Neurodiversity exists in the world and should be in the workplace too
1st April 2020 -1 in 7 people has a neurodivergent condition, yet only 10% of employers say they actually consider neurodiversity in their people management practices. That means employers are missing out on some simple but effective adjustments they could make to recruit and retain members of the neurodivergent community - a community of individuals who bring a wealth of talent to any organization.
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1st April 2020 -Masters in their field with incredible knowledge and passion which radiates as they speak, yet struggling with employment?!
Unfortunately, this is the case for many individuals on the Autistic Spectrum. In fact, upwards of 80% of individuals with autism are unemployed. A barrier exists between talented individuals and the workplace. There's a lack of understanding in how to recruit and retain neurodivergent individuals in a way which empowers their success. It's something we're passionate about tackling, and in light of Autism Awareness Month we're sharing a few thoughts on how to be mindful of different minds...
Continue ReadingNeurodiversity at work: a 360 degree view
1st April 2020 -In this guest blog, we hear from our friends at auticon, an International IT service provider with a mission to 'improve the employment prospects of autistic people through providing high quality careers, shifting perceptions in the workplace, and encouraging others to welcome neurodiversity to their wider workforce'...
Continue Reading10 ways to support employees with Autism
1st April 2020 -Updated: 31st October 2023
Making sure employees are happy should be a priority within the workplace, after all they are the do-er’s who help the business to grow. Taking some time aside to reflect on their working environment and what adjustments could be made to make their day to day a little brighter, will have huge benefits for productivity and employee retainment.
Continue ReadingWhat is the EU Web Accessibility Directive?
26th March 2020 -There’s no doubt the internet plays a significant, and growing, part in the way we live. We book flights online, secure hotel reservations, apply for jobs, do banking, make doctor’s appointments and research the web for offers and information that is relevant to us. But there’s still a huge number of people in the EU unable to do this due to inaccessible websites.
With the deadline for compliance with the EU Web Accessibility Directive fast approaching, are you ready?
Continue ReadingFree Browsealoud access to support essential COVID-19 communications
23rd March 2020 -In this time of increasing uncertainty and change, web accessibility is more important than ever. As we’ve said before, digital inclusion is something that should be on everybody’s mind, and as social distancing measures come into effect, the ability for everyone to be able to access goods and services online is becoming more crucial everyday. That's why we're offering you our web accessibility tool, Browsealoud, free for 90 days - to help you support your online customers.
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