When we normally think of diversity inclusion, our minds may automatically think about race. However, Austin and Pisano highlight the importance of including neurodiverse individuals in that definition. The two authors dive into the alienation many individuals with cognitive disorders face when entering the workforce. While acknowledging that many struggle to find jobs, they include how those who have jobs have created an efficient workplace around them. Those who are given the opportunity to have a job, as stated by Austin and Pisano, do the job with precision and arguably care more about the job that those who are considered to be normal functioning. The authors then go on to suggest a series of ways that businesses and companies can set up systems for their neurodiverse employees to create a functioning workplace that is accessible for all.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
When we normally think of diversity inclusion, our minds may automatically think about race. However, Austin and Pisano highlight the importance of including neurodiverse individuals in that definition. The two authors dive into the alienation many individuals with cognitive disorders face when entering the workforce. While acknowledging that many struggle to find jobs, they include … <\/p>\n