talkADHD Creating a neuroinclusive workplace
Aug 1, 2024
Tania Martin, a neuro-inclusion consultant and founder of Peg Squared, discusses her work at EY and the establishment of the Neurodiverse Centre of Excellence. She highlights the journey from a small initiative to a global effort supporting over 500 neurodivergent employees. Tania emphasizes the importance of reasonable adjustments and ongoing support, alongside the need for companies to foster a culture of trust and understanding. The conversation also touches on the impact of senior leaders disclosing neurodivergence and the significance of creating an inclusive environment for all.
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Career Shift Into Neuroinclusion
- Tania Martin described moving from 20 years in corporate roles into neuro-inclusion work after founding Peg Squared and joining EY's NCOE.
- She combined change management experience with lived ADHD to build workplace neuroinclusion initiatives.
Business Case Sparked The NCOE
- EY's Neurodiverse Centre of Excellence began as a focused talent-solution to a recruitment shortage in tech.
- It proved successful and scaled to dozens of centres and 500+ hires by prioritizing skills over traditional fit.
Existing Staff Felt Overlooked
- As EY publicised the NCOE, existing neurodivergent staff raised concerns about being overlooked historically.
- That push led EY to shift from siloed centres toward broader neuroinclusion for current employees.