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International Policies and Guidance for Autistic People

There are several international frameworks, policies, and legal instruments designed to protect the rights of Neurodiverse people.

In the UK:

Equality Act 2010

Protects individuals with disabilities, including Autism, from discrimination in employment, education, and access to services.
Employers must make reasonable adjustments to support Autistic employees.
Applies to recruitment, promotions, pay, training, and workplace environment.

Children and Families Act 2014

Focuses on children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Requires local authorities and schools to provide support plans and reasonable accommodations.

Autism Act 2009 (England)

The first disability-specific legislation in the UK.
Requires development of an adult autism strategy, including guidance on health and social care services.

Neurodiversity-Inclusive Policies

Local NHS and education policies increasingly recognise neurodiversity as a spectrum of differences rather than deficits.
Guidelines emphasise individualised support, early interventions, and access to reasonable adjustments.

In the United States:

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 1990

Prohibits discrimination based on disability in employment, education, public services, and accommodations.
Requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations, including adjustments for social, sensory, or communication needs.

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) 2004

Ensures that children with disabilities, including Autism, receive free appropriate public education (FAPE).
Schools must provide Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) tailored to the student’s needs.

Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504

Protects students and employees from discrimination by federally funded institutions.
Mandates reasonable accommodations for educational and workplace access.

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) 2014

Supports employment services for people with disabilities, including training, placement, and career development.

In the E.U

European Disability Strategy 2010–2020 (and 2021–2030 update)

Protects all persons with disabilities, including neurodiverse conditions, promoting accessibility, inclusion, and employment opportunities.

EU Charter of Fundamental Rights

Articles 21 & 26 prohibit discrimination and protect social and occupational inclusion for all neurodiverse individuals.

European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR)

Article 14 prohibits discrimination based on disability, covering neurodiverse conditions.
Supported by UN CRPD for comprehensive protections.

International / United Nations

Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD, 2006)

Global protection for people with all forms of disabilities, including neurodiverse conditions.
Guarantees rights to education, employment, independent living, and inclusion.
Requires reasonable accommodations and individualized support.

International Labour Organization (ILO) Standards

Conventions promote non-discrimination and workplace accommodations for all neurodiverse conditions.

In Canada

Canadian Human Rights Act (CHRA)

Prohibits discrimination for all persons with disabilities, including neurodiverse conditions such as ADHD, Autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and Tourette’s.

Employment Equity Act

Federally regulated employers must remove barriers for neurodiverse employees and provide accommodations.

Provincial Accessibility Legislation

Examples: Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) ensures workplace and public service accessibility for all neurodiverse individuals.

In Australia

Disability Discrimination Act 1992

Protects all people with disabilities, including neurodiverse conditions, from discrimination in employment, education, and access to services.
Employers and service providers must make reasonable adjustments.

Australian Human Rights Commission Act 1986

Provides mechanisms for complaints and enforcement of disability rights, including neurodiverse conditions.

National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

Offers funding and support for individuals with neurodiverse conditions to promote independence, participation in education, employment, and daily life.

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