3 April 2025 @ 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
3 April 2025 @ 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
3 April 2025 @ 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Dyslexia in Your Team: Myths, Challenges & Effective Strategies

How does Dyslexia affect individuals in your organisation? Did you know that Dyslexia is the most common neurodivergent difference, touching the lives of at least 1 in 10 people. How can we, as organisations, truly embrace this strength within our teams? This session is your opportunity to discover what “Good” really looks like for a Dyslexia-Friendly organisation.

Join us for an insightful free webinar led by expert guest speaker Donna Stevenson as we explore the vital ways you can foster genuine inclusivity and share effective strategies and best practices for supporting individuals on your team with this often misunderstood difference.

Dyslexia Myths Debunked

Designed specifically for HR teams and managers who want to make a real difference in their workplaces through myth-busting insights, that may be holding your team back, and practical actionable strategies.

Starting with the basics – what dyslexia is and how it impacts individuals – Donna will share invaluable insights and easy-to-implement ideas to help your organisation better support and celebrate dyslexia within your teams.

This session promises to be more than just informative; it’s a chance to spark meaningful change. Whether you’re a manager or part of an HR team, join us to gain the tools and inspiration you need to create workplaces where everyone feels supported and empowered to succeed.

 

What’s in it for you?

This is your chance to become a more informed, inclusive, and impactful leader. Be the person who drives positive change, unlocks hidden potential, and ensures your organisation stands out as a champion of diversity and inclusion. Take the first step toward making a real difference – sign up today!

By the end of the hour you’ll have:

A Clear Understanding of Dyslexia in the WorkplaceGain a strong foundation on what dyslexia is, how it impacts individuals, and why it’s important to address it within organisations.

Actionable Strategies to Build a Dyslexia-Friendly OrganisationPractical tips and tools to help you implement meaningful changes, from simple adjustments to fostering a more inclusive culture.

The Ability to Bust Common Myths About DyslexiaGain insights to challenge misconceptions, ensuring that managers and teams are better informed and supportive.

Inspiration to Drive Positive Change in Your Organisations – Leave feeling empowered and motivated to champion neurodiversity, creating workplaces where everyone can thrive.

Who’s this webinar for?

This webinar is a powerful opportunity for managers, HR professionals, and EDI leads. Whether you lead a small team or an entire department, register to discover how to unlock the potential of neurodivergent talent, challenge common misconceptions, and inspire your teams to perform at their best.

If you want to better understand dyslexia as more than just literacy challenges and learn how to support your team members to thrive, this webinar is for you.

Speakers

Donna Stevenson, guest speaker for the April Skill Sessions, leaning casually on a metal fence overlooking a large body of water

Donna Stevenson

Expert Training and Development Lead

Donna started her career as a Nursery Nurse and a Primary School teacher where she developed a passion for supporting those learners with dyslexia, leading her to work for many years at the British Dyslexia Association (BDA).

Over the years at the BDA, she’s worked with children and adults with dyslexia; working within education and workplaces to raise awareness and champion the Dyslexia Friendly approach. Her passion in the latter part of her career lies with supporting adults in the workplace through delivering training, and as a Workplace Needs Assessor.

In 2022, Donna joined the Succeed With Dyslexia (SWD) team as Head of Training and Assessment in 2022, utilising her years of experience to create a global service. She continues her work supporting the community as a SWD Ambassador and a part of the ANND Coalition (Adult Network: Neurodiversity and Dyslexia), as well as SHADDA Local Dyslexia Association. She is now part of the Neurobox Training Team.

Claire is in a white office environment with shoulder length blonde hair and wearing a black top.

Claire Dibben

Director of Marketing @ CareScribe

Claire is the webinar host and Director of Marketing at CareScribe, an award-winning assistive technology company based in Bristol.

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