SUSTAINABILITY & ESG
Siemens went purple for # PurpleLightUp , a global movement that celebrates and draws attention to the economic contribution of the 386 million disabled workers around the world
NCI states around 15-20 % of the world ’ s population is neurodivergent . The true numbers are likely higher due to the barriers to diagnosis , especially for those who present atypically .
For this reason , many neurodivergent people are unaware of their neurodiversity or unable to access a diagnosis .
Kelly and Hester ’ s diagnosis has not only positively changed their lives but the lives of other neurodivergent workers through their vital consultancy work .
Welcome to their official guide to what neurodivergent accommodation should look like in manufacturing : starting with an overview of the average neurodivergent experience in the workplace .
Autism , ADHD and neurodivergency : a masked reality Neurodivergent people often have complicated and discouraging experiences of the workplace – a place that isn ’ t designed for them .
“ One of the areas I found challenging was the people management side ,” Kelly explains .
“ I found it hard to relate to others around me and understand their challenges . Despite this I was successful in leading several high performing teams .”
74 January 2025