Dr. Elizabeth Joy Shaffer, OTD, is an expert in holistic child development. As the founder of Therapeutic Innovations International and chair of the IFIP Therapists and Specialist Forum, she is dedicated to enhancing global student outcomes through innovative training initiatives for parents and educators. A published researcher and international keynote speaker, Dr. Shaffer provides impactful solutions for families, teachers, and students. Her work, especially the "Empowering Through Knowledge" project, has garnered recognition from the U.S. Secretary of State for its contributions to multi-system improvements in support for the neurodiversity community.