Hi, my name is Charlie Hart, and I am also known on social media as ‘Ausome Charlie’. Yes, that is ‘Ausome’ with an ‘Au’ for ‘Autistic’– one of my self-assigned labels right there! I am a neurodiversity inclusion keynote speaker with a background in HR Analytics. Starting to Self-Assign Labels When I realised that IContinue reading “The Power of Self-Assigned Identity Labels”
Category Archives: Neurodiversity
Charlie Hart, Neurodivergent Keynote Speaker on Neurodiversity Inclusion
What is Neurodiversity? How can we be more neuro-inclusive? And why? Charlie Hart – also known as Ausome Charlie – is a proudly neurodivergent (AuDHD) and queer (bi/pan) keynote speaker, HR professional, and neuroinclusion trail-blazer. With two decades of corporate experience as a CIPD-qualified HR Analyst, Charlie brings credibility and impact to the inclusion conversationContinue reading “Charlie Hart, Neurodivergent Keynote Speaker on Neurodiversity Inclusion”
Neurodivergent Blurts: Why did I say that?!
One thing that helps me significantly as an anxious autistic adult with ADHD and complex PTSD: When others are understanding and non-judgmental when I accidentally blurt out the wrong thing, resulting in a mismatch between my intent and how I come across. Although I embrace my AuDHD neurotype, I have three hidden disabilities – ALLContinue reading “Neurodivergent Blurts: Why did I say that?!”
Let’s be real!
This week, there has been a recurring theme in the neurodivergent circles I move in: It is time to get real! In one Zoom catch-up, not naming any names, but this powerful thing happened: The first person to be asked “How is it going?” asked in response whether we wanted to hear the masked versionContinue reading “Let’s be real!”
Autism Acceptance Month 2025
My Autistic Diagnosis and Livid Experience How and why was I diagnosed, and where did this lead me? I am often asked how and why I was diagnosed autistic, what is even the point later in life? Well, I was diagnosed aged 42 after struggling for decades and not understanding why. In 2018, I tookContinue reading “Autism Acceptance Month 2025”
Reflections on Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2025
How do you feel about Neurodiversity Celebration Week? This is the sixth year I have been involved, in some way or another, and I love it, but with reservations, some of which are outlined below: Corporate Neurodiversity Inclusion is not Everything! Celebrating neurodiversity and including and appreciating neurodivergent people is not all about work! Yes,Continue reading “Reflections on Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2025”
International Women’s Day 2025
Today is International Women’s Day, and I am ALWAYS reticent to post about this, as I never want to risk leaving anybody out, but here is something I have been meaning to post all week (my workload has been hectic this week). Last Thursday evening in London, I was involved in the fourth ND LeadersContinue reading “International Women’s Day 2025”
Autism Acceptance Day and Week
Are you looking for an engaging and professionally credible autistic keynote speaker with expertise in neurodiversity inclusion in the workplace for Autism Acceptance Day, Week or Month? I will be in London on 1 and 2 April, and I currently have availability on both afternoons for in-person speaking events in London (or hybrid). Email meContinue reading “Autism Acceptance Day and Week”
Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2025
My calendar is filling up for Neurodiversity Celebration Week 17-23 March 2025 with four online events and a keynote already booked. If you want an engaging and insightful neurodivergent (AuDHD cPTSD) speaker with CIPD qualifications and >20 years experience in HR Analytics, book now to avoid disappointment. Email Charlie@AusomeCharlie.co.uk #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #NCW #Autism #ADHD #AuDHD
What is ‘Acquired Neurodivergence?’
The discussion on acquired neurodivergence, as explained by Charlie Hart, emphasises the inclusion of mental health conditions under the neurodivergent umbrella, aligning with Kassiane Asasumasu’s original definitions. The aim is to raise awareness about neuro-differences that are not lifelong, thereby promoting understanding and acceptance of acquired neurodivergence during Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2025.
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