Overview

Neurodiversity awareness bitesize presentations are a great way to introduce the topic of neurodiversity in your workplace. This one-hour informative and engaging presentation will give attendees an understanding of what neurodiversity is and why it matters.

The presentation covers:

• overview of the different neurodivergent processing differences eg dyslexia, dyspraxia (DCD), dysgraphia, dyscalculia, ADD, ADHD and autistic spectrum condition
• common misconceptions and stereotypes
• associated challenges and strengths
• potential impact on mental health and general well-being
• what employers can do to support their neurodivergent employees and the benefits to both the individual and employer.

Speaker

Daniel Brooke, Founder and Director, Neurodiversity Specialists

Daniel founded Neurodiversity Specialists to provide organisations with the knowledge and tools to benefit from having a neurodiverse workforce and to understand the value of neurodiversity.

Daniel is a British Dyslexia Association (BDA) qualified workplace needs assessor, first aid for mental health instructor, experienced coping strategies coach and employability skills trainer and has experience supporting over a thousand neurodivergent individuals across many different sectors.

Daniel also has a strong passion for advising organisations on how to create a clear process of support for neurodivergent employees and how to attract, and retain neurodiverse talent.

The material presented in this webinar has not been peer-reviewed. Any opinions are the presenter's own and do not necessarily represent those of IChemE or the Aberdeen Members Group. The information is given in good faith but without any liability on the part of IChemE.

Time

12:00–13:00 BST.

Software

The presentation will be delivered via GoToWebinar®. Check system requirements.

You are advised to join the webinar at least ten minutes before the scheduled start time, to allow for your computer to connect.

Webinar archive

This webinar is free of charge and open to all to attend, but if you wish to access the slides and a recording to replay on demand then you will need to be a member of the Aberdeen Members Group.