Show Notes
Whether or not you’re up to date with the language around neurodiversity, ADHD, autism, dyslexia and other terminology, most workplaces include people who think differently, and who might be part of a neurominority.
To help us demystify neurodiversity and get proactive, we’re joined by Dr Nancy Doyle, CEO and founder of Genius Within, Adrian Ward, Head of Disability Partnerships at the Business Disability Forum and Erin Fulton-McAlister, Acas workplace adviser. We look at:
What neurodiversity is Why we need to pay attention to it Creating a workplace that celebrates and capitalises on neurodiversity
Episode resources
Acas neurodiversity guidance
BDF & Genius Within Commissioning framework and how to commission guide
Contact an Acas adviser for a free advisory conversation
Related Acas podcast - disability
Organisations:
Acas Business Disability Forum Genius Within
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