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Join us for an insightful webinar on dyslexia in the workplace! Many employees with dyslexia face challenges that often go unnoticed. Our webinar with Natalie Brooks will highlight how to identify and support employees with dyslexia. As someone who doesn't know much about dyslexia, I'm excited to learn and support our customers better. 🙌 Don't miss this opportunity to learn and create a more inclusive workplace. Register to join here: https://lnkd.in/edP7x28i #dyslexiaintheworkplace #inclusionmatters #carescribe #supportintheworkplace #dyslexia #dyslexiaawareness #dyslexiasupport #webinar

Being a working mom, raising a Neurodivergent child has allowed me to tap into spaces of change, awareness, education and shifting the narrative through my own experiences. And as we drive Autism Awareness and Acceptance, in the month of April. It requires us to start opening up spaces in the workplace to have these conversations which will lead up to change, psychologically safe spaces. Awareness in the workplace is crucial for fostering a culture of inclusion and an environment which will be supportive. And these are some of the ways in which organisations can kick off their journey. 1. Raise Awareness, by aligning company values, ED&I policies in understanding employees on the spectrum and how to effectively support autistic employees in the workplace. Awareness can also be driven through training intiatives in the workplace. Ensuring accessibility to information. 2. Create a culture that embraces and values neurodiversity, fostering a culture of acceptance and respect. 3. Create a culture of Support, recognising that each neurodiverse individual is unique, including the support and accommodation they may need. 4. For organisations to actively recruit and support neurodiverse employees. Creating spaces for employees to belong and thrive. There is so much that each and everyone of us can do to shift the narrative within our organisations. It starts by us having these conversations, tapping into spaces, bringing all employees along on the journey…especially parents, caregivers and individuals who are neurodivergent. Through our own experiences we are able to be the voice for the voiceless. #shiftingthenarritive #autismawarenessmonth #bethechange #inclusiveworkplaces #AutismAcceptance

Dyslexia Awareness Week is a crucial initiative dedicated to increasing understanding and support for individuals with dyslexia. In workplaces, fostering dyslexia awareness involves several key strategies. Employers can offer training to employees and management teams to raise awareness about dyslexia and its potential impact on colleagues. Implementing accessible communication methods, such as providing materials in dyslexia-friendly fonts and formats, can significantly benefit dyslexic individuals. Additionally, flexible work arrangements, like extra time for reading-intensive tasks or the use of assistive technology, can empower dyslexic employees to perform at their best. Promoting an inclusive and understanding workplace culture during Dyslexia Awareness Week and beyond ensures that all employees, regardless of their abilities, have equal opportunities to thrive and contribute effectively to the organisation. Here at Wellity we offer a range of titles ready to support your teams around this significant awareness week... - Great Minds Don't Think Alike: Creating Neuroinclusive Workplaces - Opening Eyes - Not All Disabilities Are Visible - Caring for Carers: Supporting Caregivers - Beautiful Minds: Neurodiversity Awareness For any information on these sessions, contact our team at [email protected]. #DyslexiaAwarenessWeek2023 #Dyslexia #Diversity #WorkplaceWellbeing #EmployeeWellbeing #WellbeingInitiatives #BetterEveryDay

How does a company start to establish a presence and commitment to neurodiversity? ✅ Just Start!   October is Dyslexia and ADHD Awareness month. That’s a great time to start celebrating thinking differently! I have links below for free flyers you can post in your office, hang in the common areas, or leave on lunch tables to spread awareness. ✅ Build Awareness Introduce Neurodiversity through Lunch & Learns or an Introduction into Neurodiversity training. These opportunities can help employers gauge the interest within their employee groups. ✅ Employee Resource Groups If your organization has established ERG’s, add a Neurodiverse group. ✅ Have Brave Conversations Be willing to start the conversation and share personal stories.  You will be amazed how Neurodivergent people are all around you and the great things they have accomplished. ✅ Focus on the Positives When you see different thinking, celebrate it. Always be looking and take note when people are thriving and doing their best work. Link for free workplace resources: www.neuro-osity.com

