Are you already, or working on becoming, a neurodivergent-friendly company? Then let the world know!
So many neurodivergent individuals hoping to enter our industry are put off applying to jobs because they are unsure that a workplace is going to truly support their needs, and value their skill sets.
They are afraid of the consequences of disclosing their neurodivergence in the application process for fear it would deter prospective employers, and aren’t confident that the company would understand their differences.
A simple, dated access statement on your website (and referenced in your job ads and in other corporate materials) that is updated annually and may include:
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a declaration of your inclusion agenda and policies
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your current communication methods
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your working patterns and practices
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any employee resource groups (ERGs)
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your levels of disability knowledge and understanding (any accreditations or qualifications you and your team have undertaken)
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a statement about the accessibility of your website, including whether it complies with regulations and any tests you have taken to ensure accessibility (and when these were completed)
… lets prospective employees and clients know that you are a neuro-inclusive
workplace.
It means that neurodivergent talent within your workforce, or hoping to enter it, can expect reasonable adjustments and open communication - without the awkward conversation. This opens up your access to new, wider talent pools - more confident in you as an employer.
In addition to job seekers, studies have shown that customers, clients, and audiences prefer socially inclusive companies. It’s just good business sense!
