Neurodiversity Awareness July 2025

8 July 2025 9:00am–12:00pm

Taking place online via Zoom

This session will focus on neurodiversity, fostering inclusivity and understanding colleagues and clients who may have neurodivergent conditions.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the concept of neurodiversity and its importance
  • Have an overview of common neurodivergent conditions such as ADHD and ASC
  • Be aware of some of the strengths and challenges associated with neurodivergence
  • Offer practical tips for fostering inclusivity and understanding.

Attendees should expect to participate in this workshop fully via the group chat and will be invited to use their camera and mic at appropriate times during the session. This workshop will not be recorded and we ask members to only sign up if they are sure they can attend. While presentation slides will not be shared, a workbook will be provided in advance of the session and session notes will be shared following the workshop.

This workshop will be delivered on Tuesday 8th July 2025, 9am – 12pm via Zoom.

Spaces will be allocated on a first come, first served, basis.

To apply for a place to attend this workshop, please complete and submit the following form:

Neurodiversity Awareness July 2025

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