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 Summarizing this series on voices for inclusion. Thanks so much to everyone who are a part of this series.

  1. Paramita Mazumdar-. Parents must understand that the family support is the backbone of any intervention. Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is crucial, and caring for your child comes first.

  2. Preeti Siwach- Sensitization in the workplace, structure, predictability and written communication goes a long way in abetting workplace transition and inclusion.

  3. Anima Nair- Neurodiversity is an organisational asset; the key lies in adopting an inclusive mindset and lending support to one another. The big question is how do we bring a change in attitude? 

  4. Vineet Saraiwala- A single-minded focus on talents and strengths of the individual, can help build a personal monopoly for them in the space they chose to work. And a fair remuneration for the work delivered will pave the path for inclusion.   

  5. Indrani Basu- There is a dire need for parents' involvement to raise a collective voice for rights and inclusion. Making an impact for the community by being an activist is essential.

  6. Shaloo Sharma- It is our responsibility to change the narrative to keep up with global/new age language of Neurodiversity. In order to remain relevant and foster a community of workplace inclusion, we must constantly innovate and adapt".

  7. Neena Wagh - Inclusion calls for a great deal of social engineering. It is necessary to plan for the wellbeing of adults, not just in terms of employment, but a holistic lifestyle.

  8. Dr. Mitu De- Inclusion does not happen just by having some systems and processes in place. It requires a great deal of empathy and one-to-one connection between the two individuals. This process takes time.

  9. Aratrik Dey- Society has a poor understanding of diversity. If society can imbibe the qualities of self- respect, understanding and love towards people with disabilities, it shall be good for humanity.

  10. Preeti Dixit - Autism is an overlooked disability, especially when it’s ‘high-functioning’, because it’s seen as someone being lazy or stupid or arrogant or rude instead of them having a genuine challenge. I wish parents would give more thought to their childrens’ privacy and dignity before talking about them.

  11. Rohan Dixit- Self advocacy is important as it will help the younger kids hearing from those who have already been through the same journey before.The work must continue since efforts for inclusion can significantly improve life for those of us with special needs.

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