Workplace Inclusion: Neurodiversity

<< Objectives >>Objectives:• Target adult education centres to create neurodiversity awareness and improve the competences of educators• Create awareness of neurodiversity in the workplace across the EU• Employers more receptive to engaging with neurodivergent applicants• Creation of inclusive workplaces where neurodivergent individuals can thrive• Families will be aware and supportive of family members with neurodivergence issues• Promote the protection of the rights of neurodiverse persons<< Implementation >>Using non-formal education methodology we will upskill 12 adult educators in neurodiversity, employer induction HR practices, and mentoring competences at a 3-day training event in Month 14 held in Slovenia. We will evaluate the impact of this event on the trainees using KOLB’s Experiential Learning Cycle. The trainees will then support 60 employers, 48 neurodiverse participants Month 15 - Month 21. We will create a Website APP for matching employers with those on the neurodiverse spectrum.<< Results >>• An evaluated Neurodiversity Training Programme for adult educators, employers, and those on the neurodivergent spectrum• Website APP matching neurodiverse applicants to employers• 6 local end of project multiplier dissemination events to 240+ attendees• 60 employers and 30+ stakeholders engaged in the project• Mentoring of 48 neurodiverse beneficiaries• 12 case study reports from local stakeholders/practitioners• Awareness campaign to promote project sustainability