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Spotlight on staff networks: Neurodiversity Staff Network
Posted on behalf of: EDI Unit
Last updated: Wednesday, 16 April 2025
The University commitment to staff networks encourages managers to support members to attend network meetings and events during their working hours where business needs allow. This is part of valuing the crucial contribution of our staff networks and their important role in supporting us to achieve our goals outlined in the Inclusive Sussex strategy.
About the network
The Neurodiversity Staff Network aims to support staff who identify with neurodivergence or are curious about neurodivergence. Neurodivergence sits across social identity and medical conditions that includes but is not limited to ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia and Dyscalculia.
The network operates and meets predominantly through Microsoft Teams where staff are able to connect with each other, share helpful resources and provide peer support. The network now has over 150 members, with activity including:
- an active Teams channel sharing information and support
- monthly network meeting online, and 3 in-person meet ups each year
- a termly newsletter highlighting both university and external events, support and updates
Their latest newsletter is available to access .
How to join
To join the staff network or seek further information, please e-mail co-chairs Maria Bishop (Library), Cécile Chevalier (Media, Arts and Humanities), Darren Payne (Division of Student Experience, Unison)
If you have questions around neurodiversity, do visit our webpage or join the network where members continue to show great support in the sharing of their diverse experiences.
Resources
has books, articles, podcasts and websites recommended by members. This includes to start conversations on what could help you. If you would like to suggest any additions to the resource toolkit, please e-mail the co-chairs.
The university Workplace Adjustment Toolkit includes information for you and your manager on workplace (reasonable) adjustment processes.
Staff Networks
Find out more about the staff networks you can join. This includes the LGBTQ+, Ethnic Minority, Trans and Non-Binary, Disability, Parent and Carer and Neurodiversity staff networks.