Summary:
In this episode, Nic Nagtzaam speaks with Alicia Chui, a trainee at Gumada AI Academy, about her experiences as a neurodivergent individual in the workplace. Alicia shares her journey of understanding her autism diagnosis, the challenges she faces in communication and social interactions, and the importance of creating inclusive environments for neurodivergent individuals. They discuss the strengths that come with neurodivergence, such as hyperfocus, and the need for community support and understanding from employers. Alicia also highlights the innovative project she is working on to connect autistic and ADHD job seekers with neuro-inclusive companies in Malaysia.
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Keywords:
neurodiversity, workplace inclusion, autism, ADHD, Malaysia, neurodivergent, inclusive workplaces, community support, job seekers, strengths and challenges