Studies show that around 15 – 20% of the population is ‘neurodivergent,’ meaning they have a neurological difference. Highly creative and innovative thinking are some of the unique strengths neurodivergent employees can bring to the workplace and this free webinar will explore how neurodiversity can be effectively managed and supported in your organisation.

Join Hifsa O’Kelly, an experienced employment lawyer here at Willans and guest speaker, Maria Rogers, HR consultant and neurodiversity coach at NeuroThrive People Solutions & Coaching to learn more.

There will be 10-15 minutes at the end for questions, if you would like to send any questions in advance of the webinar, please do so on registration or by emailing events@willans.co.uk

Topics covered:

• What is Neurodiversity?
• ADHD and Autism – challenges and strengths
• How employers can help neurodivergent individuals to thrive
• Best practice – where to get help

Use the ‘Register’ button below to book your place and you’ll receive joining instructions ahead of the event.

Who should attend:

• Directors (CEO, MD, FD) and senior executives with responsibility for HR and risk management issues
• Business owners
• HR professionals
• In-house legal advisors
• People managers

Time:

10.00am-11:00am including Q&A

The webinar link will be sent to everyone registered ahead of the event.

If you have any questions in the meantime, please contact us at events@willans.co.uk.

Speakers:

Hifsa O’Kelly, Senior associate, solicitor in employment law at Willans LLP solicitors. A specialist in employment law since qualifying as a solicitor in 2011, she has experience acting for individuals and businesses on unfair dismissal, settlement agreements, redundancy, TUPE, discrimination and whistleblowing claims.

Maria Rogers, HR consultant and neurodiversity coach at NeuroThrive People Solutions & Coaching. Maria brings over 16 years of HR experience underpinned by a CIPD Level 7 Advanced Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management. Her career spans industries such as manufacturing, professional services and travel, with roles in renowned global and UK-based organisations. Maria’s ADHD diagnosis in August 2023 ignited a passion to use her expertise as a neurodivergent HR professional to support the neurodivergent community and to help businesses create truly neuro-inclusive workplaces.

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