Post by Reed

This neurodiversity pride day, we want to honour the beauty of every neurodivergent mind, challenge outdated stereotypes, and push for genuine inclusion - particularly in our workplaces and communities. However, these findings point to a shared understanding that stigma around neurodiversity hasn’t gone away. When 80% of neurodivergent employees say stigma still exists, it reflects lived experience - from concerns about being judged, to hesitation around disclosing, or feeling misunderstood at work. The fact that 75% of employers agree is significant. It shows organisations are not unaware of the issue, they recognise that stigma is still present in workplace culture. But this is what makes the gap more important. If both employees and employers can see the problem, it suggests the challenge is no longer generating awareness… it’s turning it into action.  Without consistent practices and visible commitment, stigma can continue to shape everyday experiences, even in organisations that believe they are supportive. Download our free guide ‘Work that works for everyone: your guide to building a neuroinclusive workplace’: https://bit.ly/4g0Lbuy