Redefining How the World Thinks About Neurodiversity, Literacy & Tech
International Speaker · Published Author · Neurodiversity Advocate
Spoken in 40+ countries · Featured in The Washington Post · Featured in US News & World Report
Trusted By Global Brands
About Jeannette Roberes — Neurodiversity Keynote Speaker & Fulbright Specialist
Jeannette Roberes is the Chief Academic Officer of Bearly Articulating, a consultancy dedicated to advancing neurodiversity, literacy, and inclusive education in schools and organizations worldwide. She is a speech-language pathologist, international educator, and author whose work focuses on dyslexia, language development, and equitable access to learning.
Jeannette has delivered trainings and keynote presentations in more than 40 countries across Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, and South America. Her work equips educators and institutions with practical strategies to support learners with diverse cognitive and language profiles.
Her expertise has been featured in The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Report. She is the author of two books on dyslexia, including The Speech Pathologist's Guide to Dyslexia, a text currently used in graduate-level training programs.
Jeannette holds a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction and a Master of Science in Communication Sciences. Earlier in her career she completed a coding bootcamp and worked as a software engineer, an experience that continues to inform her work at the intersection of language, technology, and learning.
She lives with her husband and two children and continues to speak, write, and consult internationally on neurodiversity, literacy, and inclusive education.
Keynote Speaking Topics — Neurodiversity, Dyslexia & Inclusion
Literacy & Dyslexia Intervention
Evidence-based strategies for identifying and supporting students with dyslexia across diverse educational settings.
The Misdiagnosis of Black Dyslexics
How low expectations and systemic bias lead to under-diagnosis of dyslexia in Black children, and what we can do about it.
Neurodiversity in the Workplace
Building cognitive-inclusive workplaces where dyslexic, ADHD, and neurodiverse employees thrive and innovate.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Moving beyond performative DEI to structural change — centering disability and neurodiversity in the conversation.
Designing for All Minds
Practical approaches to accessible eLearning, instructional design, and UX for neurodiverse users.
Women in Technology
From speech pathologist to software engineer: breaking barriers and broadening pipelines for underrepresented women in tech.
International Education & Global Perspectives
Teaching and learning across 40+ countries — what neurodiversity looks like in classrooms from Nairobi to New Delhi.
Entrepreneurship & Advocacy
Building Bearly Articulating from a private practice into a global consultancy at the intersection of disability and technology.
Accessibility & Assistive Technology
Demystifying digital accessibility, screen readers, voice recognition, and inclusive app design for neurodiverse populations.
Books by Jeannette Roberes
Technical Difficulties — Why Dyslexic Narratives Matter In Tech
Part autobiography, part manifesto — this 5-star reviewed book sits at the intersection of disability rights and the tech industry. Currently used as a graduate-level course textbook, it serves as a call to action for employers, educators, and anyone who believes that exclusion can breed endurance.
Get the Book on Amazon“A short, mighty manifesto. Washington has a compelling voice that will move you to bravely face the world and do something.”
— Barrett Book Reviews
Jeannette Roberes
The Speech Pathologist's Guide to Dyslexia
The Speech Pathologist's Guide to Dyslexia
Currently used in graduate-level training programs, this comprehensive guide equips speech-language pathologists and educators with evidence-based strategies for identifying and supporting students with dyslexia.
Hire Jeannette Roberes — Neurodiversity Keynote Speaker for Your Next Event
In-Person Keynote
$10,000
Travel and accommodation billed separately. Full stage production with Q&A.
Virtual Keynote
$4,000 – $7,500
Sliding scale based on audience size and organization type.
Workshops, panels, multi-day training, and custom engagements available upon request.
Nonprofit and education discounts available.
What People Say About Jeannette Roberes
Jeannette's passion for neurodiversity education is infectious. She doesn't just present — she transforms how you think about inclusion.
— SpeakerHub Review
Jeannette brings together technical competence, strategic judgment, and a sustained commitment to inclusive education and systems-level change. Her work reflects a strong understanding of the interaction between policy design, implementation practice, and community realities, particularly in international and cross-cultural contexts.
— LinkedIn Review
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Frequently Asked Questions About Booking Jeannette Roberes
What topics does Jeannette Roberes speak about?
Jeannette is a neurodiversity keynote speaker who presents on dyslexia intervention, literacy and language development, neurodiversity in the workplace, diversity equity and inclusion (DEI), women in technology, accessible instructional design, and international education. She specializes in helping organizations build cognitive-inclusive environments where neurodivergent employees and students thrive.
How much does it cost to hire Jeannette as a keynote speaker?
In-person keynote engagements start at $10,000 with travel and accommodation billed separately. Virtual keynotes range from $4,000 to $7,500 depending on audience size and organization type. Workshops, panel discussions, and multi-day corporate training on neurodiversity are available upon request. Nonprofit and education discounts are available.
How many countries has Jeannette spoken in?
Jeannette has delivered keynotes and workshops in more than 40 countries across Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, and South America. She has presented at major conferences and trained organizations on neurodiversity, dyslexia advocacy, and inclusive education worldwide. Her international experience includes speaking at Google, Microsoft, PyCon Canada, the FDA, and the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists.
What are Jeannette Roberes' qualifications and credentials?
Jeannette holds a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction and a Master of Science in Communication Sciences. She is a Fulbright Specialist, licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, and published author. Her expertise has been featured in The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Report. With clinical experience in dyslexia therapy and a background as a software engineer, she brings a unique cross-disciplinary perspective to every talk.
What is Jeannette Roberes' book about?
Jeannette is the author of two books on dyslexia. “Technical Difficulties: Why Dyslexic Narratives Matter In Tech” is a 5-star reviewed book that explores the intersection of disability rights and the tech industry — part autobiography, part manifesto, and a call to action for employers and educators. Her second book, “The Speech Pathologist's Guide to Dyslexia,” is currently used in graduate-level training programs and equips speech-language pathologists with evidence-based strategies for supporting students with dyslexia.
Does Jeannette speak at virtual events?
Yes. Jeannette delivers virtual keynotes, webinars, and online workshops on neurodiversity, dyslexia awareness, and inclusive workplace design. Virtual keynote fees range from $4,000 to $7,500 based on audience size and organization type. She has presented virtually for organizations worldwide and provides a fully produced, engaging remote speaking experience.