For #AutismAcceptanceMonth, we spoke to members of Rover’s Making an Impact for the NeuroDiverse (MIND) Employee Resource Group, which celebrates and promotes an inclusive, supportive & safe community for all Neurodivergent employees. They shared their lived experiences, the support they find in their pets, and their message for non-autistic allies: “Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a spectrum and is almost certainly more complex and diverse than the image most people have in their minds".
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In March, we celebrate Developmental Disabilities (DD) and Brain Injury (BI) Awareness month. This webinar will highlight innovative strategies for removing barriers to further advance competitive, integrated employment and economic outcomes for people with DD and BI through small business ownership. Synergies Work, the largest startup hub in the United States for disability-led businesses, will highlight how people with DD and BI have been successful in launching and maintaining their own businesses. The National Association of State Head Injury Administrators (NASHIA) will share the latest data and employment trends for people with BI. NASHIA will also discuss current service gaps and proposed solutions to maximize employment opportunities. We’ll also hear perspectives from Angad Sahgal, an entrepreneur with DD, and Kymberlee Baker, an entrepreneur with BI, on key elements needed to establish and operate a business based.
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Emotional Mastery Coaching/ Relationship & Neurodiversity Coaching / Emotional Culture & Neurodiversity Awareness Business Training
Welcome to day one of Neurodiversity Celebration Week! Today, we are celebrating Steph's incredible journey of building a neurodiversity-friendly empire! 🌟 'The thing is, when I went into thie stream of work, I didn’t know I was neurodivergent. I suspected I was autistic, but my experience (I thought) was more because I had supported and raised a neurodiverse child. Little did I realise - I had both ADHD and ASD. I started my business in October 2020 after having the 3rd surgery in a long line of surgeries to rebuild my pelvis due to a birth defect found at age 27. In the beginning, I was still figuring out what I liked so I did it all, and I realised that actually I LOVED all of it. Some things lit my brain up more than others, and so I focused on that. A huge “OMG I LOVE THIS” moment was helping others to achieve things for themselves, but a huge block for many people who wanted my services was that they were new businesses with limited funds to spend on getting help. I became aware of the Access to Work programme about 6 months into having my business, but I had no idea that it could do so much for people who needed it - and best of all, it can be used to fund my services which is incredible. I’ve always approached my business with a ‘start where you are, use what you have, do what you can’ mentality. I think these days, people buy into getting lots of advice from lots of people, especially where neurodivergence is at play, and the reality is, THEY ALREADY HAVE A SKILL. By deploying my little mantra, I didn’t need to invest in much until my third year of business, because I just did my best, and researched what I didn’t know.' - Stephanie Ward, Director of Stephanie Ward Online Business Services. To continue reading Steph's celebration, head over to https://lnkd.in/eyZrTHpA #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #NeurodiversityCelebration #CelebrateDifferences #EmbraceNeurodiversity #NeurodiversityAwareness #DiverseBrains #EmpowerNeurodiversity #AcceptanceForAll #JanetSmithHarrison #JanetSmithHarrisonCoaching #JanetSmithHarrisonTraining #JanetSmithHarrisonCoachingAndTraining
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Just when you think there’s no hope for a situation, a place like The 34 Project comes along and demonstrates that anything is possible. 🤍 This organization is doing AMAZING things for people suffering with neurological disabilities. We 🫶🏽’d working on this #BrandStory. Check it out, and show them a little love by following their page! 👍 #ElevatedMarketing #ElevateYourBrand #VideoStoryTelling #BrandStoryTelling #StoriesMatter #StoriesAreKey #Stories
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Senior Specialist Hearing Impairment and deaf affairs at National Council of and for persons with disabilities
Why is it important to understand the five different groups of impairments (physical, intellectual, neurological, psychosocial, and sensory) that may result in five different forms of disability? These principles help us identify and analyze the four types of barriers (physical, attitudinal, informational, and communication) experienced by the five disability groups mentioned. Without understanding the foregoing, it is impossible to be able to negotiate (within a legal framework) the four forms of reasonable accommodations to which those concerned may claim, namely assistive devices, technology, adjustments, and modifications. This is a well-structured process that enables persons with impairments to negotiate for equal inclusion in an inaccessible society. The ball is in your hands as to whether you want to use these principles as prescribed in legislation, codes, and guidelines to make a difference in the lives of millions of people with impairments in our country. We also have a responsibility to challenge legislation, codes, guidelines, and systems that are still exclusive in terms of recognizing the specific needs of the five different disability groups. For more information, contact us at the Global Peer Support Network via email at peerssupport@faniedreams.com or by text message at 082 820 7358. National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities Fanie du Toit https://lnkd.in/eDxUDJVb
