Online open workshops
Join other like-minded individuals for an open workshop, led by our senior training team of clinical psychologists and diversity experts.
Some key details about the workshops:
Attendance
We cap attendance at around 15 attendees to allow all participants enough time to ask questions and interact.
Workshop safety
All workshops will provide a safe space in which to raise questions and practice responses and a supportive environment for learning, reflection and relaxed conversation.
Recordings
All sessions take place via zoom and are not recorded.
Resources
Post-training resources are circulated to participants.
Embracing neurodiversity
Next date: Friday 17th April 11am – 12.30pm (via Zoom)
Led by consultant clinical psychologist, Dr. Victoria Mattison, this 90-minute workshop aims to explore what we mean by neurodivergence and equip you with tools to create a more neuro-inclusive workplace.
We’ll look at:
- What is neurodivergence? (Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia)
- How experiences in the workplace can differ for neurodivergent and neurotypical individuals
- Reasonable adjustments & navigating disclosure in the workplace
- Why embrace neurodiversity; the power of a neurodiverse workforce
- Understanding the barriers & stigma that neurodivergent individuals face
- Pursuing a diagnosis – what are the benefits?
- The relationship between neurodivergence and mental health
- Resources and signposting
Inclusive line management
Next date: Friday 15th May 2026, 11am – 12.30pm (via Zoom)
Led by cultural producer and D&I specialist, April Brown, this session is for new and existing line managers of early-career professionals from communities that are under-represented in the sector.
What we cover:
- Best practice in line management; supporting underrepresented early career professionals
- The life cycle of the CA Springboard entry support programme; from induction to approaching the end of the traineeship, preparing for next steps (if appropriate)
- The expectations of your working relationship
- Understanding intersectional identities and power imbalances
- What are the stumbling blocks, and how to overcome them
- Support with next steps, approaching the end of their contract
