Join us at the Membertou Trade & Convention Center on September 19, 2024 for an in-person half-day session 1:00-4:00pm
Our workplaces are changing in many ways and employers and organizations are having to build their knowledge capacity to address the diverse workforce to create a safe, inclusive environment where employees feel valued and have a sense of belonging. Addressing neurodiversity in the workplace is now paramount for all leaders as the number of neurodivergent individuals entering the workforce is on the increase and employers must be prepared to respond to the growing need of neurodiversity.
The concept of “neurodiversity” has many different interpretations, definitions and manifestations. For example, people who identify as autistic, ADHD, Dyslexic dyspraxic, tourette’s syndrome, and those with other cognitive differences must be treated with the same respect and dignity in our workplace. Neurodivergent people bring unique strengths and challenges.
Neurodiversity is becoming part of organizations’ Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility plans, which are seeking to incorporate the skills of those who work differently. Employers who wish to be truly inclusive cannot exclude hiring neurodivergent staff. Neurodivergent people have challenges that may make some characteristics of the workplace very uncomfortable; lighting and noise may be problematic.
Neurodiversity inclusion can be done. Adapting work-spaces and processes to be inclusive of people who are differently abled. These changes are not expensive and easy to implement.
Creating a culture that fosters belonging in the workspace will generate success from all employees. Employees will recognize that they can all bring their strengths to the workplace.
This workshop is designed to support organizations in their quest to break down those stereotypes and challenge those hidden, deep-seated biases that are counterproductive to organizational growth and development. Creating a culture of psychological safety, trust, transparent communication, and a supportive environment, with work adaptation and empathy will enable employees to thrive and potential talents to access the workforce.
Content:
- • Explain what Neurodiversity means.
- • What does Neurodiversity look like in the Workplace?
- • Explore Neurodiversity from First Voice Experience in the Workplace.
- • Building an Inclusive, Neurodiverse Workplace.
- • Learn how to support colleagues who identify as neurodiverse.
- • Fostering Belonging in the Workplace.
Format: This is a One-day or Half-day workshop facilitated by two people and it is conducted in-person, with presentation, group discussions, and hands-on activities.
Please see the link to an article written by Ann Divine and Lillian Symonds Searl who are the facilitators of this course.
Understanding neurodiversity in the workplace - My East Coast Experience
www.ashantileadership.com
Neurodiversity in the Workplace - Membertou, Cape Breton
- Thursday Sep 19 2024, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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50 Maillard St
Membertou, Nova Scotia
Canada
B1S 3W3
