There are various reports suggesting how autistic people can be productive in many fields of human activities. In fact, few weeks ago, a person who is considered as autistic is ascertained to solve cybersecurity crisis of every state. Currently, there are questions about where adults with autism are heading when it comes to their employment.
Autistics need employment too, that is why the question where they will be heading in 2017 is crucial. Not only them, but also those who have neurodiverse differences are included. There are also questions about the initiatives or assistance that may be granted to them as well as what people can do in order to help them.
According to Forbes, this year has a wide range of employment initiatives for them. Most of these works are extra-governmental which means that it is more involved with the energy of those who belong in the autistic spectrum as well as parents and advocates. There are three initial strategies provided for these initiatives.
Autism at Work by large employers
It was reported by Microsoft that it will launch its pilot programs focused on hiring people with autism. At first, the company hired 11 new employees who suffer from such disorder and it is still finding for candidates who will be provided with the ever expanding list of business opportunities.
Other software giants and prominent tech firms like SAP, Google, Salesforce, Hewlett Packard, Cable Labs and CollabNet supports the employment initiatives for people who have autism. Firms outside of tech also support them like Deloitte, Best Buy, Ford Motor and Willis Towers Watson.
Autism-focused businesses
Social Enterprises are being launched specifically aiming to hire adults within the autism spectrum and improve their strengths. Perhaps, the Rising Tide Car Wash is one of the best known car wash chains emphasizing the attention to loyalty and detail of its employees.
Self-employment and internet-based work
There are many employment opportunities provided for in the internet that are also open for adults with autism. Some of the internet based platforms like the Art of Autism, Picasso Einstein and the Autistic Creatives Collective could showcase their works as artists, musicians, painters, photographers, writers and many more. For the years to come, it expected that these employment approaches will remain and continue.
