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Companies go beyond gender, eye neurodiverse talent

Progressive companies understand the importance of diversity and inclusion (D&I) beyond gender. But even while India Inc is still scratching the surface with respect to gender diversity, some organisations like EY and Fujitsu India have begun to transform their work culture to embrace neurodiverse talent too.
Companies go beyond gender, eye neurodiverse talent
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MUMBAI: Progressive companies understand the importance of diversity and inclusion (D&I) beyond gender. But even while India Inc is still scratching the surface with respect to gender diversity, some organisations like EY and Fujitsu India have begun to transform their work culture to embrace neurodiverse talent too.
Other than dyslexia, autism and ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) that are generally known, neurodiverse would also include people who display certain behavioural traits during work pressures and group discussions.

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Namrata Singh

Namrata Singh is editor - business trends at The Times of India, Mumbai. She specialises in sectors like fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), consumer durables, retail and the green economy. She closely tracks corporate groups like the Birlas, in addition to stories on consumer trends.

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