The Canary Code

The award-winning guide to creating workplaces where neurodivergent talent--your organizational canaries--can thrive, benefiting everyone. Despite valuable skills and strong work ethics, neurodivergent individuals (those with ADHD, autism, Tourette Syndrome, and learning differences) face significant employment barriers. In the US, 30-40% of neurodivergent people and 85% of autistic college graduates struggle with unemployment. This practical guide helps CEOs, managers, HR leaders, and change-makers build truly inclusive workplaces by addressing systemic issues that harm everyone. Drawing on 25+ years of global experience and research on uniquely inclusive organizations, the book offers: An intersectional approach to neuroinclusionHolistic understanding of human differences (social, cognitive, emotional, physical)Comprehensive talent practices from job descriptions to leadership developmentGlobal perspectives celebrating diverse neurodivergent voicesActionable strategies for change at any organizational level

With a blend of lived experience, academic rigor, and accessible writing, this groundbreaking work clearly distinguishes between academic, applied, and personal content, allowing readers to navigate the material according to their needs and interests.