Great minds don't think alike - the value and importance of diverse thinking and perspectives

Event information

This webinar will highlight the value and importance of diverse thinking and perspectives, emphasising that great minds don’t think alike. We will explore the concept of neurodivergent and neurodiverse, clarifying what these terms mean and what they don’t. By highlighting the strengths and benefits of neurodivergent thinking in a workplace setting, we aim to educate on the unique profiles of neurodivergent individuals. We will eliminate myths to stop labelling and limiting opportunities, using this knowledge to create accessible and inclusive working environments. Embracing workplace adjustments as tools to underpin accessibility, and offer practical guidance to start making meaningful changes.

Key benefits

• Clarify the definitions and distinctions between neurodivergent and neurodiverse.
• Highlight the benefits of diverse thinking in enhancing team performance and innovation.
• Address and correct common misconceptions about neurodivergent individuals, encouraging a shift in mindset from labelling, to understanding and valuing differences.

About the speakers

Sarah Simcoe, Associate Consultant, ENEI Sarah is a globally experienced leader, passionate about responsible inclusive business and offering thought-leadership in organisational and cultural change that sticks; change that is informed by lived experiences. Sarah is the Founder of EMBED and an associate consultant for enei, she is a respected voice in the field of equality, diversity and inclusion. As a certified coach and mentor, facilitator and speaker, and EDI and access auditor, Sarah has supported organisations across sectors and around the world as they look to do differently and better as they embed a culture where people feel they belong.

Marcia Dyce, Life Stages Communities Manager, ICAEW Marcia Dyce is a dedicated professional who plays a pivotal role at the ICAEW. As the Life Stages Communities Manager - Diversity & Belonging, she orchestrates a wide array of networking events, webinars, and workshops, fostering connections among ICAEW’s diverse membership. Marcia is passionate about promoting inclusivity and diversity within the organisation. Notably, she manages key communities such as Diversity and Inclusion, Women in Finance, Young Members London, and Career Breakers. Marcia’s recent initiative in establishing the Black Members Community underscores her commitment to positive change and advocacy.

CPD hours

ICAEW's revised Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Regulations bring in new CPD requirements. This includes a minimum number of hours and an ethics requirement. Attending this webinar could contribute up to1 hour of verifiable CPD, providing you can demonstrate that the content is relevant to your role.

A copy of the webinar booking confirmation email is accepted as evidence of verifiable CPD. You will need to save the email as a JPEG or PDF before uploading it to your record. Click here to use ICAEW’s self-assessment tool to help you work out how much CPD you will need to fulfil each year.

Costs

This webinar is free to attend.

ICAEW members and non-members are welcome to join. This event is organised by the Diversity & Inclusion Community. Please click here to join online - Join the Diversity and Inclusion Community | ICAEW