Ross Pollard

Psychotherapist | #ADHDer | #Inclusion #MentalHealth #NeuroDiversity #Disability

[Ross Pollard @RossMPollard]

A message to those who don't get the exam results they want. I could never focus in exams and failed school - a result of undiagnosed ADHD. But I found other pathways and went on to get 2 degrees. Exams don't define you or your true ability. #nowrongpath https://t.co/jxwvnIcEbu

[Ross Pollard @RossMPollard]

This is amazing!

[The Donaldson Trust @donaldson_trust]

For families travelling with neurodivergent children this summer, here are a few tips for making travelling easier for everyone involved ☀️✈️👇

#Neurodiversity #InclusiveTravel #Travelling #SummerTravelTips

[Ross Pollard @RossMPollard]

Happy World Otter Day everyone! 🦦#worldotterday

[The Donaldson Trust @donaldson_trust]

This week for #DeafAwarenessWeek, Lee and Finlay from our Sensational Learning Centre hosted two ‘Lunch & Learn’ sessions teaching us the BSL alphabet and conversational sign. They both did an amazing job equipping our staff with the invaluable skills of BSL communication 👏

[Anna Mʻ ㊙️ 🍉 @Unuhinuii]

A3 old prejudices about disabilities are everywhere from new AI tools for hiring to productivity measuring. Neither dies a good job for disabled people, even when they are talented and productive #axschst

[Mike Gifford @mgifford]

A4 It is a big challenge. PwD fought for years to work from home. COVID proved that this could be done effectively. Now many organizations are still pushing people back in the office. It is a real challenge for so many who do not work well in a cramped, noisy office environment.

[Antonio Vieira Santos @AkwyZ]

A6 Measure disability inclusion with diversity metrics, satisfaction surveys, and retention rates. Setting actionable OKRs (Objectives and key results) related to these metrics guides progress. #ImpactMeasurement #AXSChat #FutureOfWork

[Ross Pollard @RossMPollard]

@NeilMilliken There are some #disabled people who are arguably more productive/work a lot harder than the average employee due to worrying about losing their job - given how bloody difficult it was to get in the first place. This certainly happens in some circumstances. #AXSchat

[Antonio Vieira Santos @AkwyZ]

A3 Misconceptions about productivity hinder self-disclosure. Education and showcasing success stories of employees with disabilities can create supportive environments for disclosure. #DisabilityDisclosure #AXSChat #FutureOfWork

[Ross Pollard @RossMPollard]

@NeilMilliken Having some kind of regular check-ins remotely might help those remote workers struggling with isolation. Or just allowing flexible hybrid work.

[Ross Pollard @RossMPollard]

A5 I would love to see bosses actively encourage employees to go play around with different technologies/apps/software etc. for their own CPD and how it could improve #inclusion #accessibility . #AccessibleTech #AXSChat

[Ross Pollard @RossMPollard]

A1 Sharing personal stories is more effective at engaging people in conversations than anything else I am aware of - or have experienced in a room. People like stories and can identify with them, relate emotionally and are more likely to remember them. #InclusiveCulture #AXSChat

[Ross Pollard @RossMPollard]

A6. There should be specific measures for the number of #disabled employees recruited/in the company. But also about how long they have been there. Sometimes #disabled people can get in the door, then end up out again due to lack of support in place.  #ImpactMeasurement #AXSChat

[Ross Pollard @RossMPollard]

A6 Part of it needs to be going to #disabled #neurodivergent employees and asking for their feedback, but in a way that ensure confidentiality and that they are protected.  #ImpactMeasurement #AXSChat

[Ross Pollard @RossMPollard]

A5 A barrier I keep seeing is employees and bosses not being that aware of assistance technology and how to access it. Time is often consumed mainly by just getting tasks done and through the day, without much time to learn about tech & how it can help. #AccessibleTech #AXSChat

[Ross Pollard @RossMPollard]

A4 Remote work has allowed many #disabled & #neurodivergent people to stay in jobs and be less worried about the pressures of office culture and the accessibility of office buildings. #RemoteWork #AXSChat