Overview

Neurodiverse individuals can bring much needed skills to the workplace, including analytical thinking, innovation and the ability to solve problems. Yet many diversity and inclusion strategies are still failing to attract or support this demographic, with just one in five autistic people in employment. Even though 1 in 100 people are on the autism spectrum in the UK.

How can upfront support help?

During this awareness session, we explain why recruitment processes often discriminate against neurodiverse individuals. Be this expecting too much sustained eye contact from someone with autism or asking someone with dyslexia to read or write too much information.As well as why upfront support and an inclusive approach can not only prevent neurodiverse individuals from attempting to hide their condition, but also help them to succeed.You will learn:

• The characteristics of neurodiverse conditions including autism, dyslexia and ADHD
• What strengths these individuals can bring to the workplace and how to support them
• How to obtain and use Access to Work funding to pay for neurodiversity equipment
• The importance of revising recruitment processes for becoming a neurodiverse employer
• How to educate colleagues to ensure they understand and support neurodiverse individuals

Speakers

Nina Parson, director of psychology ToHealth

David Mitchell, growth leader for neurodiversity, ToHealth

Register now to start shaping your strategy on how to build a more inclusive and neurodiverse workforce