A WORKSHOP exploring the challenges and potential solutions in gaining graduate level employment for young adults on the autism spectrum will be hosted by York St John University.

The event is for employers, specialist employment services, further education and higher education staff, young autistic adults and parents. A spokesman for the university said, despite having the skills, talents and capabilities to be successful, many young autistic graduates find getting a job very difficult. Local employers, employment services and FE/HE staff could be an important part of the solution. The outcomes of the workshop will inform the content of an on-line toolkit for both autistic students leaving university and also employers seeking to become more autism-friendly. Taking place on June 16, from 10am to 4pm, the event will provide opportunities to learn more about the challenges and successes of employing an autistic graduate and build networks across different sectors in York and the region. Running across the day, the workshop will include discussion around workplace adjustments, disclosure, interviews and recruitment among other issues.