Human Fabric Resources
Explore the articles, reports, webpages, books, and other materials we think you might find useful on the topics neurodiversity, diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as leadership and team development.
Neurodiversity at Work
Articles, Reports, and Links
Neurodiversity is a Competitive Advantage
Austin, R. & Pisano, G. (2017), in Harvard Business Review
Creating a Better Work Environment for All by Embracing Neurodiversity
Deloitte Center for Integrated Research (2022)
Neurodivergent People Make Great Leaders, Not Just Employees
Praslova, L. (2021), in Fast Company
Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Interests, Issues, and Opportunities
Society for Industrial & Organisational Pyschology (2022)
A Biopsychosocial Model and the Impact on Working Adults
Doyle, N. (2020), in British Medical Bulletin
Neurodiversity in Business: Research Report 2024
University of Birbeck (2024)
EY Global Neuroinclusion at Work Study 2025
Ernst & Young (2025)
Reasonable Accommodation Guide 2023
Disability People’s Organisations Coalition & Office of the Ombudsman (2023)
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
Andrew Hick (2025)
Cognitive Accessibility Guidelines
Department for Education. (n.d.).
Understood
Non-profit empowering people with learning and thinking differences in the United States.
Books
The Neurodiversity Edge: The Essential Guide to Embracing Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Other Neurological Differences
Dunne, M. (2024)
The Canary Code: A Guide to Neurodiversity, Dignity, and Intersectional Belonging at Work
Praslova, L. (2024)
Neurodiversity at Work: Drive Innovation, Performance and Productivity with a Neurodiverse Workforce
Kirby, A. & Smith, T. (2021)
Learn About Dyslexia
Dyslexia General Information
Dyslexia Assessment Providers (Resource List)
Find a list of useful contacts to reach out to directly regarding Dyslexia assessments.
This is Dyslexia (Book)
Griggs, K. (2021)
British Dyslexia Association (Website)
British Dyslexia Association is a UK charity offering trusted information around Dyslexia.
SPELD NZ (Website)
SPLED is a national nonprofit supporting people with dyslexia and other specific learning differences through diagnostic assessments, one-to-one tuition, educator training and more.
Dyslexia At Work
Dyslexia Friendly Formatting (PDF)
Covers a range of aspects on dyslexia friendly formatting such as font sizes, color options, images and more.
Empower Dyslexic Thinking In The Workplace (PDF)
Learn how Dyslexia thinking can empower the workplace from hiring processes, workplace adjustments and more.
Tips For Dyslexic Employees (PDF)
Find useful tips for dyslexic employees.
How Dyslexic Thinking Is Beneficial At Work (PDF)
Learn how dyslexic thinking benefits the workplace by understanding complex issues, having big picture thinking and more.
How Technology Helps Dyslexics In The Workplace (PDF)
Learn how technology can be useful for Dyslexics in the workplace from incorporating text to speech software's and more.
Tips To Help Recruit Dyslexic People (PDF)
Learn what adjustments helps to recruit individuals who have dyslexia by adjusting interview processes and valuing dyslexic thinking in the workplace.
How To Help Dyslexic Employees As a Manager (PDF)
Quick tips on how a manager can help dyslexic employees; from presenting and receiving information in a multi-sensory way, providing encouragement and more.
What Dyslexic Employees May Struggle With In The Workplace (PDF)
Dyslexics may struggle with information overload or completing tasks that aren't clear. Learn how an individual with dyslexia could can overcome these challenges.
Checklist For Dyslexics In The Workplace (PDF)
Use this useful checklist to highlight your strengths, what you may struggle with and adjustments that help you in the workplace.
Learn About ADHD
General Information
How To Get an ADHD Diagnosis in New Zealand
Find out how to get an ADHD diagnosis, the criteria involved, and the recommended next steps.
What is ADHD + Symptoms (& More)
Learn more ADHD, symptoms, strengths, challenges and more.
ADHD & Creativity (Article)
Discover what studies say about ADHD and creativity, covering thinking styles, medication effects, and key brain findings.
ADHD Strengths (Article)
Discover strengths reported by adults with ADHD and how recognising them can support wellbeing, learning, and work.
