Transforming Workplaces for Neurodiverse Individuals Panelists:

• Cheryl Thompson - Leadership Coach
• Oliver McNevin - Founder, New Divergent
• Andrew Ward - Cybersecurity Professional

Moderator:

• Zoe Haydn Jones - Director and Founder, Jobs for Women and Jobs for Neurodiverse

Topics covered

Understanding Individuals Through Questions and Caring

• Cheryl shares her background in management and focus on understanding individuals
• Panelists discuss the importance of asking questions respectfully to gain understanding

Experiences in Cybersecurity and Learning Differences

• Andrew shares his experience working in cybersecurity and being diagnosed with dyslexia
• Panel discusses challenges with masking and self-discovery

Masking and Fitting In at Work

• Oliver discusses his diagnosis and experiences with the education system
• Importance of feeling authentic and reducing fear of judgment in the workplace

Creating Safe and Inclusive Work Environments

• Top-down leadership is key to implementing meaningful change
• Societal attitudes must shift to prioritize individuality and acceptance

Accommodations and Adjustments

• Panel provides examples of accommodations like communication preferences
• Employers should understand each employee's unique needs

Breaking Barriers in Recruitment

• Interview processes should focus on skills rather than extraneous criteria
• Candidates should feel empowered to showcase their strengths authentically

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