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Neuroinclusion Coach, Consultant and Content Creator | Talent Strategy Leader | Future of Work Specialist
Here's a bit of neurodivergent myth-busting for you: Neuroinclusion doesn't create unfair advantage. ♿ Neurodivergence is a disability. By our condition/s AND by a world designed for neurotypical brains. However, the disabled villainised in a neoliberal capitalist society as inherently lacking value, and even a moral compass. This normalised ableist thinking results in reasonable adjustment requests being denied (or even asked for). 🏢 The working world is not neutrally designed. Who says 9-5 is normal? Why is the office the be all and end all? Will the universe collapse if you can't see my detailed 12 week plan? Unfortunately, fitting in to neurotypical behavioural norms is more important than creating the right environment for performance. ⚖ Equality is not a zero sum game. Some dominant group members define themselves as being/ having more than the marginalised and so rage when equality is pursued. We're accused of wanting too much, that we've had enough equality, that our requested 'preferential treatment' discriminates against the dominant group. Neurodivergent people don’t want more rights and benefits than our neurotypical counterparts. We ask for adjustments so that we can have a somewhat level playing field. They are not optional extras, luxuries or unnecessary costs, and they certainly don’t give us an unfair advantage. Neurodivergent needs are also not a sign of laziness, over-sensitivity or entitlement. They are a sign of a generation of people waking up to the realisation that if organisations want to get the best out of them, they must now provide a work environment that isn't only neurotypical-friendly. We scoff at those who rejected the idea of maternity leave 50 years ago - and in a few years’ time we’ll be doing the same to those who dismiss neurodivergent needs today. #AuDHD #autism #adhd #neurodiversityatwork #neurodivergence I've just completed a 3-part series on busting neurodivergent myths - to see them, subscribe to my Substack, Neuromusings!
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🎉🧠 It's #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek, a time to recognise the many strengths and talents that come from thinking differently. It's an important reminder to challenge misconceptions about neurological differences, and advocate for a society that accepts, includes, and empowers neurodivergent individuals. Let's work towards a neuroinclusive culture, where everyone feels valued. If you want to learn more about how you can support neurodiversity in the workplace, explore our autism training: https://buff.ly/3GAx7my #Neurodiversity #NeurodiversityWeek #NCW2024 #Neuroinclusion #DiversityandInclusion #AutismAcceptance Image description: The text reads: "Neurodiversity Celebration Week! Celebrating different minds. 18 - 24 March 2024."
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Too often, autistic people are portrayed as unidimensionally gloomy, struggling, or sad. Most AI-generated images of an “autistic person” portray a young, white man, sitting in the dark, looking miserable. Autism stereotypes ignore not just productivity, but the joy that comes with autistic love of nature, animals, writing, inventing – or other types of meaningful work." #EmployDifferentThinking #neurodiversity #TempleGrandin #ChrisPackham Read more on "Embracing Autistic Joy to Build Better Workplaces" in our latest blog post written by Ludmila Praslova, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP, Âû https://lnkd.in/eHSjKUws
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💙 Big thanks to SoDA - Software Development Association Poland for shining a light on our "Authentic Autism" project. It’s such a joy to see our efforts to foster understanding and acceptance of autism getting some love and attention. These days, I know a lot of us in the tech world find ourselves in a tough spot, with brilliant minds waiting for the next big project. It’s a common challenge, but guess what? It’s also a hidden opportunity to spread some kindness and make a real difference. 🌍 That’s exactly what we’re doing at BlueRider.Software . We’ve teamed up with Tech To The Rescue and dived headfirst into projects that tug at our heartstrings—one for autism awareness and another fighting air pollution in Thailand with Thailand Clean Air Network. It’s not just work; it’s our way of giving back, using our skills for something bigger :) To my friends in other software houses who might be facing the “bench” situation—let’s talk. There’s so much good we can do together, turning those quiet moments into chances to help out where it’s needed most. Let’s keep the conversation going. Who knows what amazing things we can achieve with a bit of teamwork and a lot of heart <3 ? #AuthenticAutism #TechForGood #MakeADifference #SoDA #BlueRiderSoftware
🧩💙 Autism is a subject that requires attention and understanding. It is often burdened with stereotypes and misconceptions. The initiative of our member company SoDA BlueRider.Software, which created the "Authentic Autism" project, aims to change the social perception of autism by eliminating misinformation and promoting accurate knowledge. 💙 We spoke with Sebastian Burzyński, (CTO at BlueRider.Software) - he told us about the platform's construction, the information verification process, and the project's plans. Check out the interview on our SoDA blog: https://lnkd.in/dFC_iX2t
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