Neurodiversity at Work

It is estimated that 15-20% of people are Neurodivergent in some form, but despite this, it is often considered a niche term and it is not always fully understood, if at all. 

Join us as we learn about Neurodiversity and how it can play a key role in transforming our workplace, why Neurodivergent skills are a key asset, and how we can best nurture them so that they thrive.  This event will give companies the opportunity to tap into a much-hidden level of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion while focusing on centring Neurodivergent individuals and empowering them to bring their unique talents to the workplace. 

The event will consist of a panel discussion followed by Q&A, with breaks given. 

Who is this event for? 

Anyone can join this event (and this is not limited to only women). We especially recommend it for HR professionals and managers. If you work with people, then this event is a must.

Panel 

Dr. Elizabeth Frei, Psychologist/Psychotherapist FSP

Valentina Coco, Author, Coach and Senior Organizational Change Expert

Sarah Collins-Kaufmann, Swiss Foreign Relations Advisor & Mental Health Advocate

Victoria Grineva, Journalist & Communications Specialist

Moderated by Rachael Camp, UX Designer & Neurodiversity Advocate

Zoom link for event https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82049429678?pwd=N8CFcVoFNo0ILX8tldI9IVhIivk58J.1

About Dr. Elizabeth Frei

Dr. Elizabeth Frei is a Swiss-recognized psychotherapist and an American-licensed clinical psychologist. She is passionate about working with marginalized people, including neuroatypical people and people who have settled in Switzerland from other countries. Along with her colleagues in Biel, she founded the c2gether praxis which focuses on bringing mental health awareness and support to English-speakers through community-building and group events.

About Valentina Coco

Author of "What Power Do I Have?". An Engineer by study, but passionate about art, literature, sports, and learning, Valentina spent the last 20 years working in areas from corporate finance and supply chain to self-employment, DEI and culture and back into the corporate world but in a completely new field: Organizational change and culture… Valentina proves that anything is possible. Diagnosed as neurodivergent in her late 30ies after a lifetime of feeling like she never fit anywhere, she now openly talks about everything and anything, in the hope of breaking taboos.

About Sarah Collins-Kaufmann

Sarah is a passionate advocate for neurodiversity in the workplace. As a neurodivergent individual herself, she brings a unique perspective to the conversation. During her university years, Sarah actively engaged as a speaker for the mental health organization, batyr, sharing her experiences and insights to destigmatize mental health challenges.  Her journey extended beyond advocacy into foreign relations, where she gained experience working for both governmental and private entities in Switzerland. Despite her professional pursuits, Sarah's commitment to mental health remained unwavering. She became a certified mental health first aid provider, equipping herself to support those in need in and outside the workplace. Recognising the need for English-speaking mental health initiatives in Switzerland, she spearheaded a multiple Embassy supporter campaign to bridge the gap and provide essential resources for the expatriate community. Her holistic approach, blending her professional endeavours with her passion for mental health, has earned her a reputation as a dynamic force for positive change.

About Victoria Grineva

Victoria GRINEVA is an International Journalist, Marketing and Communication Specialist, and entrepreneur. Over the past 7 years, she has navigated diverse sectors, from the United Nations to education and financial services, enhancing their brand strategy and global marketing operations. Recently, she's championed neurodiversity with her NEST_Voices newsletter and is in the process of establishing the Association for Neurodiversity in Switzerland. Beyond her professional sphere, Victoria is a dedicated painter and art teacher. She strongly believes in a world where honest dialogue and collaborations between authentic individuals and creative minds are encouraged and celebrated.

About Rachael Camp

Rachael is a UX Designer and within her profession, is an advocate for neurodiversity and accessibility. As she is neurodivergent herself, she understands the unique strengths and abilities that neurodivergent people have and wants to see a fairer and more inclusive workplace to support and empower those with differing needs. Rachael has been a volunteer with Women in Digital since 2020 and contributed to the growth of the association, redesigning the digital platform and joining the executive team.