OLLY
NICHOLLS is the chief executive of Attraction World Group “At Attraction World Group, we have developed
and communicated a commitment to diversity and inclusion in hiring practices, including neurodiversity. We have adjusted the interview process to be more inclusive and accessible, and removed the need for degrees. “That means we can expand our talent pool to include more neurodiverse candidates who may struggle with
formal exams – as I do. Raising awareness of neurodiversity is key to how we, as an industry, embrace, engage and support our neurodiverse colleagues. To foster a more inclusive and understanding work environment, we should promote awareness and education about neurodiversity among im«loÞiið m«liminÌin} yiÝiLli ÜoÀk arrangements and communication styles to accommodate individual needs, and creating sensory-friendly workspaces would be a start. “I still believe there is a big misunderstanding around neurodiversity, and that travel needs to embrace the wonderful talent neurodiverse individuals can bring. It needs to be spoken about every day.”
TIFFANY CASSON is a client relationship manager at Inntel and a Neurodiversity in Business travel ambassador
“The challenges of neurodivergent people are becoming more recognised in the travel industry. Change is happening – but there’s a lot more to be done. Some companies have equality, diversity and inclusion teams deployed to include neurodiversity, while others are at the start of their journey. “There are some fantastic industry bodies facilitating education and awareness; organisations doing great work in the event space; and UK airports offering schemes to support families with neurodiversity. Travel agencies are also looking at how to support neurodiverse people. “A collaboration of industry bodies and travel professionals is vital to making lasting change. It boils down to thinking about other people and learning what you can do to help. That’s something we’re good at in the travel industry. It is about getting the message out and making changes to create inclusion for everybody.”
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