Introduction to Neurodiversity in the Workplace
Introduction to Neurodiversity in the Workplace
This webinar introduces neurodiversity in the workplace, giving attendees a practical, outcomes-focused understanding of the value and impact of thinking differently.
Participants will explore the benefits of cognitive diversity, learn key strategies to foster inclusion and psychological safety, and receive guidance on supporting neurodivergent colleagues - whether or not they have disclosed.
Importantly, the approaches covered don’t just support neurodivergent employees; they make work better for everyone!
Key Takeaways
- Gain an understanding of neurodiversity, including common neurodivergent presentations and their strengths in a business context
- Dispel myths and reduce stigma surrounding neurodivergence
- Learn practical strategies for inclusive language, feedback, meetings, and collaboration that support all communication styles
- Learn how to support neurodivergent colleagues without assumptions or overreach.
- You can book places for yourself and/or colleagues by clicking the button below.
- This event will take place on Zoom.
- Closed Captions can be enabled by participants.
- Please email eileen@wheel.ie if you have any special requirements.
Meet Your Presenters
Rebecca Molloy
Rebecca is an accomplished leadership consultant and entrepreneur with over 20 years’ global experience across retail, eCommerce, and technology sectors. She is the founder of TrustWorki, a workplace culture consultancy focused on building high-trust, sustainable-performance in teams to improve engagement, develop inclusive leaders, foster outcome excellence and engage all minds at work.
Rebecca is neurodivergent herself, so brings lived experience as well as practical insight, academic rigour, and inclusive leadership expertise to every engagement. She is passionate about empowering future-ready workplaces that deliver both human and business value.
Alice O’Donnell
Alice qualified as a coach with Kingstown College and has over 30 years’ experience in the Education sector. She specialises in working with neurodivergent clients, their employers and families in a positive and affirming way. Her work as chairperson of an autism charity and her lived experience have led her to working in this area.
Alice has experience in design and delivery of workshops and training sessions and has worked with organisations that include Specialisterne, Bray Area Partnership and Erris WorkAbility.
