Join Melanie Whetzel, principal consultant from the Job Accommodation Network, for a session that focuses on autism and neurodiversity in the workplace. Learn what this concept means and how autistic individuals may be covered as persons with a disability under the ADA. Questions? Contact Courtney Carroll at ccarroll@researchautism.org.

Join us on Wednesday September 13th 2023 at 1pm EST / 10am PST / 6pm UK! Tim Goldstein continues to be at the forefront of the neurodiversity at work movement. Diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome at age 54, Tim Goldstein is a global trainer for a major international tech company, a Neurodiverse Communications Specialist, an Emotional […]

Registration for the 2023 Disability Summit is now open. This year’s theme is “Self-Determination: Shaping Our Own Lives.” Details Date: September 14, 2023Time: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Location: Howard Gittis Student Center at Temple University’s Main Campus in Philadelphia (Temple campus maps and directions)Cost: The Disability Summit is a free event.ASL and CART (live captioning) […]

Specialisterne is hosting a Virtual Education Session on Monday, September 18th, from 3:00-5:00pm EST! Malorie Joy Feidner will be hosting this event. She is a Career Coach and Neurodiversity Consultant. She will be discussing topics such as: interviewing, resumes, cover letters, etc. To sign-up to attend this FREE event, please fill out the form using […]

SUMMARYThis program will help HR professionals learn how to diversify teams.  It will help HR professionals understand why diversity workshops do not create lasting results.  It will help HR solve the problem of losing talent as a result of cultural clashes.  This program will also help HR professionals inspire more inclusive workplaces for neurodivergent employees […]

In this webinar, AJ Locashio will identify the missing components of most programs taking a strengths-based approach when hiring autistic workers and explain how employers and employees can make this practice more effective. Questions? Contact Courtney Carroll, ccarroll@researchautism.org.

This webinar will focus on the challenges and opportunities presented to autistic college students during the transition from higher education to the workplace. Questions? Contact Courtney Carroll, ccarroll@researchautism.org.

The Stanford Neurodiversity Summit: What We Stand For “The Stanford Neurodiversity Summit is a forum for exchange of ideas about neurodiversity among all people.  It is a venue where we listen to each other, especially when our views are not the same. This active listening is not just about respect, but an act to grow […]

Join us for an engaging session led by Jeff Miller, where we’ll explore the fascinating world of Neurodiversity and its impact on our workforce. During this session, Mr. Miller will dive into the prevalence of various neurodivergent attributes such as ADHD, dyslexia, PTSD, and autism. This exploration will help us better understand the diverse range […]

Panelists will discuss creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for autistic individuals in the workplace. They will share their personal experiences, which include being an employer or business leader, autistic employee, manager of neurodivergent employees, and more. Panelists  Questions? Contact Courtney Carroll, ccarroll@researchautism.org.

An annual event exploring inclusion for neurodivergent, disabled & multilingual employees. A DEI virtual event with space to share knowledge and explore how we can create inclusive workplaces where all talent is empowered to succeed.This year’s theme is ‘Transforming tomorrow’. Sessions will explore the small steps each of us can take to make big strides towards a […]

What are “Accessibility” and“Assistive Ecosystems”and how do these affect people? What is this all about?Aren’t buildings “accessible”?How we access and interact with the world is a personal experience that affects each of us in different ways throughout our lives.The way we address and improve accessibility is evolving and we are going to tackle hot topics […]