Margaux Joffe is a global advocate for neurodiversity and accessibility, dedicated to creating a more inclusive world for minds of all kinds.

After a life-changing diagnosis of ADHD at age 29, she founded the Kaleidoscope Society to empower other women with ADHD and dispel stigma surrounding neurodiversity. She went on to lead disability inclusion initiatives at Yahoo and Verizon, launching the technology industry’s first Neurodiversity Employee Resource Group (ERG).

Margaux is now a Board Certified Cognitive Specialist and Founder of Minds of All Kinds, a platform for neurodivergent to learn, connect and lead. She is proud to serve on the Board of Directors for the American Association of People with Disabilities.

Margaux’s work has been recognized by various organizations such as the United Nations Foundation, the National Public Health Information Coalition (NPHIC), the Webby Awards, D&AD Impact Awards, the Shorty Social Good Awards, and the Susan M. Daniels Disability Mentoring Hall of Fame. Her work has also been featured in popular publications such as Forbes, Fast Company, Popsugar, Vogue, Teen Vogue, VICE and the Hollywood Reporter.

Margaux has a BA from Duke University and is trained in documentary storytelling as a tool for social change. She is certified in Digital Accessibility and Mental Health First Aid.

Margaux is currently based in Seattle, Washington the land of the Duwamish People.

Margaux Joffe holds the microphone during a speaking engagement at Build Studios. She wears a textured black shirt and pants and large sculptural blue earrings.
  • BADGE Board Certified Cognitive Specialist (BCCS)

    Board Certified Cognitive Specialist (BCCS)

    International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards

  • IAAP Certified CPACC

    Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC)

    International Association of Accessibility Professionals

  • Mental Health First Aid

    Mental Health First Aid Certified

    National Council for Mental Wellbeing

Values

Community

Creativity

Integrity

Compassion

Humility

Joy

Press

Recognition

  • Top 50 Global Neurodiversity Evangelist 2023

  • Susan M. Daniels Disability Mentoring Hall of Fame Inductee, 2020

  • D&AD Impact Awards Shortlist, 2019

  • United Nations Foundation Mental Health Hackathon Winner, 2019

  • Webby Awards Nominee “Best Community Website,” 2019

  • Shorty Social Good Awards Winner, 2018

  • AD2SF “32 Under 32,” 2017

  • Silver Clio, 2016

  • One Show Shortlist, 2016

  • Local ADDY Awards, 2016

  • American Advertising Award Gold & Best in Show, Integrated Marketing Campaign, 2013

  • 4 Awards for Excellence in Public Health Communications from the National Public Health Information Coalition, 2010

  • The John Auerbach Award for Innovations in Public Health, City of Boston, 2010

  • Boston City Council Certificate of Recognition, 2008

Education

Training

  • Duke University – B.A. Literature, Certificate in Film/TV

  • Duke University Center for Documentary Studies Lewis Hine Documentary Fellowship Program

  • Full Frame Film Festival Documentary Fellowship Program

  • School of Visual Arts (SVA) – Continuing education coursework: Branding, Graphic Design, Illustration

  • General Assembly – Product Management Bootcamp, Product Marketing Bootcamp

  • Landmark Worldwide – The Landmark Forum, The Advanced Course

  • ABC Languages - American Sign Language Level 1

  • Seattle Central College - American Sign Language Level 2

Certifications

  • Board Certified Cognitive Specialist (BCCS), International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards

  • Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC), International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP)

  • Mental Health First Aid Certification, National Council for Behavioral Health

  • Crisis Communications Certification, City of Boston Office of Emergency Preparedness

  • YogaFit Teacher Training