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Virtual reality app oVRcome reduces social anxiety by 35%
AR, VR & Metaverse

Virtual reality app oVRcome reduces social anxiety by 35%

A clinical trial in New Zealand shows the virtual reality app oVRcome cuts social anxiety symptoms by 35.3%, marking a breakthrough in mental health treatment.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
The construction employers shaping the sector’s future
Autism

The construction employers shaping the sector’s future

More than 600 apprentice nominations have highlighted mentors who are helping New Zealand’s construction workforce gain skills and confidence.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 6th Nov 2024

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DXC marks five years of Dandelion neurodivergent scheme
Artificial Intelligence

DXC marks five years of Dandelion neurodivergent scheme

The scheme has kept more than 30 neurodivergent people in technology roles, as DXC expands support and AI training for the next UK cohort.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month
How AI helps neurodivergent professionals showcase their strengths
Data Analytics

How AI helps neurodivergent professionals showcase their strengths

AI tools like Copilot are helping neurodivergent professionals cut cognitive load, boost confidence and turn difference into leadership strength.

By Susanna Ray • 7 min read • Mon, 19th Jan 2026
Study: chat-based screening aids candidates with disability
Recruitment

Study: chat-based screening aids candidates with disability

New research from Sapia.ai reveals chat-based screening tools offer a more equitable assessment for candidates with disabilities, reducing the gap in passing rates.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
Tech firms acknowledge neurodiversity skills gap, study reveals
Autism

Tech firms acknowledge neurodiversity skills gap, study reveals

Despite acknowledging the skills gap, a third of tech firms admit to significant lack of neurodiversity in their workforce, says a study by Wiley Edge.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2024
IWD 2024: Celebrating Women and Neurodiverse Individuals in Cybersecurity
Unified Communications

IWD 2024: Celebrating Women and Neurodiverse Individuals in Cybersecurity

Marking International Women's Day 2024, we champion the significant role women and neurodiverse individuals play in the traditionally male-dominated cybersecurity industry.

By Alicia Wheatley • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
Empowering women in tech: Breaking barriers and advancing careers
AR, VR & Metaverse

Empowering women in tech: Breaking barriers and advancing careers

Diversity and inclusion in the tech industry have finally become more influential, with women applying fresh perspectives to this constantly evolving domain.

By Sowmiya Selvakumaraswamy • 6 min read • Fri, 16th Feb 2024
More than a 1/3 of young workforce identifies as neurodivergent
eLearning

More than a 1/3 of young workforce identifies as neurodivergent

38% of youth identify as neurodivergent, suggesting a need for a shift in current generic training approaches within the workplace.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Dec 2023

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Different Minds names founding partners for launch
Artificial Intelligence

Different Minds names founding partners for launch

Support for neurodiverse talent in ad tech is set to intensify as Different Minds prepares to launch with backing from three industry partners.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Jun 2026
Autism summit in Ottawa puts AI inclusion in focus
Artificial Intelligence

Autism summit in Ottawa puts AI inclusion in focus

AI tools for autism support are under scrutiny as advocates warn disabled people risk being excluded from public services and care systems.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Tue, 14th Apr 2026
Autistic women in tech call for intentional inclusion
DevOps

Autistic women in tech call for intentional inclusion

Autistic women in tech urge firms to move beyond rhetoric, demanding intentional inclusion and safer workplaces as barriers persist.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Mar 2026
Social enterprise opens data careers to neurodivergent
Digital twins

Social enterprise opens data careers to neurodivergent

Australian Spatial Analytics has created over 230 data careers for young neurodivergent adults while delivering AUD $18 million in projects.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
Rewiring innovation: The dynamic and diverse future of emerging tech is female
Unified Communications

Rewiring innovation: The dynamic and diverse future of emerging tech is female

Women and neurodiverse individuals are reshaping emerging tech, bringing empathy and fresh perspectives to innovation and engineering careers.

By Sowmiya Selvakumaraswamy • 5 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025
Exclusive: How tech is giving autistic minds space to thrive and be heard
Health Technologies

Exclusive: How tech is giving autistic minds space to thrive and be heard

On World Autism Understanding Day, experts highlight how technology is transforming support for autistic individuals, empowering them to thrive and innovate.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Innowell appoints Dr Melanie Turner as Chief Clinical Officer
Autism

Innowell appoints Dr Melanie Turner as Chief Clinical Officer

Innowell has appointed Dr. Melanie Turner as its new Chief Clinical Officer, bringing extensive expertise in child-adolescent psychiatry and healthcare.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024
Tech industry's worrying neurodiversity support gap revealed
Recruitment

Tech industry's worrying neurodiversity support gap revealed

Around 31% of tech firms acknowledge a lack of neurodiversity within their teams, with 13% admitting ignorance in addressing this issue.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2024