Creating Neurodiverse Friendly Workplaces

We're All Wired Differently - What neurodiversity actually means and what it doesn't - The many ways neurodivergence shows up at work - Why neurodivergent people represent an extraordinary and largely untapped workforce Let's Clear the Air - Letting go of the myths and misconceptions that hold workplaces back - What accommodation really looks like, and why it's less complicated than we think (Note: not legal advice) - What a good accommodation conversation looks like for everyone involved Culture is Everything - What it feels like to belong and what it feels like when you don't - Building psychological safety for people who think differently - Moving from "we tolerate differences" to "we genuinely value them" The Environment Matters More Than You Think - How light, sound, and temperature affect neurodivergent employees - Simple, low-cost changes that make a big difference - Rethinking where and how work happens- flexible, remote, and hybrid options Leading People, Not Managing Outputs - Shifting to a results-oriented approach (ROWE) - Meeting people where they are- flexible communication and supervision - Seeing and building on the strengths neurodivergent employees bring Knowing Yourself at Work - Understanding your own working style and needs - How and when to advocate for yourself - Navigating accommodation conversations with confidence The HR Professional as Culture Builder - Weaving neurodiversity into hiring, onboarding, and retention - Supporting managers and employees through the accommodation process - Building policies that reflect people, not just compliance