AI in creating inclusive work environments for neurodiverse employees
subject: Artificial intelligence; Inclusivity; Neurodivergent; Neurodiversity; Workplace diversity
description: Purpose This study aims to examine the increased focus on neurodiversity in contemporary businesses. It shows how inclusive policies can capitalize on the special abilities of people with neurodiverse backgrounds, including their extraordinary problem-solving abilities, meticulous attention to detail and creative thinking. These policies benefit the individuals and contribute to a more diverse and innovative workplace. Design/methodology/approach Data was collected through semistructured interviews with HR experts and neurodivergent employees. The qualitative data were manually analyzed and coded, and themes were identified. Findings The results highlight the significant benefits of accepting neurodiversity in the workplace, enlightening the audience about its potential. For instance, artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to anonymize resumes, removing potential biases related to gender, ethnicity or age. In addition, AI can help in identifying the unique skills and strengths of neurodivergent employees, enhancing the fit between job responsibilities and their abilities. This study also emphasizes the wider effects of accepting neurodiversity on employee satisfaction, productivity and organizational innovation. This study promotes a deep learning framework that combines human-centered strategy with strategic methods to maximize the participation of neurodiverse workers and foster a more creative and dynamic corporate culture, convincing the audience of its benefits. Research limitations/implications This study is limited by its qualitative nature and relatively small sample size, comprising 15 HR professionals and 20 neurodivergent employees, which restricts generalizability. The sensitive nature of neurodiversity also made participant recruitment challenging, with some individuals hesitant to disclose their condition. In addition, companies were reluctant to share internal AI practices due to confidentiality concerns. The research focused on a select set of orga…
creator: George, Ginu; Kulkarni, Mugdha; Varghese, Bindi
source: Advances in Autism;pp.1-20
publisher: Emerald Publishing
date: 01-01-2025
rights: Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library
relation: ISSN: 20563868;
format: online
language: English
type: Article
coverage: George G., Department of Academics, Westford University College, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates; Kulkarni M., Symbiosis Centre for Information Technology (SCIT), Symbiosis International University, Pune, India; Varghese B., Department of School of Business Management, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, India