A new understanding of neurodiversity: creating neuro-inclusive workplaces

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Roxane Lavanchy

Roxane (she/her) is an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) facilitator, consultant and researcher working in English and French. Her approach is values-led, collaborative and nuanced – rooted in social justice, integrity, community and curiosity.

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This keynote aims to equip you with the knowledge and tools to better understand neurodiversity, advocate for your own needs if you are neurodivergent, support neurodivergent colleagues and help foster inclusive work environments where everyone can thrive.

In thi session, you will:

Learn what neurodiversity is and how prevalent neurodivergence is in the workplace and society.
Gain insight into the diverse lived experiences of neurodivergent individuals.
Explore the barriers neurodivergent people may face at work and their impact.
Understand the benefits of neurodiversity and a neuro-inclusive workplace.
Learn inclusive practices to create an inclusive and accessible workplace for yourself and others.

Roxane (she/her) is an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) facilitator, consultant and researcher working in English and French. Her approach is values-led, collaborative and nuanced – rooted in social justice, integrity, community and curiosity. She designs and delivers practical and engaging training and consultancy interventions that are participative, reflective and tailored to the realities of each organisation.

Originally from Switzerland and now based in the UK, she brings a global and intersectional lens to her practice. Her expertise draws on both academic grounding – in International Relations, communications, media and culture – and hands-on professional experience in the Disabled-led sector, EDI space, participatory research, and grassroots organising. It is also deeply shaped by her lived experience of, sexism, disability, neurodivergence and migration.
Her expertise spans a variety of topics, including disability inclusion, neurodiversity, intersectionality, bullying and harassment prevention, inclusive recruitment, and inclusive communication.

Roxane has worked with diverse range of organisations from universities and government bodies to non-profits, businesses, and cultural institutions – across sectors including politics, healthcare, higher education, transport, arts and culture, humanitarian aid and tech.