Creating more inclusive workplaces and services doesn’t always require big changes. Sometimes, small adjustments can make a significant difference to how people access and participate in activities, services and opportunities.
In a guest article for Charity Digital, Me2 Club shares practical advice to help charities and voluntary organisations better support disabled and neurodivergent people.
The article explores the importance of looking beyond diagnoses and understanding the barriers people may face, rather than making assumptions about their needs.
It also highlights some simple ways organisations can improve accessibility, including:
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Using clear and accessible communication
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Sharing information in advance
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Providing quiet spaces where possible
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Offering flexibility to accommodate different needs
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Listening to disabled and neurodivergent people and involving them in decisions
A key message is that meaningful inclusion starts with listening to people and understanding their individual experiences.
For VCSE organisations looking to make their services, activities and workplaces more accessible, the article offers useful advice and practical ideas to consider.