Why?

Do you want to build a foundational understanding of neurodiversity and foster empathy towards your neurodivergent employees — who make up at least 20% of your workforce? Think of introverts, highly sensitive, autistic, ADHD, dyslexic and gifted individuals.

Paying attention to neurodiversity and investing in neurodiversity positively impacts your team and organisation. Neuro-inclusive organisations excel in productivity, innovation, and employee and customer satisfaction. However, as a team member, HR manager, or superior, how can you contribute to this?

This keynote offers HR managers, superiors, and team members a crucial first encounter with neurodiversity in the workplace and neuro-inclusion. It provides food for thought on common challenges and highlights the strengths and value that neurodivergent employees bring to the table. You’ll learn some useful practices, and actionable strategies to get started. Additionally, we will share both our own and our clients’ experiences. This talk aims to inspire deeper thought and future engagement with neuro-inclusive practices.

Discover the value of diverse brains within your organisation, and your team with this keynote.

What and for whom?

During this one-hour lecture we will focus on:

  • What neurodiversity and neurodivergence means;
  • What stereotypes we unconsciously hold about neurodivergent neurotypes such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, etc.;
  • What are the common challenges neurodivergents encounter at work;
  • What are the common strengths and values that they bring to the table;
  • What strategic advantages a neurodiverse work force brings to the business;
  • Practical tips on how to build a neuro-inclusive work environment for both existing and new employees;
  • Our own and client experiences.

For employers, HR professionals, CxO, leaders, directors, managers, founders and team members of companies who want to gain more insights into neurodiversity and the positive impact of neurodivergent employees on the organisation.

Available in English, Dutch and French, online or on location. Free presentations are available for public non-profit events.

What you’ll learn

  • How the different perspectives and thinking styles of neurodivergent employees and their unique talents and skills can be a strategic and competitive advantage for your company;
  • How you can take neurodiversity into account in the workplace and, as an employer, provide the necessary support and reasonable accommodations to make the work environment inclusive for all;
  • How to create a supportive and inclusive work environment that empowers neurodivergent employees to reach their full potential and contribute to your organisation’s growth;
  • How to broaden your talent pool and attract talented employees who may be often overlooked due to stereotypes, but who possess unique qualities that can be of great value to your organisation;
  • Why investing in neuro-inclusion is a win-win for everyone and strategic advantage for the company (and not just another nice-to-have).
Organising this awareness talk contributes to the following SDGs:
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Good health and well-being
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Decent work and economic growth
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Industry, innovation and infrastructure
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Reduced inequalities
As well as the social aspects of the ESG criteria.

Presented by

This lecture is given by two experienced speakers in the field of neurodiversity at work, who are also neurodivergent themselves. Their presentation style makes it easier to discuss heavier matters in a smooth and humorous way.

Daphné De Troch

Daphné De Troch learnt how to create a safe work environment for and lead a team of neurodivergent people, after she was diagnosed with ADHD and autism. She started Bjièn with Dietrich to help other leaders and teams with the awareness of neurodiversity and make their workplace neuroinclusive.

Dietrich Moerman

Dietrich Moerman is a software engineering expert turned neurodiversity consultant and trainer. He learnt the power of psychological safety and limiting cognitive load while leading software development teams, gradually discovering the value for his own ADHD and autistic brain. Today, he helps leaders and HR professionals to let their teams thrive with neurodiversity.

What others say

«We would like to thank you for the fascinating presentation you gave about neurodiversity in the workplace. Inspiring to hear how we can unleash the potential of all our employees in an inclusive work environment where everyone feels supported and valued. And we are convinced that it will contribute not only to the success but also to the well-being and growth of our people.
At Proximus we already attach great importance to the Think Possible culture; but the Think Different culture will now certainly be added. 😉 To be continued…»
– Kristine Van der Jeught, Proximus
«Daphné and Dietrich shared some clear insights regarding inclusion in general and neurodivergence in particular during an online, interactive one-hour webinar. Through their approach, they created awareness of the concept of neurodiversity. They also shared a lot of practical tips and tricks about neurodiversity in the workplace. Highly recommended for those who want more insight into this matter.»
– Griet Santy, Voka
«Daphné and Dietrich speak partly from their own experience and that ensures that they immediately engage the audience. Neurodiversity is certainly not an obvious theme, but they present it in an accessible and scientifically substantiated way. They do not avoid difficult questions, but they do not seek out controversy either. Our audience was very positive about the shape and content of their keynote.»
– Olivier Volckaert, City of Ostend
«We recently invited Daphné and Dietrich to one of our team events. Neurodivergence is not an unknown topic within the team, but it was nice to get the full picture outlined. It is an absolute added value that Daphné and Dietrich speak from experience and that they can spice their theoretical stories with humorous and real-life situations. Definitely recommended to get familiar with this subject!»
– Tim Sterkens, madewithlove
«A very interesting and inspiring session given by two people who know what they are talking about and can be an example for many. Thank you for sharing your experiences, expertise and insights with us!»
– Dorine Rosseel, City of Ostend
«Clear session in which neurodiversity and associated strengths/challenges are central. Not only are scientific insights used as a starting point, but lived experience experts also have their say. In addition, experience from the professional field is integrated. Pleasant, interactive session to follow.»
– Lies De Kock
«Daphné and Dietrich provided us with many valuable insights into neurodiversity in a disarming way. Through this keynote they shared a lot of knowledge and interesting tips from their own experience. Bjièn succeeded in raising awareness about diversity and opened an interesting group discussion about neurodiversity and the power of neurodivergent teams. Highly recommended!»
– Thomas Dujardin, Voka
«Dietrich and Daphné of Bjièn presented a fascinating lecture at Artevelde University College about the talents of neurodivergent people in the workplace. They delivered it with great enthusiasm, humour, panache and above all with a lot of knowledge. It made for interesting discussions. HR specialists, experts, experience experts and their colleagues found this lecture an eye-opener.»
– Jan Van Hee, Artevelde University College

In short, learn how to grow your talent pool, improve team dynamics, increase productivity and create a supportive environment for all employees to reach their full potential.

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