Achieve organizational excellence by harnessing the strengths of workplace neurodiversity. Over this immersive two-day experience, you will engage in a series of practical, application-driven sessions—leaving you equipped with critical knowledge and workplace-ready strategies to foster inclusive cultures, attract and support neurodiverse talent, and design adaptable work environments. Embrace the richness of diverse perspectives and their power to drive innovation, enhance employee well-being, and propel your organization to the next level.

Grappling with a specific neurodiversity-related challenge in your workplace? Participants will be asked to bring an opportunity to work on “live” with experts and peers. Our interactive sessions offer a unique chance to apply learned strategies, reflect on learnings, and receive feedback and practical advice—all in real-time. Whether you are launching or enhancing a neurodiversity hiring initiative, improving workplace accommodations, fostering an inclusive culture, or just seeking to improve your ability to manage and lead a neurodiverse workforce you will leave with actionable solutions tailored to your organization’s needs, ready to implement and drive meaningful change.

What You Will Learn

• Understand Neurodiversity: Explore the concept of neurodiversity, the experiences of neurodivergent people in the workplace, and the value of neurodiversity to employee and organizational outcomes.
• Building Neuro-Inclusive Cultures: Learn strategies to intentionally create an environment that embraces neurodiversity and promotes inclusion.
• Navigating Accommodations: Gain knowledge on effectively managing accommodations and ensuring compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Recruiting Neurodiverse Talent: Discover innovative methods for attracting neurodiverse talent by rethinking job descriptions, refining interview processes, and improving outreach strategies.
• Coaching, Mentoring, and Onboarding: Develop the skills necessary to coach, mentor, and onboard neurodiverse employees effectively, maximizing their potential in your organization.
• Designing Inclusive Workspaces: Learn how to curate workspaces and workflows that accommodate neurodiverse employees, enhancing productivity and comfort.
• Leading and Managing a Neurodiverse Workforce: Acquire strategies for inclusive leadership and effective management of a neurodiverse team, fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Who Should Attend

Professionals passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion, including:

• Human Resources (HR) professionals seeking to advance diversity initiatives and cultivate a more inclusive workplace.
• Hiring managers striving to build dynamic, diverse, and innovative teams that drive organizational success.
• Executives and leaders committed to fostering a culture that celebrates and leverages the strengths of every employee.
• Professionals and DEI Advocates eager to learn and implement best practices for supporting and empowering neurodiverse employees.

Continuing Education Credits

14 hour(s) of continuing education

1.4 CEUs

NOTE:
This program has limited seats so please register early. If the program session becomes full, you will be notified if you must be placed on the wait list.