Everyone is a bit Neurodivergent and other stories’: Dispelling myths around Neurodiversity to create more inclusive workplaces

At a time when levels of diagnosis for neurodiversity are rising and at an all-time high, understanding and compassion in the workplace are crucial. This conversation, with Neurodiversity specialist Gemma Barstow, explores some of the myths and unhelpful narratives around being neurodivergent and how understanding, awareness and compassion can shape how create inclusive workplaces.

Drawing upon extensive experience of working with neurodivergent people, as well as being neurodivergent herself Gemma will help you open your mind, raise your curiosity and deepen your understanding. Gemma Barstow is a self diagnosed neurodivergent trainer and speaker. She has supported neurodivergent people for over ten years, delivering training across the UK to universities and large companies. She runs a company supporting neurodivergent people with over 100 employees, where over half of the workforce were neurodivergent. She has extensive experience of working with those who are neurodivergent. She is also a parent to a neurodivergent child and is experienced in navigating ways of parenting and the school system to ensure their needs are fully supported at every stage.