Engaging Neurodiverse Learners – from their “lived” experience

• Nearly 33% of the population live with neurodiversity within the areas of learning, mental health or behaviour development areas
• Many are not diagnosed
• Research suggests that 4:1 are male

Further research indicates nearly 70% of employers are reporting difficulties in filling vacant positions, and with 77% of autistic people saying they want to work, the time has come for us to unpack this from a recruitment, training, and learning perspective.  One work example from JP Morgan, eg autistic people were found to be far more productive (by 50%) far more quickly (6mths versus 3 years) in areas that leveraged their strengths.

The AITD Divisional Council in SA invite you to join us for a panel discussion with a difference. Here we will be joined by 4 neurodiverse learners and facilitators who will share their first-hand experience of how typical learning or training activities work (or don’t work) for them.

As our quality ‘A List’ of panellists are from across Australia, we are taking this event online through AITD’s webinar facilities, so, get yourself ready by charging up your tech device, sort your drink of preference, snacks plate and notebook ready.

This is one event you do not want to miss!

Meet the panel:

Jeremy Nagel - Neurospicy (software developer turned) startup founder/product manager

Jeremy is a neurodivergent software developer turned startup founder. His startup, Focus Bear, is a distraction management and wellbeing app for people with ADHD/ASD. Prior to starting Focus Bear, he sold his last company, Smooth Messenger, to MessageMedia. He's passionate about helping neurodivergent people thrive in the workplace.

Matt Thomson - People, Culture & Org Development Specialist | Kinesics Expert | Speaker | Author | Former Detective & Undercover Operative

A popular consultant in Change Management and Organisational Improvement through people and culture innovation, Matt’s unique background beginning as a specialist detective and undercover operative brings a specialised skill set. Matt studied and trained in the techniques of kinesics; the diverse methods of reading people through body language, facial triggers, behavioural analysis and the varying techniques used to understand individuals, effectively influence and ultimately, achieve results. While the benefits of these skills were obvious to his investigative roles, through additional studies and process development, Matt helps leaders understand the significant benefits available through understanding people and how to effectively influence and motivate to increase capability and culture. 

Peter Arbery - Founder/CEO at The Training Guru

Peter is known for his ability to conduct fun and beneficial group training sessions and one-on-one coaching for organisations and individuals within both the private and public sector. He meets with clients to establish the training needs and works with them to ensure greater impact on the effectiveness and to achieve results. Peter shares with us his own personal experience of how he has successfully manoeuvred the landscape of living with dyslexia. Peter grew up with the written word causing a little bit of pain and a ton of embarrassment. His experience is not unique. As learning professionals, you may have someone you are currently helping and they are either not aware or do not want to highlight, the obstacles your strategies are giving them. Peter’s story is a chance for us to reset and challenge how we can remain mindful and respectful to all learners.

Kory Sherland - Founder of Autie Talk, work strategy coach to neurodivergent teens and adults.

Kory Sherland is a life and work strategy coach and peer mentor to neurodivergent teens and adults. Kory is also a consultant to service providers and employers, bridging the gap between the neurotypical and neurodivergent communication styles, providing relevant and effective professional development programs that support you so you can support your neurodivergent clients and employees better. She is the founder of Autie Talk and offers a range of services including team training on Zoom and online programs. Kory is a big advocate for embracing and supporting neurodiversity in the workplace for win-win outcomes. www.autietalk.net

Key Takeaways:

• Hear first-hand how psychological safety plays into inclusive learning culture.
• Gain ideas of how you can easily adapt your learning and training to truly engage neurodiverse people.
• Build your understanding of how learning activities using VAK and 70:20:10 (and more) can positively impact neurodiverse learners

Please note:

Members: FREE
Non members $20.00 per person
The login to join the session will be sent to registered attendees the day prior to the event.

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