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HR in Review 33 – How can you celebrate neurodiversity within the workplace? with Andrew Jones

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About this Episode

In this HR in Review episode, Amelia Brand talks with Andrew Jones, Chief Executive and Senior Adviser at Agility in Mind. They discuss what it means to be neurodivergent, the challenges of representation and inclusion of neurodivergent individuals in the workplace, and how managers can support neurodivergent employees—especially in remote settings.

Guest: Andrew Jones
Andrew is the Chief Executive and Senior Adviser at Agility in Mind, an organisation focused on providing leadership and operational strategies. He has over 20 years of experience in business strategy and operation, helping companies adapt and thrive through organisational change.

Questions for Andrew Include:

  • How do you define neurodiversity?
  • It is fair to say that neurodiversity is lagging far behind when it comes to representation and inclusion. What do you think companies are doing to address this?
  • What do you think are some of the strengths of having neurodiverse staff in the workforce?
  • Can you outline some of the ways employers can make sure neurodiversity is actually celebrated in the workplace?
  • How can managers and employers engage their workforce to implement this change?

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Podcast Host and Guests for this Edition

Host: Amelia Brand
Amelia Brand is the Editor for HRreview. With a master’s degree in Legal and Political Theory, her particular interests within HR include employment law, DE&I, and wellbeing within the workplace. Prior to working with HRreview, Amelia was Sub-Editor of a magazine, and Editor of the Environmental Justice Project at University College London, writing and overseeing articles for UCL’s weekly newsletter. Her previous academic work has focused on philosophy, politics, and law, with a special focus on how artificial intelligence will feature in the future.

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Guest: Andrew Jones, Chief Executive at Agility in Mind
Andrew has extensive experience in leading companies through complex changes and building strategies that foster organisational development. He is dedicated to helping businesses make informed decisions and implement change effectively.

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