The Neu Project: A Neurodiverse Oasis at Cannes Lions
By
Lucy Werner
11mo ago· 4 min readenNews
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Summary
The Neu Project at Cannes Lions created a sensory sanctuary for neurodiversity, designed by autistic individuals Megan Henshall and Rachel Lowenstein. The space aimed to provide a calming, neuro-inclusive environment amidst the bustling Cannes atmosphere.
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'Calm on the Croisette' was a self-funded activation, open daily on the eighth floor of Givsly
The space was created by Megan Henshall, chief impact officer and Rachel Lowenstein, chief creative officer, both of whom are autistic and have struggled with burnout from attending networking events.
Creative Boom was on the ground at Cannes Lions, where amid the noise and spectacle, The Neu Project quietly created something radical — a calming, neuro-inclusive space designed by and for neurodi...
