Unlocking Potential: Neurodiversity Best Practices for HR Professionals
05/07/24 • 68 min
🔍 What the live-stream will cover:
In an exclusive session guided by Edana and Natalie, we embark on an in-depth exploration of HR best practices dedicated to supporting neurodivergent talent in the workplace.
Some of the points well cover:
1️⃣ Communication Strategies: Learn about tailored communication strategies that bridge gaps and promote a supportive dialogue between neurodivergent employees and their peers.
2️⃣ Training and Development: Discover effective approaches for providing training and development opportunities that cater to diverse learning styles and strengths.
3️⃣ Workplace Accommodations: Gain insights into creating an inclusive workplace through accommodations that foster a positive and empowering environment for everyone.
🌟 Who is Edana Maria Vella & Natalie Lewis
Meet Edana Maria Vella, with over 13 years of dynamic Human Resources experience in Malta. Passionate about driving growth and engagement, Maria is an HR Specialist at UP - Insights, Coaching, Training. She specializes in helping businesses establish and enhance their HR functions and strategies, aligning them with their vision and values.
Bio
Meet award-winning HR consultant Natalie Lewis, with a Master's in HR Management, founded Dynamic HR Services Ltd in 2013. Leading conversations on hybrid working, leadership, and culture in tech and digital creative SMEs, Natalie envisions happy, high-performing employees in all small and medium businesses. Her 'Foundations of Success' framework helps businesses establish a great company culture and modern leadership, enabling growth without the risk of toxic culture. Known as the 'unconventional HR person,' Natalie combines HR, compassion, and commerciality with a strong dose of common sense.
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Social Media Group:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12586549/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/neurodiversitytakealeapandtransform
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🔍 What the live-stream will cover:
In an exclusive session guided by Edana and Natalie, we embark on an in-depth exploration of HR best practices dedicated to supporting neurodivergent talent in the workplace.
Some of the points well cover:
1️⃣ Communication Strategies: Learn about tailored communication strategies that bridge gaps and promote a supportive dialogue between neurodivergent employees and their peers.
2️⃣ Training and Development: Discover effective approaches for providing training and development opportunities that cater to diverse learning styles and strengths.
3️⃣ Workplace Accommodations: Gain insights into creating an inclusive workplace through accommodations that foster a positive and empowering environment for everyone.
🌟 Who is Edana Maria Vella & Natalie Lewis
Meet Edana Maria Vella, with over 13 years of dynamic Human Resources experience in Malta. Passionate about driving growth and engagement, Maria is an HR Specialist at UP - Insights, Coaching, Training. She specializes in helping businesses establish and enhance their HR functions and strategies, aligning them with their vision and values.
Bio
Meet award-winning HR consultant Natalie Lewis, with a Master's in HR Management, founded Dynamic HR Services Ltd in 2013. Leading conversations on hybrid working, leadership, and culture in tech and digital creative SMEs, Natalie envisions happy, high-performing employees in all small and medium businesses. Her 'Foundations of Success' framework helps businesses establish a great company culture and modern leadership, enabling growth without the risk of toxic culture. Known as the 'unconventional HR person,' Natalie combines HR, compassion, and commerciality with a strong dose of common sense.
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Website: https://www.josephkmuscat.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JosephKMuscatConsulting
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/joseph-k-muscat-consultinig
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JosephKMuscat
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCa7X1BiEAyMa74Ijp58v0w
Social Media Group:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12586549/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/neurodiversitytakealeapandtransform
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jkm.takealeap/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joseph.k.muscat
Previous Episode
Inclusive Learning Simon Preston on NeuroEd and Workplace
Simon Preston, the Director of Neurodiversity in Education CIC, brings to light his wealth of experience and profound insights into advocating for inclusivity and spearheading transformative initiatives. With a focus on Neurodivergent educators, he emphasizes the importance of embracing their lived experiences to foster a more supportive and understanding educational environment.
🌟 Who is Simon Preston
For nearly two decades, Simon has been deeply involved in the field of education, dedicating his expertise and passion to teaching. Over the years, Simon has also assumed various leadership and management roles, honing his skills in guiding and inspiring others. As someone who is autistic and dyslexic, Simon brings a unique perspective to the table, advocating for the recognition of neurodiversity in educational settings, including the education workforce.
Simon’s academic journey includes the successful completion of an MBA in educational leadership and management with distinction, a testament to his commitment to excellence in the field. Currently, Simon is delving into a rigorous research pursuit aimed at unraveling the complex dynamics between educational leadership and the lived experiences of neurodivergent educators. This journey towards a Doctor of Education degree reflects his unwavering dedication to shedding light on the challenges and opportunities faced by neurodivergent teachers in today's educational landscape.
Through his work and research, Simon aim’s to drive positive change and founded Neurodiversity in Education CIC to support and empower neurodivergent individuals within the educational sphere.
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Website: https://www.josephkmuscat.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JosephKMuscatConsulting
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/joseph-k-muscat-consultinig
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JosephKMuscat
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCa7X1BiEAyMa74Ijp58v0w
Social Media Group:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12586549/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/neurodiversitytakealeapandtransform
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jkm.takealeap/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joseph.k.muscat
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Navigating Emotional Regulation and Executive Function: An Exploration
This Dr. Erika Galea and I wiill delve into the interconnected topics of emotional regulation, executive function, and their implications in education and the workplace. The discussion highlights the definitions of emotional regulation and executive function, emphasizing their critical roles in cognitive processing and psychological development. Additionally, it explores the differences in emotional regulation between neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals, and the importance of understanding neuroscience for business leaders and educators. Lastly, it showcases the efforts of Dr. Erika Galea, director of the Educational Neuroscience Hub, in bridging the gap between neuroscience research and practical application in education and business, emphasizing the importance of expertise in the field to prevent the spread of misinformation.
🌟 Who is Dr. Erika Galea
Dr. Erika Galea is founder and director of the Educational Neuroscience Hub Europe (Malta). Her goal for the Hub is to raise awareness and improve understanding of brain development, within the context of teaching and learning both in the school and workplace environments.
After over two decades in education initially working as a teacher, followed by a period in the Senior Leadership Team in a private school, Dr. Galea has held various roles as a trainer and consultant, collaborating with a broad range of stakeholders in the education sector.
Dr. Galea holds a Ph.D. in Psychology and Human Development from University College London and an MSc. in Educational Leadership, focusing on Distributed Leadership, from the University of Leicester. She implements her expertise in these areas by acting as an education consultant in quality assurance, as well as coaching and mentoring in Educational Neuroscience delivering bespoke workshops tailored to a variety of educational institutions and corporate organisations. Her area of expertise is emotional intelligence, particularly focusing on the application of strategies for regulating emotions by teachers in the classroom. The aim is to enhance the effectiveness of teaching and learning, while also cultivating a supportive and nurturing classroom environment that fosters self-regulation, resilience and positive mental well-being.
Dr. Galea has recently been conferred the title of Honorary Research Fellow within the Department of Psychology and Human Development at UCL's Faculty of Education and Society, Institute of Education, University College London.
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Website: https://www.josephkmuscat.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JosephKMuscatConsulting
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/joseph-k-muscat-consultinig
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JosephKMuscat
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCa7X1BiEAyMa74Ijp58v0w
Social Media Group:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12586549/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/neurodiversitytakealeapandtransform
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jkm.takealeap/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joseph.k.muscat
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