We couldn't have an employment series without welcoming back Jonathan Laloz, founder and CEO of Self Plus Plus (see Episode 9 for our first chat)! With 22 years of experience in the small business, corporate and government sectors, Jonathan combines this with his understanding and lived experience of neurodiversity to support autistic people from teens to adults gain meaningful employment (or to create their own). In today's episode we discuss: some common obstacles that prevent neurodiverse people from gaining employment; how this changes or amplifies for long term unemployed people; a range of benefits that come from hiring neurodiverse people; big (and small) changes we can make in the employment industry and more generally, in order to create more inclusivity and improve accessibility; and key information about Jonathan's upcoming Autism Employment Accelerator program, which you don't want to miss! Find out more or contact Jonathan and the team at Self Plus Plus to see how they can help you, right here: https://selfplus.plus/ You can also connect with Self Plus Plus on Facebook or LinkedIn. . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: [email protected] Facebook  |  Instagram   . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: [email protected] Facebook  |  Instagram