We are pleased to announce an employment review launched by the government today to boost the employment prospects of autistic people. The review is supported by Autistica and led by Sir Robert Buckland KC MP.
Right now, only 3 in 10 autistic adults are in work. But many more want to work and have a lot to offer companies. The Buckland Review of Autism Employment will ask businesses, employment organisations, specialist support groups and autistic people to help identify the barriers to securing and retaining work and progressing with their careers.
What the review will cover
The Buckland Review of Autism Employment will consider issues including:
- How employers identify and better support autistic staff already in their workforce.
- What more could be done to prepare autistic people effectively for beginning or returning to their career.
- Working practices or initiatives to reduce stigma and improve the productivity of autistic employees.
What happens next
The Buckland Review of Autism Employment will start next month. We will be working with other charities, autistic people and employers on the review. The recommendations will then be reported in February 2024.
How to get involved
If you're a manager, HR or D&I lead, you can register for updates on projects like this review and get access to the Autistica Employers Guide to Neurodiversity.
“We are delighted to support the government on this vital review. This will help us to rethink how we approach autistic people's access to work and perhaps drive a wider rethink around how we accommodate everyone in work, as we all think differently with unique strengths, challenges and needs.”
Dr James Cusack, Chief Executive, Autistica