Virtual Event
How to Create a Neurodiverse-Friendly Work Environment
Exclusively for public servants and policymakers
Tuesday, Mar 4, 2025
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Event Description
Neuroinclusivity in the workplace is a win-win. Teams benefit from the many ‘competitive advantages’ that neurodiverse teams bring. Individuals, neurodivergent or not, gain from working in an organisation that respects and celebrates their differences.
Back by popular demand as our most popular event of 2024, this masterclass returns this March with new expert speakers, fresh insights and even more practical strategies. We’ll tackle the key question: what does it take to build truly neuroinclusive workplaces? Expect actionable guidance on fostering a neurodiverse-friendly public service, from equitable hiring practices and workplace adjustments to practical tips for creating an inclusive culture.
Hear from leading experts on creating change in government and beyond. Their insights will help you identify practical steps to support neurodivergent colleagues and create a culture where everyone can excel.
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Speakers
Sancho Angulo
Manager, Accessibility at Canadian Heritage and Co-Chair, Infinity Network – Government of Canada
Canada
Bethany Garland
Senior Advisor, New Zealand Defence Force & Co-Chair of INDIGO (Including Neurodiversity in Government Organisations)
New Zealand
Alex Bengree
Senior Advisor, Ministry of Justice (New Zealand), & Co-Chair of INDIGO (Including Neurodiversity in Government Organisations)
New Zealand
Sancho Angulo, a nationally recognized leader in accessibility, neuroinclusion, and privacy management. He is the proud founder and Co-Chair of Infinity, the Government of Canada’s interdepartmental network for neurodivergent public servants.
Bethany Garland, is one of the co-chairs of INDIGO (Including Neurodiversity In Government Organisations) in New Zealand. She has been passionate about neurodiversity since learning about the impacts it can have on people in the workplace when their needs aren’t accommodated. She started this journey aiming to support her colleagues and has since started learning more about her own neurodiversity. She’s passionate about learning and driving better outcomes for all, and has loved being in a position to contribute to the wellbeing of others.
Alex Bengree, (Ngāti Porou, She/Her) is one of the Co-Chairs of INDIGO (Including Neurodiversity in Government Organisations) in New Zealand, alongside Bethany. She has been a part of INDIGO since it was just an idea, and is proud to continue being a part of it. Alex lovingly refers to her lived experience as “Mental Health BINGO”, a combination of things that includes ADHD. She was late diagnosed with ADHD, but has spent many years – before and after that revelation – learning and advocating about mental wellbeing in many facets of her professional and personal life. Her background areas include regulatory stewardship, policy, law, strategic and systems thinking, governance, coaching and mentoring, and community development. Alex hopes to work towards a future where workplaces and communities understand and celebrate neurodiversity, and accessibility in general becomes second nature.
