1 in 6 people are neurodivergent. We have profound strengths, but unfortunately, are also more likely to be unemployed. We need to change employment processes to recruit and retain neurodivergent staff.”

Andrew Pfeiffer is an enthusiastic data leader and a proud advocate for neurodiversity inclusion. In 2019, an unexpected autism diagnosis transformed Andrew’s life by profoundly increasing his self-awareness of his strengths and areas of development. Since then, he has been passionately advocating for the inclusion of neurodivergent staff in the workplace. He cultivates employee resource groups, writes articles about neurodiversity,and delivers regular presentations to stakeholders, including senior executives.

Andrew shared his story and call to action recently at TEDxCanberra 2022: Impact. In this intimate, follow-up event hosted by TEDxCanberra at Work Club Canberra, Andrew will join in conversation with Chun-Yin San, TEDxCanberra's licensee, on the subject of his talk as well as his journey to speaking on the Red Circle.

Event agenda

Registrations will open from 17:30. You will be able to network with fellow attendees over drinks and grazing boards, provided by our Community and Venue Partner Work Club Two24.

The main event will take place from 18:00 and end by 19:30, followed by casual drinks and snacks.

Our partners and supporters

TEDxCanberra Conversations would not be possible without the generous support of our local and regional partners:

Contact the host of TEDxCanberra Conversations: Fireside Chat with Andrew Pfeiffer