Webinar to focus on how managers can create a neuroinclusive workplace
A new webinar is set to provide practical insights and tips on how managers can create a supportive, neuroinclusive workplace where everyone thrives.
It is organised by Cape Coaching and Development and will take place on Tuesday, 10 December from 10.30 to 11.30 am.
The webinar draws on recent research from CIPD where 52 per cent of employers say their workforce has a general understanding of neurodiversity. Yet only 31 per cent of managers actively talk about it within their teams.
This gap in awareness is causing real challenges for neurodivergent employees—many of whom are hesitant to disclose their neurodivergence due to fear of stigma, assumptions, or career impact.
Research has also revealed 44 per cent of neurodivergent employees choose not to disclose because it’s private, while 37 per cent worry about harmful stereotypes, and nearly a third fear the professional consequences.
The failure of managers to support neurodivergent colleagues impacts not only the wellbeing employees but also the overall performance of an organisation.
Speakers at the event include Lynsey Kitching from CAPE Coaching & Development, Kate Wood, Work Health Hub Manager at the University of Derby, and Fred Gough, who will share his firsthand experience of being diagnosed with Autism and Dyspraxia later in life.
Together, they’ll provide practical insights and tips on how managers can create a supportive, neuroinclusive workplace where everyone thrives.
Attendees can learn about fostering a neuroinclusive environment that supports all thinkers, the dos and don’ts of communicating about neurodiversity, and how to empower neurodivergent colleagues to make an even greater impact at work.
Speaking about the event, Lynsey said: “Thank you to Kate Wood and Fred Gough for agreeing to be part of this extremely important CAPE conversation.
“I have so many questions that I’d like to ask them both about their experiences. We're hearing from many participants on our management development programmes that this is a key area where they want to develop their knowledge and have some practical strategies they can use to support colleagues.”
Fred Gough said: “I'm looking forward to taking part and helping others feel more confident about working with neurodiverse colleagues - so I am happy to answer any questions that educate and inform people to promote inclusive environments.”
Kate Wood said: “I'm looking forward to this discussion.
“I am hugely passionate about this topic and more employers need to be embracing neurodiversity within their teams.”
