National | Neurodiversity in the workplace | Tuesday 25 March 2025

Do you want to understand more about supporting  Neurodiversity in the workplace?  

Join us for this 60-minute session with Brendon Eglinton from certified social enterprise Australian Spatial Analytics to learn more about the value of neurodiversity in the workplace, and the benefits of a  neuroinclusive environment.

Did you know that approximately 20% of Australians are neurodivergent? Your organisation will likely have neurodivergent team members who have never shared their authentic values.  Unfortunately, many are uncomfortable disclosing their neurodivergence based on previous negative experiences and stigmas across workplaces.    

This introductory session of Neurodiversity in the Workplace, has been designed to help businesses and organisations become more aware and consider the opportunities for a more inclusive environment. Acknowledging and embracing neurodiversity transforms workplace cultures where everyone can thrive as their true selves and contribute their unique talents.    

Why you should attend: 

• Understand the foundations of neurodiversity.
• Share the lived experiences of neurodivergence through ASA’s employees.
• See best practices developed through a neuroinclusive environment.
  
• Explore how simple changes can create significant advantages for any organisation. 
• Hear how neuroinclusion works well for everyone. 

Who should attend:  

• Anyone who is interested to gain a deeper understanding of neurodiversity  
• Talent and recruitment hiring managers   
• Insights into social procurement and champion 'business for good'   
• Managers and leaders who work in social procurement (e.g. social procurement advisers or managers, executive assistants, human resources, office management, diversity and inclusion teams or working groups are also welcome)    
• Anyone looking to explore the impact of certified social enterprise, including insights into social procurement and championing 'business for good'  
• Those interested in creating change towards a more neurodivergent-friendly workplace for current and future employees  

By attending this session, your organisation is taking a significant step towards building a more inclusive and effective workplace. You can help challenge the stigmas and break down traditional barriers that prevent neurodivergent people from gaining and maintaining professional employment.

Who are Australian Spatial Analytics and Brendon Eglinton?

ASA is a not-for-profit certified social enterprise and geospatial consultancy based in Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide.  Their mission is to reduce workforce entry barriers for young neurodivergent adults, including autistic people who face a staggering 34% unemployment rate, ASA employs over 60 people, of which 80% are neurodivergent, primarily autistic. ASA’s CEO, Geoffrey Smith, is also the 2025 Queensland Australian of the Year.  

Find out more about what ASA do in this video:  Australian Spatial Analytics: big data careers for neurodivergent people & professional services

As ASA's Learning and Development Manager, Brendon has over two decades of experience in learning and development across multiple tech, finance, and service industries.  Along with providing neurodiversity awareness training and workshops, Brendon’s focus at ASA is to help generate and implement engaging learning experiences for all staff throughout their employment journey. 

Connect with Brendon on LinkedIn and learn more at ASA’s Neurodiversity Training page. 

Places are limited, online registration is essential and will close at 10am the day prior unless booked out.   Contact our events team with any questions events@socialtraders.com.au