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What is neurodiversity? And does it fit into broader diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts? 

Today I sit down with Amanda Kelly (D.Psych), President and CEO of Firefly Autism and Co-Founder of the Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce (CNDCC), to learn:

• what "neurodiversity" means,
• the alarming state of under and unemployment affecting the autistic population,
• how organizations can benefit from being more neuroinclusive,
• and how we all can advocate for a more nuerodiverse, inclusive world.

Related links:

• Firefly Autism 
• The Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce
• Read more on "the resource cliff" for adults on the autism spectrum
• NYT: Learn more about the alarming roll-back on child labor laws happening in the US
• Learn more about the unemployment rates of adults with autism
• Ep 390: How to Manage ADHD in the Workplace with Alex Gilbert
• Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn here
• The Bossed Up Courage Community on Facebook
• Bossed Up's LinkedIn Group