Inclusive Workplaces Playbook

Proven strategies from AXA UK, Not On The High Street, and leading inclusion experts – compiled to help you build more neuroinclusive and equitable workplaces.

Overview

What’s included in this guide?

You’ll explore real-world strategies, hear directly from neurodivergent professionals, access expert advice in the DEI space, and find actionable tools to take your inclusion efforts further…

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    What Does Inclusion Really Mean?

    Understand how inclusion goes beyond diverse hiring to shape day-to-day culture, policies, and behaviours.

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    What is Neuroinclusion?

    Explore the difference between diversity, inclusion, and neuroinclusion and why it matters more than ever.

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    Workplace Inclusion: Why It Matters

    Learn how fostering inclusion benefits everyone, from productivity and wellbeing to innovation and retention.

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    Real Examples of Inclusion in Action

    Discover how companies like AXA UK and Not On The High Street are putting inclusive practices to work and what you can learn from them.

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    Building Inclusive Workplaces for Neurodivergent Staff

    Find out how to create environments where neurodivergent minds feel safe, supported, and seen.

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    Expert Insights and Community Wisdom

    Hear directly from DEI professionals, inclusion consultants, and neurodivergent employees who’ve generously shared their experiences.

“Move away from that, nice-to-have, warm, fuzzy notion of neuro-inclusion. See and believe in the commercial application and benefits for your company because they’re enormous.”

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“You don’t need to be from a minority demographic to support ED&I and make a difference. There’s sometimes a stigma that you need to belong to a certain group to participate, but that’s not true. My advice is: don’t let that be a blocker to getting started.

Ben Bushby
People Experience Team Lead at Not on The High Street
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Only 1 in 4 neurodivergent employees feel financially secure and emotionally balanced.

WHO’S IT FOR?

This guide is perfect for…

HR & People Leaders

Looking for practical ways to support your team and improve workplace outcomes.

ED&I Champions

Driving change and looking to embed inclusion into every level of your organisation.

CEOs & Founders

Ready to lead from the front and model a culture of accessibility and belonging.

Inclusion Advocates

Passionate about getting it right for everyone, and keen to move from good intentions to great action.

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