Public

The article highlights Twila Richardson’s relentless fight for justice, alongside the efforts of fellow advocates, and calls for action to advance Marin’s Principle—a bold push for systemic change to guarantee literacy, inclusion, and dignity for all neurodivergent Manitobans.

Zahra Nawaz
Zahra Nawaz
Spotlight

Issue 25: Illustration Callout for Jan 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

Issue 24: November 2024 Dystinct Magazine Members Public

Dystinct Magazine's 24th issue: November 2024 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 24: Dystinct Journey of Preston Rice Members Public

Preston Rice’s journey, fuelled by a deep curiosity for the ocean and his parents’ dedicated advocacy, led him from early learning challenges to a Master Scuba Diver certification and a place at Nova Southeastern University to pursue his passion for marine biology.

Zahra Nawaz Preston Rice
Zahra Nawaz / Preston Rice
Dystinct Journey

Issue 24: From Challenge to Change: How Dyslexia and ADHD Led Me to Help Others | Laura Webb Members Public

Laura Webb reflects on her journey from navigating the challenges of undiagnosed dyslexia and ADHD in her school years to becoming an Educational Therapist dedicated to helping neurodivergent students.

Zahra Nawaz Laura Webb
Zahra Nawaz / Laura Webb
Evidence Matters