An intro to Neurodiversity

* Please note this session is for HPMA members only**

*This session is for those in HR/OD/ Workforce roles**

Summary:

This interactive session explores what neurodiversity is, why it's important and how you can be more neuroinclusive. It uses multiple formats including interactivity, storytelling and video to ensure the session is engaging, impactful and memorable.

Objectives/Outcomes:

Participants will leave with an understanding of:

• the basics and benefits of neurodiversity

• what narrative and language is best to use when talking about neurodivergence

• what it feels like to be neurodivergent

• how you can be more neuroinclusive

Pre-work:

N/A

Facilitator

Jess Meredith is a neurodiversity advocate, trainer and speaker and CEO of Differing Minds. She is a proud ADHDer and parent to wonderful neurodiverse children. She is on a mission to create inclusive environments for those with a neurological difference such as ADHD, autism and dyslexia, from schools to the workplace, and beyond. Jess firmly believes that to create truly inclusive societies we must all accept and embrace our neuro-diversities.

She uses her lived experience and the power of storytelling to deliver unforgettable talks. Jess is a staunch advocate for reframing the narrative around neurodiversity. She has delivered talks and spoken on panels for Accenture, The Adecco Group, Capgemini, Coulter Partners and more.

Jess' social enterprise, Differing Minds, supports organisations to be more neuro-inclusive through training, speaking, consulting and coaching. Differing Minds also delivers lessons to primary school children about neurodiversity to firstly, improve the school environment for neurodivergent children, and secondly, to create the change needed more broadly in society by educating and empowering future generations.

Date: Wednesday 8th May 2024

Location: Online

Time: 09:30 start, finish 10:30

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