Resource Library #Autism

Here are some best practices for minimising workplace conflict in neurodiverse teams:

Here are some best practices for employers to respond to disclosure of accommodation needs from neurodivergent individuals.

Employers must take a more proactive role in identifying, suggesting and implementing adjustments for their autistic employees as opposed to placing the burden solely on the employee, a UK study has found.

Autism employment programs may not be the most inclusive framework for autistic employees to integrate into the workplace, according to an Australian study of one such autism employment program.

Disclosing an autism diagnosis can be a difficult decision for autistic employees who are seeking workplace accommodations and may find disclosure of a diagnosis crucial to obtaining those work accommodations.

Despite completing autism training and spending years working with autistic people, neurotypical bosses are still more likely to blame the autistic person for their social challenges instead of their workplace environment.

A range of terms are used to describe members of the autistic community. Some of these labels tend to be preferred over others, and some of these labels can feel exclusionary and disempowering.

Nicci Richman, a Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Consultant at Audir, spoke to Rachel Worsley about why many neurodivergent people remain misunderstood in the workplace, and what to do about this challenge.

Countless misconceptions about autism exist, particularly the traits and experiences of autistic women. Motivated to raise understanding and acceptance of our experiences, I decided to write an article.

Samantha Nuttall, neurodivergent founder of "The Neurodivergent Coach", shares why traditional careers advice doesn't work for neurodivergent people and how she aims to solve this problem.

What are some practical tips on busting ND stigma and stereotypes that managers can implement today?

Hunter Hansen, an autistic business analyst at Apple, is also the creator of popular Youtube channel "The Life Autistic". His videos have clocked up thousands of views and dozens of comments praising his funny but informative take on common issues facing autistic people in life and in the workplace. Here, he speaks to Rachel Worsley about how he got started.