Fair Work Autism

Building a Fair Work Framework for employers of Scotland’s autistic workforce | SG funded, autistic-led research by @IntoWork57 @CornerstoneScot & @EBS_Global

[Fair Work Autism @FairWorkAutism]

Our project aims to better understand the experiences of autistic people in Scottish workplaces, mapping such experiences against Scotland's Fair Work Framework, to produce a blueprint for better employment of Scotland's workforce.

[Skills Development Scotland @skillsdevscot]

Offering flexible working helps recruit and retain great people.

Air Traffic Control Provider NATS used the Fair Work Tool. It helped them adopt flexible working and keep people healthy and motivated.

See how fair work could help your business: https://t.co/HqGKcM2y8u

[Fair Work Autism @FairWorkAutism]

We found these key messages really useful!

[NAITScotland @NAITScotland]

How can recruitment and employment experiences of neurodivergent people be improved? ⬇️

Key Messages for Neuro-Affirming Workplaces were developed with neurodivergent people https://t.co/ZOruV5hL3u

@RCNScot @AutisticDoctor
@eyfs4m @rcsltscot @Ahpscot @RCOT_MH @FairWorkAutism

[Into Work @IntoWork57]

We welcome a review of this nature

At Into Work, we work with employers to help them recognise the opportunities autistic staff can provide

https://t.co/OPGOHL0GrJ

[Into Work @IntoWork57]

It's disheartening that so few junior staff in particular feel they can't disclose their diagnosis

It's important to remember that even in work #Autistic people face many barriers- it's not just about getting the job, it's about feeling supported to succeed in the role!

[Fair Work Autism @FairWorkAutism]

Neurodiversity training created by neurodivergent people and run by autistic and ADHD trainers

[Into Work @IntoWork57]

Its #AutismAcceptanceWeek

One of the ways that we can create a more inclusive world is by making employment more accessible

Our Neurodiversity Works! training helps employers feel confident in employing autistic and neurodiverse staff

Register here: https://t.co/swCqYvo1g5

[Apt @apt_scot]

Alyson, from our Experience Network, advises employers recruiting to focus on the applicant’s skills regardless of their disability while being aware of specific needs and adjustments.

Employers… find out more about working with Apt and what to expect: https://t.co/mQknNfCAXB

[ARGH Scotland @ARGHighland]

Are you an autistic person or the parent of an autistic child diagnosed in the last 5 years & living in Scotland? Join one of our free post diagnostic courses. 100% of attendees said they would recommend! For more info & how to register see here:

https://t.co/rOKJEIFGAE

[MsFarzana🇵🇸 @MathsAkbar]

My name is Sofia Akbar and I study at the @StrathEDU as a part-time postgraduate student studying Master of Education in #Education Studies. I am a #neurodivergent #researcher, of South Asian decent and have worked in #Scottish secondary schools as a maths #teacher.

#Share

[Kate Sang 🐘🐝 @katesang]

Thread: We are recruiting to a range of research and research management roles to support the ongoing going workplace inclusion research of our research centre CREWs

[John Marble @JHMarble]

If you are neurodivergent, what types of accommodations have helped you at work?

*My neurodivergent students are researching workplace accommodations. They’re doing their own research, but I said I’d be happy to tweet out this question as well and to share with them what I hear!

[Into Work @IntoWork57]

Interesting to hear on #bbcgms this morning- the report by @AutismScotland and @scottishautism found that 96% of people surveyed support the need for an autism comissioner ⬇️

[Freya @freyaelise_]

https://t.co/SKn4ih2FYU

Hopefully a working link...

[Fair Work Autism @FairWorkAutism]

Do you manage an autistic person or know someone who does in Scotland? DM us.
We're conducting research to make employment better for autistic people #Scotland #ActuallyAutistic #Autism

[Fair Work Autism @FairWorkAutism]

Do you manage an autistic person or know someone who does in Scotland? DM us.
We'd love to ask a few questions to make employment better for autistic people @AMASEdin @InspiringSland @MetixMedical @PeopleKnowhow @TheBotanics

[Into Work @IntoWork57]

For people with disabilities, gainful employment is key to personal empowerment, and here’s what employers can do to accommodate their employees.
https://t.co/cCAubMClDW

[Fair Work Autism @FairWorkAutism]

Do you manage an autistic person in Scotland? DM us.
We'd love to ask you a few questions to make employment better for autistic people. @Citibank @CodeClanScot @CornerstoneScot @ENABLEWorks @Leonardo_live @natlibscot @natlibscotmaps @CelticFC

[Fair Work Autism @FairWorkAutism]

We're still looking for employers to discuss what Fair Work looks like and how to make employment better for autistic people. If you are an employer of an autistic person we'd love to hear from you (please RT)

[Fair Work Autism @FairWorkAutism]

We've completed part 1 of our Fair Work Autism research (surveys!), now we're onto part 2 - follow up interviews with autistic people and with employers to gain deeper information. I had my follow up interview (autistic person) with Jos and it was great

[Jodee Simpson (she/they) 🏳️‍🌈 @jodeesimpson]

It’s official! We have now set up the UK’s first Neurodivergent Peer Support group for Speech & Language Therapy professionals. We officially launch on 30/11/22. @SLTLauraC Join here: https://t.co/xMwEXyyNS8

[Fair Work Autism @FairWorkAutism]

Our research is Scottish Govt. funded and autistic led looking at how to make employment better for autistic people @EBS_Global @IntoWork57