Neurodiversity in the Workplace Online Seminar 2025

Rethinking Talent: Leveraging Neurodiverse Strengths for Organisational Growth

6 February 2025
Half-day Online

Neurodiversity is more common than we may realise, with estimates suggesting that between 15% and 20% of the global adult population is neurodivergent. This encompasses neurological variations such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, Tourette syndrome, Down syndrome, and others.

Unfortunately, many employers and employees lack awareness and understanding of neurological differences, leading to misunderstandings about the capabilities and support needs of neurodivergent individuals. This lack of understanding often results in stigma and discrimination, fuelled by misconceptions and stereotypes. Neurodivergent individuals face hiring biases, limited career advancement opportunities, and, in some cases, social exclusion. With unemployment rates for neurodivergent adults as high as 30% to 40%, there is an urgent need to address these challenges.

Neurodivergent employees bring unique strengths to the workplace, including “outside-the-box” thinking, innovative problem-solving abilities, creativity, intense focus, and attention to detail. For organisations aiming to expand their diversity and inclusion objectives, it is essential to implement equitable practices that support and welcome neurodivergent talent. Without proper adjustments—such as reducing sensory overload—stress and anxiety levels may increase, impacting performance and well-being. Traditional recruitment processes also need to be revisited, as standard assessments and interview techniques may disadvantage neurodivergent candidates, potentially overlooking their unique strengths.

This seminar will provide valuable insights on advancing your organisation’s diversity and inclusion strategy by recognising the potential contributions of neurodivergent employees. Featuring South African and international experts, the sessions will include shared experiences and case studies to illustrate practical approaches.

By attending this seminar, you will learn:

• Why organisations should employ and develop neurodivergent talent.
• Which behaviours and conditions are considered neurodivergent.
• How to overcome obstacles to neurodivergent employment.
• Strategies and policies for neurodivergent inclusion.
• How to support neurodivergent employees effectively.
• Ways to adapt recruitment and assessment practices for neurodivergent candidates.
• Insights from case studies on employing and developing neurodivergent employees.

Who should attend?

• Talent Managers
• Recruitment and Selection Practitioners
• HR Executives and Leaders
• Industrial and Organisational Psychologists
• Counsellors
• Coaches
• Learning and Development Practitioners
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Officers
• Employee Wellness and Support Specialists
• Organisational Development Consultants
• Leadership and Management Executives

Registration Fees:

Registration fees exclude VAT. Includes speaker slides of the seminar

6 February 2025 • Online Half-day Seminar R3 000.00