Breaking Down Barriers: Improving the Workplace Experience for Neurodivergent Canadians

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Breaking Down Barriers: Improving the Workplace Experience for Neurodivergent Canadians

Pages:20 pages45 min read

Author: Jane Hutchison

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This impact paper explores best practices for building and supporting a neurodiverse workforce and allows organizations to consider a strengths-based approach to workforce development.

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In this research, we analyze the findings of 40 interviews with neurodivergent workers and employers of neurodivergent workers to better understand the experiences of neurodivergent individuals in the workplace and how employers can better support them.

What are the most significant barriers that neurodivergent workers face in the workplace? How can employers reduce these barriers and create workplaces where neurodivergent workers thrive? What benefits have organizations that have implemented neurodiversity inclusion initiatives seen?

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Key Findings
Introduction
Barriers to Employment and Career Progression
Fostering Neurodiversity Inclusion in the Workplace
Employer Perspectives: Advantages of a Neurodiverse Workplace
Conclusion and Recommendations
Appendix A—Methodology
Appendix B—Bibliography

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