Wed, May 29
|Webinar
Neurodiversity and Employment
Hear from two companies that employ a neuro-diverse workforce, as well as the co-founder of the Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce.
Time & Location
May 29, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM MDT
Webinar
About the event
The neuro-diverget population continues to have a relatively high rate of unemployment and underemployment. What are some strategies to increase gainful employment opportunities? We are pleased to present this free webinar to discuss employment for neuro-divergent communities. Join us to hear from two companies that employ a neuro-diverse workforce, as well as the co-founder of the Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce.
Meet Our Panel:
Amanda Kelly, President and CEO, Firefly Autism and Co-Founder, Colorado Neurodiverse Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Kelly graduated with a Doctorate of Psychological Science from Maynooth University, Ireland, in 2011. Her research background is in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Relational Frame Theory (RFT). She has established research and practices within each area to promote overall behavioral health and social justice. She is certified as a doctoral-level Board Certified Behavior Analyst© (BCBA-D) and passionate about neurodiversity affirming, values-based and trauma informed approaches. Amanda moved from her home…