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Neurodiversity 101: Foundations for Understanding and Inclusion

Neurodivergent people are part of every workplace, service and community. Yet many people are still expected to support, work alongside or advocate with neurodivergent people without ever being given clear, respectful information about what neurodiversity actually means.

This course provides a grounded introduction to neurodiversity through a lived-experience and human rights lens. It explores what neurodivergence is, common neurotypes and the different ways people experience the world. It also looks at how everyday environments, systems and expectations can create barriers — and what inclusion can look like in practice.

The course is designed to be accessible and practical. It avoids clinical language and instead focuses on understanding, respect and real-world application.

Whether you are a worker, community member, parent, advocate or simply wanting to learn more, this course offers a solid foundation for understanding neurodiversity and supporting inclusion.

Complete the self-paced course now!

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Neuro-Inclusion in the Workplace

This workshop helps organisations create environments where neurodivergent people can thrive, not just be accommodated.

Each session is tailored to your organisation, reflecting your workplace culture, priorities and team needs. Drawing on my lived experience as an Autistic, disabled professional and my work across national policy and reform, I guide teams through the fundamentals of neurodiversity and the principles of neuro-inclusion — from recruitment and workplace design to communication, leadership and culture.

Participants will learn practical, relevant strategies for inclusive language, adjustments and organisational change, grounded in both evidence and real-world experience.

Ideal for managers, HR professionals and diversity leads who want to move beyond compliance toward genuine inclusion and lasting cultural change.

Duartion: 1.5 - 3 hours.

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Bespoke Workshops

Looking for something different? I also design and deliver bespoke workshops tailored to your organisation’s focus or project.

I’ve developed and facilitated sessions on a wide range of topics — including: Neurodiversity, the NDIS, disability inclusion and the prevention of gender-based violence.

Each workshop is designed to meet your needs, whether you’re seeking professional development for staff, stakeholder engagement, or sector-specific training that connects policy with practice.

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