Celebrating Neurodiversity Pride: what your organisation can do

Neurodiversity Pride (16 June or week of 10-17 June) is an important moment to show that everyone belongs and is valued, regardless of how their brain and mind works. More and more organizations are recognizing the value of neurodiversity. Neurodivergent individuals can think and problem-solve in unique ways, leading to increased innovation and better results. In fact, organizations with neurodivergent professionals can be up to 30 % more productive! Does your organization want to celebrate Neurodiversity Pride too? Here are some ideas to show that you embrace neurodiversity.

Internal activities

• Organize your own event: Celebrate neurodiversity internally with a fun get-together. Think about an inspirational and fun neurodiversity workshop within your teams to create a safe space where everyone can be open. Tip: have a look at our workshop with serious game.
• Share stories: Ask employees to share their personal stories and experiences (anonymously or not). This helps build understanding and shows that everyone feels welcome.
• Raise the flag: Get the Neurodiversity Pride flag and hoist it at your building. It’s a visible sign of inclusivity!
• Webinar or lecture: Invite a neurodivergent speaker for an inspiring lecture or webinar. Awareness is the first step toward appreciation.
• Launch an initiative: Use Neurodiversity Pride Week as an opportunity to launch a new company initiative that makes your organization more neuro-inclusive. Think about improving accessibility options or setting up a Neurodiversity Employee Network.
• Management training: Schedule neurodiversity training for your management team. This shows that nice words are being turned into concrete actions.

External communication & sustainable goals

• Online post: Share a message on your social media channels about what your organization is doing regarding neurodiversity and why it’s so important within your company. Use the Neurodiversity Pride Day media pack for inspiration.
• Leadership message: Have your leadership team publish a neuro-inclusive message. An inspiring statement that makes neurodivergent colleagues feel welcome and valued.
• Review recruitment processes: Use Neurodiversity Pride Week as a starting point to evaluate your screening, assessment, and recruitment processes. How can you attract more neurodivergent talent?

Some other ideas can be found at the website of Neurodiversity Pride Day.

Why you should celebrate it as an organisation?

By celebrating Neurodiversity Pride in these ways, your organization shows that it’s a place where everyone can be themselves and where diversity is seen as a strength. This not only contributes to a better work environment but also to innovation and success!

Is your company not yet ready to celebrate neurodiversity pride?

No worries, you can also celebrate on your own or attend free events of other organisations. Have a look at the website of Neurodiversity Pride Day for ideas to celebrate as an individual as well as events taking place in Belgium.

Happy celebrations!