Ever wondered how your workplace can be more inclusive for neurodivergent staff this Autism Awareness Month? In this enlightening episode of #IncludabilityShorts, Our esteemed Ambassador, Alex Manners, neurodiversity and autism speaker, provides invaluable insights into fostering an inclusive workplace environment for individuals with autism and Asperger's. His expertise shines through as he speaks with our lovely Dave Holby-Wolinski to offer practical advice for both employers and employees to embrace neurodiversity effectively. They discuss: 🏢 Workspace Adaptation: Alex emphasises the importance of tailoring the workspace to suit the individual's specific needs. 🗣 Open Communication: The significance of having a designated point of contact for neurodiverse individuals to discuss concerns or challenges. 📝 Simplified Communication: To enhance understanding, simplifying language and communication is key. 📋 Clarity through Lists: For effective task management, provide clear, detailed information in the form of bullet-pointed lists. Alex's wisdom is a valuable resource for organisations striving to create an inclusive, diverse, and mentally healthy workplace. By implementing these practical tips, companies can take significant steps towards embracing neurodiversity and fostering an inclusive work environment for everyone. 🔗 Full video - https://lnkd.in/e3kc2wB6 🔗 Catch up on the series so far! - https://lnkd.in/gzgka2vA Stay tuned to our channels for more expert tips from across our community. 🚀 #InclusivityMatters #IncludabilityShorts #Neurodiversity #Aspegers #Autism #InclusiveWorkplaces #WorkplaceEnvironment #AutismAwarenessWeek

📢 Join us for our next webinar on "School to Work Transitions" on Monday 4th September 12pm. 🎙 In this webinar, Kim, Autism Consultant Nurse and Conall, Peer Support Practitioner will dive deep into the world of transitioning from school to work for autistic individuals. They will shed light on the challenges faced, the potential workplace adjustments needed, and the significance of embracing these adjustments. 🔍 Discover the significance of creating an autism-friendly working environment and the positive impact it brings to both autistic employees and their employers. 👥 Who should attend: Whether you're an autistic individual, an employer, or someone working with autistic individuals, this webinar is tailored for you. 👉 Tickets available here: https://lnkd.in/e-AgBiFa 📹 Can't make it to the live event? That's not a problem as all our webinars are recorded. As long as you've purchased a ticket, you'll receive the recording within 48 hours after the live event concludes. #Webinar #InclusionMatters #AutismAwareness #WorkplaceInclusivity #EducationForAll #EmpowerAutism

❓ Want to know what workplace benefits you might be missing out on? 👏 Autism friendly workplaces work for everyone and you can get started on making your workplace more inclusive today. ⭐️ Small changes can make a big difference for everyone. Meet Rebecca and find out how her workplace makes small adjustments that benefit her and her colleagues. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d5tRarWa

Listening to the voices of neuro divergent people who, through their insights from their lived experiences help has all to better understand, but more importantly respond and support them in more meaningful and successful ways! #inclusionmatters #inclusiveeducation #autism #voices #listentounderstand #liveandlearn https://lnkd.in/ga49Htgc

Absolutely amazing to see this workplace being neuroaffirming and actually putting in place accommodations for neurodivergent adults. There is now greater recognition that both ADHD and autism are spectrums and that people who have lower support needs (or no support needs) may still be neurodivergent. Employees may excel at many aspects of their work but struggle with one or two specific aspects as their brain works differently. Creating a supportive environment for people who thing differently is as important as an inclusive environment for people with visible disabilities. It is also crucial to remember that neurodivergence does not always mean intellectually disabled. A lot of very successful professionals (including lawyers, doctors) will not admit to being neurodivergent due to the stigma still attached to a diagnosis. https://lnkd.in/gUsm8VEt

Workplace experiences can be a source of stress and anxiety for those with autism. Here are a few easy ways that you can help make your workplace more comfortable for these co-workers. • Ask for and provide clear detail about changes and new processes • Develop a system for communicating concerns and anxieties • Share what they are doing well and provide detailed feedback Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4adEoIu