We are pleased to share our Individual Member Survey for 2023. We're delighted by the response and the valuable feedback it contains.
Respondents to this survey were overwhelmingly neurodiverse themselves, and nearly all already work in our industry.
The survey shows how this group feel about our industry’s workplaces and how well employers match person, role, and environment to enable them to achieve and expand their potential. It reveals some of the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in terms of bringing their whole selves to work, and the outlook they have towards progression and career growth!
Thank you to everyone who took part, the information gathered will act as a forerunner to the work of GAIN over 2024 and beyond.
Supporting Networks that Empower a Diverse Community
by Barbara Schonhofer MBE, Co-chair of GAIN, featured in CIO Views
Barbara shares her work-life journey of building supportive networks that empower diverse communities, and how it has led her to champion neurodiversity in the insurance, savings, and investment industry.
Barbara shares, "Well-being and talent are at the top of board agendas, companies are realising they need to operate and think differently whilst sharing a common goal. In order to open up the talent pool and get the best out of its people, the industry needs to acknowledge difference, flex the environment, and allow for individuals to thrive." Take a moment to read the full article.
Are we truly embracing diversity of thought?
by Francis McGee, Executive Chair of GAIN, featured in Intelligent Insurer Review
Our world is changing. As we become increasingly reliant on artificial intelligence (AI) within the insurance industry; data analysis, pattern recognition, and machine learning beckon a workforce who can think differently.
As we look for a new kind of employee, is it time to recognise the hidden talent within our existing teams, who may be afraid to show you who they really are?
With foresight and ingenuity, neurodivergent individuals offer diversity of thought, excelling in roles such as data technology, risk, compliance, digital transformation, and operations. Take a moment to read the full article.
Why I choose to disclose. Count me in – yes please!
By Nalini Solanki, GAIN Individual Member & Diversity Project Ambassador & Co-Chair, Neurodiversity Workstream
Nalini shares her personal journey of why she choose to disclose she is neurodivergent.
She writes, "The word disability may have negative connotations for some, but I’ve come to realise that for me it’s just a word that implies different abilities. For far too long I made excuses for myself, not wanting to be viewed as anyone less than, not realising that I was doing just that."
Take a moment to read her valuable insight.
'Vina Talks ND Life' Podcast Series
Hosted by Dr Vina S. Theodorakopoulou FRSA
In this podcast series, we unite neurodiverse brains from the financial services sector, spotlighting work life in the heart of the City of London. Importantly, our platform is a global stage, welcoming financial services practitioners worldwide eager to contribute their unique perspectives on diversity of thought.
Our podcast is a beacon for fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, casting light on neurodivergence within the industry. Each episode takes a deep dive into the lived experiences and corporate insights of our guests. We navigate through our passions, job roles, aspirations and challenges cultivating a free-flowing dialogue that harmonises with the fast-paced nature of the financial world.
Join us in the exploration of intersectionality, identity and #work ethics—the driving forces behind productivity in today's dynamic business landscape. Together, let's amplify #diverse voices and insights to inspire #innovation within your organisation.
Catch up on all the episodes of 'Vina Talks ND Life' via:
Bite-Size Learning, a new short-form video webinar series created by GAIN. Each chapter comprises a specific set of learning topics designed to take you through the foundations of understanding neurodiversity, including some actionable steps you can take to increase neuroinclusion for your team or company.
We looking for individuals who would be willing to share their ideas and learning to take part in one of our bite-sized video recordings. Register your interest by completing the form.
The GAIN community has grown significantly in the last year. Results from our individual member survey highlighted the need for us to engage actively across a broad range of topics, and also highlighted how enthusiastic our community is about getting involved. As we start to launch more complex and varied projects going forward, our community support and engagement will be vital.
Over 50 of the individuals who completed our 2023 survey also asked to register their interest in participating in volunteer working groups to assist with specific projects. We are in the process of developing proposals for our first group projects for 2024. If you would like to register your interest in participating in a working group in the future, you can use the form below. We will include you in future emails announcing new projects and calls for participation.
Hosting by Amwins, IFN and GAIN - 16 January 12:30 -14:00 (in-person)
Amwins Global Risks Office, 22 Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4BQ
Being a parent of a neurodivergent child can have its highs and lows. Finding a community of others who understand, have walked a similar journey, and are here for support can be a real comfort and inspiration. Join us at this lunchtime, in-person event where you can hear from other parents and discover ways to take care of your own well-being. Register your place today.
We delighted to launch the first of our All-member Roundtables for 2024. This event is open to the key corporate member representatives only to hear the latest initiatives from GAIN, discuss your progress towards neuro-inclusion and meet other corporate members also journeying with GAIN. This event is by invitation only, if you haven't received an email and you are a key corporate member representative, please contact info@gaintogether.org
GAIN Individual Member Events
Individual Member Event
GAIN Individual Member Coffee Chats
Friday, 26 January 2024, 10:30 – 11:30
Wednesday, 28 February 2024, 10:30 – 11:30
Take part in our Individual Member's Coffee Chat hosted on Teams. A chance for neurodivergent individuals and allies to meet, share their experiences, talk about the things that are bothering us, the things we want to change, issues we need help with and our hopes for the future.
Published Dec 2024. No replication without permission. GAIN (Group for Autism, Insurance, Investment and Neurodiversity), 21 Roden Street, London, London N7 6QJ
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