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autistic employees (Breeding 2023, pp. 9, 31). Closing this gap begins with education and intentional
team-building strategies.

Key topics may include (Greer 2021, p. 23):

• What autism is-and what it isn't
• Why neurodiversity benefits the workplace

• How communication and behavior may differ
• Strategies for respectful interaction
• Inclusive hiring practices
• How to support autistic colleagues in daily work
• How to create psychologically safe, stigma-free environments

Offering education is the first step to reduce misunderstandings and empowers teams to treat
each other with empathy, not assumptions.

5.4 Inclusive team building activities

Since autistic people often face social challenges, an autism friendly environment also requires
adjusting typical team-building approaches.

Inclusive team-building doesn’t have to be complicated—but it should be intentional. Here are
some examples of ways to consider:

Icebreaker Activities
Simple, structured icebreakers can help team members get to know one another in a low-

pressure way. This is especially valuable for those who find spontaneous social interaction challenging.

Collaborative Problem-Solving

Working together to solve a shared challenge—like a service-related scenario or team puzzle—
builds trust, encourages cooperation, and fosters a sense of shared purpose.

Group Brainstorming Sessions

Inclusive brainstorming allows all voices to be heard. Using written or visual formats (e.g. sticky
notes or whiteboards) can make participation easier for those who prefer time to process or
communicate non-verbally.

Team-Building Games
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