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AsIAm is an Autistic-led advocacy organisation that embraces neuro-affirmative approaches to inclusivity, acceptance and participation. AsIAm's vision is a society in which every Autistic person is accepted “as they are” – equal, valued, and respected. Our purpose is to advocate for an inclusive society for Autistic people that is accessible, accepting and affirming.
We know that 80-85% of Autistic people in Ireland are unemployed or underemployed. This not only has significant financial consequences for our community, but also contributes to social isolation and a loss of independence and dignity. Critically, it represents a major loss of talent to both employers and our society. We know diverse workplaces are more successful and yet the knowledge, experience, expertise, and unique perspective of our community is all too often lost.
This situation can be changed. It will not require vast Government financial investment, or enormous new programmes. Instead, it will require changes to ways of thinking and working, which can often be small, inexpensive, and capable of rapid implementation. Many of these changes will not only benefit Autistic people but all employees, jobseekers and employers.
On Saturday, 29 March, 2025, AsIAm will hold its second Employment Seminar at the National College of Ireland
AsIAm Employment Seminar Saturday, 29 March 2025 from 9.30am-5pm (registration opens at 9am).
Morning Seminar Session: 09:30-13:00
The morning session is open to Autistic jobseekers, employers, educators, career guidance practitioners, caregivers, and anyone interested in creating inclusive workplaces for the Autism community.
Afternoon Employment Group Sessions: 14:00-17:00
The afternoon session is strictly for Autistic Jobseekers
Schedule
09:00: Registration Opens
09:30-10:30 Adam Harris Opening Address
10:30-10:50 Morning Break
10:50-11:50 Keynote Speaker TBC
11:50:11:55:: Movement Break
11:55-12:25: Employment Partner Talk: Insurance Ireland Member
12:25-12:40: Dave Cormack - NCI Talk:
New NCI Programme - Certificate in Harnessing Neurodiversity in the Modern Workplace.
12:40-12:45: Movement Break
12:45-13:00: Mairéad McHale - AsIAm Employment Officer.
Talk: AsIAm Employment Programme
13:00-14:00: Lunch Break
A light lunch will be provided.
Opportunity to network and visit information stands.
14:00-17:00: Employment Group Breakout Sessions (strictly for Autistic jobseekers).
Breakout 1: Job Search Strategy
Breakout 2: CV Development and Letters of Application
Breakout 3: Interview Skills
There is no charge for this event.
Seminar sponsored by Bank of Ireland and Community Foundation Ireland.
With thanks to the National College of Ireland, (Mayor Street Lower, International Financial Services Centre, Dublin 1) for hosting this AsIAm Employment Seminar.