Executive Function: Describing Six Aspects ofa Complex Syndrome (PDF) Brown, T. (2008)
ADHD NZ (Website)
NZ's national ADHD nonprofit organisation with plain-language guides, a self-screening tool and resources.
Additude Magazine (Website)
An ADHD focused website with practical, expert-reviewed articles, tools, and webinars covering symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and daily strategies for adults, parents, and educators.
How to ADHD (Website)
An ADHD education website with research-informed videos, practical tools, and a friendly community built to help you work with your brain.
ADHD At Work
Books
Taking Charge of Adult ADHD
Barkley, R. (2021)
ADHD 2.0
Hallowell, N. & Ratey, J. (2022)
ADHD: A Hunter in a Farmer's World
Hartmann, T. (2019)
ADHD Works at Work
Maskell, L. (2022)
The Year I Met my Brain
Bosely, M. (2023)
Unmasked: The Ultimate Guide to ADHD, Autism, & Neurodivergence
Middleton, E. (2023)
The Neurodivergence Skills Workbook for Autism and ADHD
Kemp, J. & Mitchelson, M. (2024)
Learn About Autism
General Information
How To Get an Adult Diagnosis in New Zealand (PDF)
Learn how to get a Autism diagnosis from Autism NZ's step by step guide.
Pros & Cons of a Autism Diagnosis (Article)
Altogether Autism outlines the pros and cons of an autism diagnosis and why some adults choose to pursue one while others don’t.
Strengths & Challenges of People with Autism (Article)
This study research highlights the value of first-hand insights from parents and practitioners, showing how a strengths-based, individualized approach paired with home school collaboration can better support autistic people across learning and work.
Autism NZ (Website)
NZ's National organisation providing resources and relevant information around autism.
Altogether Autism NZ (Website)
Nationwide organisation providing articles and resources about autism.
Autism At Work
Reasonable Work Adjustments for People with Autism (PDF)
Practical guide to building supportive workplaces; covering environment tweaks, flexible practices, communication tips, and fair adjustments.
How to Navigate Work Meetings (PDF)
Autism NZ shares practical tips to make meetings work for everyone.
Strengths in The Workplace (Article)
Altogether Autism shares a short overview of barriers autistic people face in work and how inclusive employers and targeted programmes can unlock strengths.
Books on Autism
Neurotribes: The Legacy of Autism and How to Think Smarter About People Who Think Differently
Silberman, S. (2016)
Divergent Mind
Nerenberg, J. (2021)
Different Kinds of Minds
Grandin, T. (2024)
Learn About Tourette's Syndrome
Learn About Dyspaxia
General Information
How To Get a Diagnosis In New Zealand (PDF)
Tourette's Association of New Zealand provides a brief guide on how to get a diagnosis and shares practical tips to navigate the process.
What Is Tourette Syndrome
Learn about Tourette's, what it means and common signs to look out for.
Symptoms of Tourette's
Learn about the different symptoms of Tourette's and how to get a diagnosis.
Creative Thinking in Tourette's
Discover how researchers explore possible links between Tourette’s and creativity - touching on dopamine, overlapping brain circuits, case examples, and early studies.
Strengths in Tourette's
Learn the different types of strengths an individual with Tourette's may possess.
Tourette's At Work
How To Support Employees with Tourette Syndrome
Learn what Tourette's Syndrome is and how small, practical adjustments can improve overall performance.
Leadership & Team Science
Books
Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation, and Growth
Edmondson, A. (2018)
Strengths Based Leadership: Great Leaders, Teams, and Why People Follow
Gallup. (2009)
Team: Getting Things Done with Others
Allen, D. & Lamont, E. (2024)
Team Habits: How Extraordinary Actions Lead to Extraordinary Results
Gilkey, C. (2023)
Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.
Brown, B. (2018)
Start With Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action
Sinek, S. (2011)
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Why Diversity Matters
McKinsey & Company (2015)
Delivering Through Diversity
McKinsey & Company (2018)
Diversity Wins: How Inclusion Matters
McKinsey & Company (2020)
Why Diverse Teams are Smarter
Rock, D. & Grant, H. (2016) in Harvard Business Review
