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Working with autistic colleagues

Just 16% of autistic adults are in full-time paid employment. [i] [ii]  Many autistic people have a variety of sometimes exceptional skills and qualifications. This means that  everyone  is missing out. If you have any doubts about this, start by taking a look at this  clip .  The barriers to work begin at the recruitment stage and continue once someone is employed or volunteering. Here I'll be exploring these and sharing practical tips from autistic museum workers. Understanding is the key to benefiting from autistic contributions Employers and colleagues may not realise just how much an autistic worker can bring to the team. There's most awareness in the scientific and digital industries. Unusually, this firm only employs autistic people. It’s created a supportive environment from which all workplaces can learn. However, it's wrong to think that autistic people are suited to a limited range of jobs. Many creative, imaginative people are autistic.  Some managers fea