• Better understanding Neurodiversity and the neurodiverse conditions that fall within the umbrella term
• Discover the valuable asset of having neurodiverse individuals in the workplace
• Looking historically to the make-up of the workplace and the emphasis on ‘neurotypical’ individuals and the important shift towards a more inclusive workplace in the UK
• Considering the multitude of benefits of having a neurodiverse workforce

• Embracing and supporting diversity, including disability and neurodiversity, can help organisations reach and attract staff from a wider talent pool. It encourages employee loyalty and retention, positive brand awareness, and new ways of thinking
• Hear from one of Texthelp’s accessibility and inclusion specialists on the role of technology in supporting DE&I efforts. From recruitment and on-boarding, right through to staff development and retention, the right tools can help
• Listen as they share best practices from organisations such as the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, South Yorkshire Police and Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
• This session will also discuss tools and solutions that can be used by D&I Specialists and HR professionals to improve disability inclusion

The session will address the challenges and barriers neurodiverse individuals have to face in the workplace and getting into work, panellists include:

• Amy Walker, Inclusion and Diversity Manager, GroupM
• Lauren Foley, Probation Practitioner, DAWN (Disability Advocacy and Wellbeing Network) London Neurodiversity Lead
• Michael Barton, Data Analyst, Autovia; Autism and Neurodiversity Author/Speaker

• Our journey
• The “new normal” – A neurodivergent perspective
• Why hiring neurodiverse talent can be a competitive advantage in tech roles
• Brilliant Minds Community App - how you can help

• My Neurodiverse story
• How I have supported neurodiversity in the workplace
• The importance of understanding neurodiverse strengths
• The importance of reasonable adjustments in the workplace

• Neurodiversity - What definition are we working to
• What are the barriers that neurodivergent people face in employment?
• How might we address these barriers?
• We are only at the beginning, so what next?

• The session will address how technology can be a part of reasonable workplace adjustments. It can provide equal opportunities and ongoing development, making work more accessible and supporting neurodiversity
• We will share good practice and, how neurodivergent employees can benefit from discreet digital support, enabling them to thrive in the workplace
• It doesn’t need to be difficult for employers to make reasonable adjustments. We will share funding pathways and how a collaborative support tool helps employees and their employers. Digital tools are an investment, not a cost and can benefit the whole workforce
• We will share outcomes that arise when using technology to help people find and stay in work, with a focus on some real stories of transitioning into employment

• Exploring the benefits and importance of addressing disability disadvantage for Neurodiverse employees
• What we’re doing to address disability disadvantage
• Overview of the challenges faced when implementing a unified plan in a large, complex organisation
• How we’re working to overcome challenges
• Looking at what still needs to be done