Become a leader in neurodiversity inclusion at work with The Neurodiversity Employers Index (the NDEI®).
The NDEI® is the only gold-standard, evidence-based framework to help you:
- Start your workplace neuroinclusion journey, or build on existing inclusion initiatives
- Attract and retain neurodivergent talent
- Gain a competitive edge from a thriving neurodiverse workforce
Celebrating neurodiversity at work
We know neurodiverse teams perform better. A thriving organisation needs big-picture thinkers, people who notice the crucial details, team players, innovators and creative problem solvers.
An estimated 1 in 7 people is neurodivergent, so chances are a few of your colleagues are too.
Neurodivergence is associated with strengths and qualities such as:
- Attention to detail
- Sustained focus
- Innovative problem-solving and creative thinking
- Loyalty, honesty and reliability
With the right support, neurodivergent people can thrive in the workplace and be an asset to your organisation.
By participating in the NDEI®, you can learn what good support for neurodivergent employees looks like and become a leading neuroinclusive employer.
Deutsche Bank is continuously seeking to understand how best to support our teams, and the Neurodiversity Employers Index (NDEI®) provides a powerful framework within which we can continuously improve our practices to support our neurodivergent staff throughout their career.
Alex Wilson, Managing Director of Deutsche Bank and a senior member of Deutsche Bank’s Neurodiversity Network
Why you should support neurodiversity in the workplace
Although they have plenty to offer, many neurodivergent people face barriers to bringing their best and most productive selves to work. Many are overlooked during the application and interview process. Your organisation can reduce these barriers by learning more about neurodiversity and implementing inclusive policies and practices, most of which are free or low-cost to implement.
Organisations know they need to do more to support neurodiversity in the workplace. But many don’t know where to start, and others are uncertain about how to make measurable year-on-year progress. That’s where the NDEI® comes in.
Why you should participate in the NDEI®
- We will send you a confidential, scored report and personalised roadmap for change. We'll outline quick wins and goals to help you support and sustainably build neurodiverse teams.
- Access evidence-based strategies to help your organisation support and make the most of neurodivergent employees.
- Celebrate your neuroinclusive practices through the NDEI® awards, acting as a beacon for neurodivergent talent.
About the NDEI®
- Relevant to organisations new to neuroinclusion in the workplace and those with more extensive strategies.
- Your participation can be 100% confidential. It is entirely up to you whether you want to make your organisation's participation in the NDEI® public.
- Tested with organisations across industry sectors, company size, and regions.
References
[1] Jones, B. F., & Weinberg, B. A. (2017). Age and productivity: Evidence from linked employer-employee data.
[2] Deloitte. (2018). The diversity and inclusion revolution: Eight powerful truths.
[3] HBR Ascend. (2019). The business case for neurodiversity.