RCN South Cluster joint EDI event: Unlocking neurodiversity: workplace support and union advocacy
20 Mar 2026, 09:30 - 13:30
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This event will explore barriers, strengths, reasonable adjustments, and the positive impact of supportive workplaces on conditions such as ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia and other neurodivergent conditions.
Speakers to be confirmed, but the talks will be focusing on workplace lived experiences, organisational support for members and how and when it is appropriate to seek union support.
Join us for a dedicated neurodiversity event exploring how the RCN supports neurodivergent members across the workplace. Featuring expert speakers, practical guidance, and insights into representation pathways, workplace adjustments, peer networks, and national resources, this event will help members and RCN representatives strengthen your understanding and ability to confidently support neurodiverse colleagues.
All are welcome to attend and get involved - including non-members, so get inviting your favourite people.
Programme
The programme is still being finalised, but you can expect it to include:
- lived experience – embedding neurodiversity-informed care: what works and why it matters: A practical exploration of equity, culture change, and neurodiversity informed care in the NHS.
- movement, hydration and sensory reset sensory break
- women's experiences - lived experience and leadership: navigating neurodiversity in public life: insights from an autistic parliamentarian on workplace barriers and change
- RCN union workplace support - supporting neurodiverse members in the workplace: practical tools, advice, and using health and ability passports effectively.
Booking
To book online use the button above or to deal with a human you can contact the Events Registration Team: eventsreg@rcn.org.uk / 02920 545460 making sure that you quote event number 5818.
If you have any queries about this event, or would like to get involved, please contact
Charlie Faulkner
charlie.faulkner@rcn.org.uk
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