Disability is a spectrum with a wide range of appearances and capabilities – with some forms of disability being visible and many others harder to spot.
In this episode, we’ll speak about disability and neurodiversity. There are numerous proven business benefits to hiring a diverse workforce, however there are still significant barriers in many UK workplaces for disabled candidates.
In this episode, we cover several key topics including:
(2:07-10:57) Employment Law Update led by Adam Haines, Partner at Aaron & Partners.
(11:07-30:20) How to create a organisation that is neurodiversity inclusive – providing the correct support at recruitment stage through to employment stage & beyond. Discussed by Chris Dabbs (Chief Executive at Unlimited Potential), Kate Omonigho Pearson (Head of Social Justice at Genius Within), Lorna Culpin (Assistant Director for the Neuro-Diverse Centre for Excellence at EY).
(30:30-46:56) A conversation with Andy Walker, Engagement Coordinator at Breakthrough UK. What are the key insights from a disabled people’s panel, that will provide advice to employers on how to improve their recruitment and retention techniques?
Connect with The Good Employment Charter:
Connect on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3CSB3NO) and LinkedIn (https://bit.ly/3kSV9BA)
Check out the Charter Website: https://bit.ly/3CXj09m
Resources relevant to this episode:
Unlimited Potential: The Meaningful Employment of Autistic People Report: https://bit.ly/3PqLYFg
Breakthrough UK: Resource Links: https://bit.ly/3PqM1kq
Neurodiversity Hub: Resources for Employers: https://bit.ly/3IXKWOG
The music in this episode is by Blue Dot Sessions. Tracks featured: Dirtbike Lovers, Borough, Turning to You, These Times.
