Neurodiversity 101
Course Introduction
This workshop provides a foundation of knowledge on neurodiversity in the workplace and explores the benefits of developing a neurodiversity inclusive workplace environment. We share practical tips, from language and terminology to requesting and supporting workplace accommodations.
What will participants learn?
Participants will learn about things that can enable neurodiverse staff to thrive, and we will consider how neurodiverse inclusive approaches may benefit everyone in the workplace.
This workshop is relevant to all colleagues, of any seniority.
Content
- 01Evidence of the value of neurodiversity
- 02Introduction to neurodiversity and the Social Model for Disability
- 03The value of those who think differently: benefits of neurodiverse inclusion
- 04Common forms of neurodiversity, including autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia and ADHD
- 05Requesting and supporting workplace accommodations
- 06Terminology and inclusive language
- 07Neurodiversity inclusive approaches that benefit the whole workforce
- 08Participants share an action or learning point they are taking away
Working with Inclusive Group
Inclusive Group will work with you to understand the context for your workshop. This involves a 20-minute discovery call where we explore:
- 01The background and ‘cultural norms’ of this topic in your organisation
- 02An overview of the participant group(s)
- 03Scenarios or examples relevant to your organisation that we can use during the workshop
- 04Anything else pertaining to the successful delivery of the workshop
Details
- 01Virtual delivery via Inclusive Group Zoom or your own platform
- 02In-person delivery at your office or offsite venue (travel expenses will apply)
- 03Suitable for up to 25 participants
- 04Customisation of workshop content is available (design fee will apply)
- 05Please contact us to discuss how this workshop will complement your current EDI activity
Follow-Up
Talk to us about our additional learning tools, such as nudges, videos and podcasts, to deepen and extend your participants’ understanding and application of this topic.