Peer Learning Forum: Neuroinclusion in practice

This is an online event taking place on Microsoft Teams

Audience

We particularly welcome attendees with responsibility for health and wellbeing, human resources and diversity, equity and inclusion within their organisations. Each attending organisation is limited to two places to maintain the intimacy of the event and maximise opportunities for cross-organisational learning.

About the event

Around 15% of the UK population – c10m people – is estimated to be neurodivergent. However, many neurodivergent people feel unable to share their neurodivergence at work – which means they aren’t able to access the help and support that would allow them to thrive. A 2026 report by The City & Guilds Foundation with Professor Amanda Kirby reports that less than four in ten neurodivergent employees report feeling psychologically safe to disclose, trusting that adjustments will be implemented consistently, and believing their organisation understands the impact of their neurodivergence.

What do you know about the experiences of your neurodivergent colleagues at work, and how they compare to neurotypical people? How can you level up your support to reap the benefits that come from recruiting, retaining and developing neurodivergent workers?

Join this timely online event conducted under the Chatham House Rule to learn and share.

https://academic.oup.com/bmb/article/135/1/108/5913187

City & Guilds Foundation Neurodiversity Index Report 2026 – FlowPaper FlipBook, p6

Guest Speaker, Lauren Lunnis

We are delighted to be joined by our guest speaker Lauren Lunniss, Health and Wellbeing Manager at BNP Paribas. Don’t miss this chance to hear Lauren talk about BNP Paribas’ award-winning journey towards neuroinclusion – what’s worked, what she’s learned and what comes next.

With 19 years of experience, Lauren helps organisations create simple, everyday ways of working that improve communication and help people feel safe to speak up. Lauren leads BNP Paribas’ work on neuroinclusion, supporting colleagues with different needs and ways of thinking, while helping leaders take a practical approach to wellbeing. This work was recognised with This Can Happen’s Best Neurodivergent Support Programme award in 2025.

About Business in the Community’s Peer Learning Forums

BITC’s Peer Learning Forums provide a confidential environment to discuss common issues, solutions, and good practice. There will be an emphasis on discussion and sharing experiences. All contributions from businesses will be confidential within the group and won’t be shared externally by BITC.

Booking and contact details and further information

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