Inclusive Insights: Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace

In partnership with Diversity Mark, we are thrilled to announce a new series of monthly online sessions that aim to support businesses in creating more diverse and inclusive workplaces.

By sharing best practice and raising awareness, we will explore a variety of themes including race, age, gender, and social mobility, and examine how these themes intersect.

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Inclusive Insights: Neuro-Inclusion in Practice - Employer Insights and Strategies | Tuesday 20 October | 10:00 - 10:45 AM | Teams

Following our Opening Doors event in September, this interactive session will bring employers together to share practical experiences and learn from one another about creating neuro-inclusive workplaces where neurodivergent employees can thrive.

Through case studies and peer discussion, employers will explore the approaches, workplace adjustments and support strategies they have implemented to help neurodivergent employees perform at their best and build successful careers. Participants will have the opportunity to hear first-hand accounts of what has worked well, the challenges encountered, and the lessons learned along the way.

This peer-learning webinar will examine a range of workplace practices, including recruitment, onboarding, workplace adjustments and management approaches. Attendees will gain valuable insights from organisations at different stages of their neuro-inclusion journey and leave with practical ideas that can be adapted and applied within their own workplace.

Whether you are just beginning to explore how best to support neurodivergent employees or are looking to strengthen existing initiatives, this session offers an opportunity to learn from fellow employers and discover effective approaches that are making a positive impact in workplaces across Northern Ireland.

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Inclusive Insights: The Seasonal Shift – Supporting Wellbeing\, Belonging and Inclusion Through the Winter Months | Wednesday 18 November | 9:30 - 11:30 AM | In-Person (Venue TBC)

Winter can affect how we feel, work and connect with others, but those experiences are not the same for everyone. Factors including, culture, disability, faith, menopause, mental and physical health, financial pressures and personal circumstances can all interact to shape how people experience the darker months.

About this event

This interactive event will consider the relationship between wellbeing and inclusion during winter. Together, we'll examine practical and person-centred strategies that individuals, managers and organisations can use to support colleague wellbeing, connection and belonging throughout the season.

What we'll cover:

• Interactive self-reflection exercise exploring your personal winter wellbeing experience

• Understanding the science behind winter wellbeing, including Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), daylight exposure and the impact of seasonal changes on physical and mental health

• Why winter affects people differently: exploring the role of culture, ethnicity, disability, neurodiversity, caring responsibilities, menopause, faith and personal circumstances

• The connection between wellbeing, belonging and inclusion during the winter months

• Practical ways to support energy, resilience and wellbeing through movement, sleep, nutrition and exposure to natural light

• Creating a personalised and inclusive Winter Wellbeing Toolkit

The session will be held in-person. You’ll receive a calendar invite with event details following sign-up.

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If you’re planning to book this session, please note that AI note-takers won’t be permitted. If you need note-taking support for accessibility reasons, we’re more than happy to help – just let us know.

We’re committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone. If you have any specific requirements, feel free to reach out to us in advance at katherine.mcknight@bitcni.org.uk

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Events are free-of-charge and attendees must be a member of Business in the Community and/or a Diversity Mark Signatory.