Autism stories

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

A timely reminder that many people on the autism spectrum are able to bring new ways of thinking and problem-solving to tech challenges.

those in technology consultant and IT service professional roles reported higher confidence, autonomy, and wellbeing.

auticon, employing autistic IT consultants, teams up with Woolworths for a 6-month pilot to enhance software delivery, fostering inclusive employment practices.

Auticon urges firms to embrace neurodiversity, tackle bias, and value autism in the workplace for better output.

An Australian-designed app that is able detect early signs of autism has won an award from the Business Higher Education Round Table.

ANZ and DXC Technology join forces with La Trobe University in a pioneering partnership to enhance workplace success for individuals on the autism spectrum.

Three Australian universities have joined the DXC Dandelion Work Experience Program to help autistic students build IT careers.

A free iPad and Android game is delivering fresh observations about children with Autism and Asperger Syndrome.