In this podcast episode, Theo Smith interviews Hannah Litt, a neurodivergent advocate, about her experiences with ADHD and OCD.

Hannah discusses the importance of intersectionality and the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in navigating systems that were not built for them.

She emphasizes the need for validation, support, and understanding from both organizations and communities. Hannah also highlights the impact of past trauma and the role of parents in advocating for their neurodivergent children.

She calls for empathy, equity, and an intersectional approach in creating inclusive environments for everyone.

Keywords: neurodiversity, intersectionality, ADHD, OCD, support, validation, trauma, education system, parents, organisations, empathy, equity, inclusion

Takeaways

• Validation and support are crucial for neurodivergent individuals in navigating systems that were not built for them.
• Intersectionality is important in understanding the unique experiences of neurodivergent individuals from different backgrounds.
• Parents play a vital role in advocating for their neurodivergent children and creating a supportive environment.
• Organisations should prioritise empathy, equity, and inclusion to support neurodivergent employees.
• Education systems need to provide better support and resources for neurodivergent students.
• There is a need for greater awareness, education, and understanding of neurodiversity in communities and organisations.

You can find out more about Hannah and her work here:

https://hannahlitt.com/

Neurodiversity with Theo Smith and Friends - A to Z of Parenting Series

Welcome to the first episode of "Neurodiversity with Theo Smith and Friends - A-Z of Parenting!"

In this exciting new series, we dive into the A to Z of parenting, inspired by our upcoming book co-authored by the incredible Professor Amanda Kirby.

Through this podcast, we explore the narratives and lived experiences of extraordinary individuals, providing insights and support for parents navigating the neurodiversity journey.

In today's episode, we're honored to have Rich Ferriman, a late-diagnosed autistic and ADHD individual, a devoted parent to four children, who are neurodiverse, and a renowned consultant and speaker in the field of neurodiversity.

Rich shares his profound journey, offering valuable perspectives on the challenges and triumphs of raising neurodivergent children, the importance of self-advocacy, and practical strategies for creating a supportive and nurturing environment.

Key Discussion Points:

• Rich's personal and family background
• Balancing the dynamics of a neurodiverse household
• Navigating transitions and changes, especially puberty and school environments
• The critical role of routines, dietary considerations, and sensory management
• Advocating for neurodivergent children's needs in educational settings
• Importance of self-care for parents and building a supportive community

Join us for an inspiring and insightful conversation that aims to empower and support parents of neurodivergent children. Don't forget to subscribe and share your thoughts in the comments!

Join us for an insightful conversation with Gem Parker from EY, a seasoned recruitment expert with nearly 18 years of experience.

In this episode, Gem shares her journey from agency recruitment to in-house roles in construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, and professional services.

She delves into the importance of candidate engagement, strategic workforce planning, and the serendipitous moment that led her to champion inclusivity and diversity in recruitment at EY.

Discover innovative strategies for creating talent communities, overcoming systemic challenges in finding diverse candidates, and the role of technology and human touch in enhancing the candidate experience.

Whether you're a recruiter, a candidate or manager, Gem's passion and practical insights will leave you inspired.

Key themes:

• The journey from agency to in-house recruitment
• Importance of candidate engagement and experience
• Strategies for strategic workforce planning
• Inclusivity and diversity in recruitment
• Innovative use of technology and human touch
• Overcoming systemic challenges in diverse candidate hiring