Mel Francis is an accomplished HR Director and she joins me to talk about Neurodiversity in the workplace. Mel supports HR, and Diversity and Inclusion professionals, on their journey through her company, NeuroinclusiveHR. We explore: What neurodiversity really isDifferent types of neurodiverse conditions and their common traits that may be evident at workBias, stigma, stereotypes and the use of languageThe power of ingroups and outgroups, The impact of culture and psychological safetyThe value of people uniqueness and the cost of fuelling ignoranceThe correlation between neurodiversity and mental health challengesThe responsibility of employers Mel provides practical steps to achieving a neurodiverse company. Whether you're starting out or looking to apply a neurodiverse lens to all stages of the employee lifecycle, she has clear advice about what to do. More about MelMel is an accomplished HR Director with over 25 years’ experience gained within complex matrix organisations in the public, private, and not for profit sectors. Links to contact Mel:LinkedIn: Melanie Francis Website: www.neuroinclusivehr.com Resources & ReferencesUnderstanding the spectrum Neurodiversity at Work – Professor Amanda Kirby and Theo Smith Rebel Ideas – The power of thinking differently - Matthew Syed Do-IT Profiler – Neurodiversity screening and tools ONS Report - Outcomes for disabled people in the UK: 2020 ILM – Workplace neurodiversity – The Power of Difference Employment Law Journal article (PDF Download) Everymind at work - Neurodiversity resources Board Diversity...