Internal Response and the Move Toward Neuro Inclusion

Tanya discusses how existing neurodivergent staff reacted and how EY shifted from a siloed centre to broader neuro-inclusion efforts.

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Tania Martin, a neuro-inclusion consultant, shares her experience working with EY and the Neurodiverse Centre of Excellence (NCOE) in the UK. The NCOE was created to provide support and opportunities for neurodivergent individuals in the workplace. Tanya discusses the journey of neuro inclusion at EY, starting with a small team and growing to include over 500 individuals. She emphasises the importance of creating a safe space for neurodivergent employees and the need for ongoing conversations and support. The conversation also touches on the topic of reasonable adjustments and the challenges of finding the right support for neurodivergent individuals. In this conversation, Matt, Tania, and Andrew discuss the challenges and solutions for neurodivergent individuals in the workplace. They explore the importance of reasonable adjustments, the need for self-awareness and self-reflection, and the role of line managers in supporting neurodivergent employees. They also touch on the issue of disclosure and the need for a culture of trust and understanding. The conversation highlights the need for organisations to seek external help, level set on language and understanding of neurodiversity, and build a neurodiversity community for support and feedback.

00:00: Introduction and Background

03:24:The Journey of Neuro Inclusion at EY

08:03:The Catalyst for Neuro Inclusion

11:43:The Power of Finding Your Tribe

17:37: Reasonable Adjustments and Support

25:53: Navigating the Challenges of Neurodiversity in the Workplace

32:21: The Role of Line Managers in Supporting Neurodivergent Employees

36:45: Disclosure: A Personal Choice in a Culture of Trust

43:59: Building a Neurodiversity Community for Support and Feedback

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