Neurodiversity Works
A practical resource toolkit for employers, managers, and workplaces, bringing together strategies to support the continued development of inclusive workplaces and create meaningful opportunities for autistic and neurodivergent employees.
The Neurodiversity Works (NDWorks) project was delivered by Autism Queensland with support from the Queensland Government Workforce Connect Fund and concluded in June 2025. NDWorks supported employers to build genuinely inclusive workplaces through practical strategies to recruit, retain, and support autistic and neurodivergent employees. The project’s work and learnings have been brought together in this legacy resource toolkit, designed to support employers to continue building more inclusive workplaces.
Introduction: The Legacy Resource Toolkit
The resources below are based on common questions asked by managers during education and retention sessions throughout the NDWorks project. They provide practical guidance to help employers create inclusive workplaces where all employees can thrive. The resources are organised by topic area and designed to be practical, strengths-based, and neurodivergent-affirming. You can browse by topic or start with the question that best matches your current situation.
FAQ Resource 'Quick Links' (coming soon)
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Section 1: Understanding Neurodiversity
Building a shared understanding of neurodiversity can help support more inclusive workplace practices. The resources in this section introduce key concepts, terminology, and common misconceptions.
Understanding Common Neurodiversity Terms
Information Paper
Common Neurodiversity Myths (in the Workplace)
Information Paper
Section 2: Communication & Collaboration
Communication is central to workplace inclusion. These resources provide practical strategies to support different communication styles, deliver feedback effectively, and create inclusive meetings and interactions.
Communication Strategies to Support Employees
Tip Sheet
Providing Inclusive & Effective Feedback to Neurodivergent Employees
Tip Sheet
Creating Neurodiversity-Affirming Meetings (coming soon)
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Being Supportive of Neurodivergent Colleagues (coming soon)
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Section 3: Creating Inclusive Workplaces
Creating inclusive workplaces involves more than individual supports. These resources explore workplace culture, psychological safety, inclusion, disclosure, and the systems that help employees feel safe, valued, and supported.
Building a Culture of Inclusion & Support Within Your Team
Tip Sheet
Creating an Environment for Employees to Share Support Needs (coming soon)
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Supporting a Team Member After They Share Their Needs (coming soon)
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Inclusive Workplace Practices (Without Requiring Disclosure)
Tip Sheet
Addressing Ableism in the Workplace (coming soon)
This resource is coming soon (stay tuned).
Section 4: Workplace Supports & Adjustments
Workplace adjustments help employees participate fully and perform at their best. These resources provide practical guidance on identifying, implementing, and reviewing supports, including accommodations for sensory differences.
Discussing & Implementing Workplace Adjustments
Tip Sheet
Supporting Sensory Differences in the Workplace
Tip Sheet
Section 5: Performance & Success at Work
Supporting employee success involves setting clear expectations, understanding potential barriers, and addressing concerns in a constructive and collaborative way.
Setting Clear Expectations & Goals for Neurodivergent Employees (coming soon)
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Reframing Common Workplace Behaviours
Tip Sheet
Performance Conversations With Neurodivergent Employees
Tip Sheet
This project was proudly funded and supported by:
Education & specialist support from AQ
Building inclusive workplaces is an ongoing process. Autism Queensland’s Employment Inclusion team can provide education, consultation and practical support to help organisations build neuroinclusive workplaces. Support may include:
- Neurodiversity awareness and inclusion training.
- Guidance for managers supporting neurodivergent employees.
- Advice on workplace adjustments and inclusive practices.
- Support with recruitment, onboarding, and retention of neurodivergent employees.
- Workplace consultation to support individual employees and teams.
- Review of workplace practices, resources, and processes to promote inclusion.
- Collaboration on organisational inclusion initiatives and capability building.
- Development of practical resources, tools, and strategies to support inclusion.
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