Transforming Workplaces for Neurodiverse Individuals Panelists:Cheryl Thompson - Leadership CoachOliver McNevin - Founder, New DivergentAndrew Ward - Cybersecurity ProfessionalModerator:Zoe Haydn Jones - Director and Founder, Jobs for Women and Jobs for NeurodiverseTopics coveredUnderstanding Individuals Through Questions and CaringCheryl shares her background in management and focus on understanding individualsPanelists discuss the importance of asking questions respectfully to gain understandingExperiences in Cybersecurity and Learning DifferencesAndrew shares his experience working in cybersecurity and being diagnosed with dyslexiaPanel discusses challenges with masking and self-discoveryMasking and Fitting In at WorkOliver discusses his diagnosis and experiences with the education systemImportance of feeling authentic and reducing fear of judgment in the workplaceCreating Safe and Inclusive Work EnvironmentsTop-down leadership is key to implementing meaningful changeSocietal attitudes must shift to prioritize individuality and acceptanceAccommodations and AdjustmentsPanel provides examples of accommodations like communication preferencesEmployers should understand each employee's unique needsBreaking Barriers in RecruitmentInterview processes should focus on skills rather than extraneous criteriaCandidates should feel empowered to showcase their strengths authenticallyWORK WITH JOBS FOR WOMEN AND DIVERSE TALENT JOBSLooking to attract more women, disabled, and neurodiverse talent to your organisation? STAY UP TO DATE WITH THE PODCAST AND ALL THINGS DEI - JOIN OUR MAILING LISTPartner with Jobs for Women and Diverse Talent Jobs to reach a wider, more inclusive audience. From tailored job ads designed to engage diverse candidates to employer branding opportunities, including podcast sponsorship, we offer solutions that help you create a workplace where everyone can thrive. Whether you're looking to strengthen your team or build a more inclusive brand, we’ve got something for everyoneVISIT JOBS FOR WOMEN'S WEBSITEVISIT DIVERSE TALENT JOBS WEBSITEEMAIL US NOW

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