NEURODIVERSITY HUB

About, Policies & Contact

Learn about the purpose, principles and editorial standards of Neurodiversity Hub, including accessibility, AI use, privacy, external-link policy, corrections, participation and contact pathways.

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Important: this template is designed as a strong editorial and governance foundation for the website. Privacy, terms and legal notices may need jurisdiction-specific review depending on where the site operator is established, what personal data is collected and which third-party services are used.
9.1 About Neurodiversity Hub
What is Neurodiversity Hub?

Neurodiversity Hub is an independent knowledge and navigation platform that brings together reliable information, resources, organisations, projects, practices, events and opportunities related to neurodiversity.

Who is it for?

The Hub is designed for neurodivergent people, children and young people, students, families, educators, researchers, employers, career professionals, health and support professionals, policymakers, NGOs and community groups.

What does it provide?

The platform connects users to evidence-informed resources, official organisations, selected projects, inclusive education and employment practices, community pathways and current opportunities.

What does it not provide?

The Hub does not replace professional medical, psychological, legal, educational or employment advice. It is an information and signposting platform.

9.2 Mission & Vision
Mission

To improve access to reliable, inclusive and practical neurodiversity information and to connect people with resources, organisations, projects and opportunities that support participation, learning, work and wellbeing.

Vision

A society in which neurological differences are recognised, respected and supported, and where neurodivergent people can participate fully in education, employment and community life.

Long-term ambition

To become a trusted international gateway for neurodiversity knowledge, evidence, practice, collaboration and community participation.

9.3 Objectives
Increase access to knowledge

Make high-quality neurodiversity information easier to find, understand and use.

Support inclusive education

Promote inclusive teaching, Universal Design for Learning, reasonable accommodations, accessible assessment and effective transitions.

Support inclusive employment

Promote inclusive recruitment, workplace adjustments, neuroinclusive leadership and career development.

Connect users with trusted sources

Direct users to official organisations, research centres, project platforms and evidence-informed resources.

Promote good practice

Showcase transferable projects, case studies, innovations and practical tools.

Strengthen participation

Create pathways for lived experience, community contribution, collaboration and shared learning.

Promote accessibility

Encourage accessible digital content, communication and inclusive design.

Support evidence-informed decisions

Provide access to research, reports, policies, data and frameworks relevant to neurodiversity.

9.4 Our Approach
Strengths-based

We recognise abilities, interests, talents and different ways of thinking rather than defining people only by difficulties or deficits.

Rights-based

We support dignity, autonomy, participation, accessibility, non-discrimination and equal opportunity.

Neurodiversity-affirming

We recognise neurological variation as part of human diversity while also acknowledging that some people may experience significant disability or require substantial support.

Evidence-informed

We prioritise official, academic, professional and recognised organisational sources.

Person-centred

Support needs, preferences and goals differ between individuals. We avoid one-size-fits-all assumptions.

Inclusive and intersectional

We recognise that neurodivergent people may experience different outcomes depending on gender, age, disability, culture, socioeconomic circumstances and other factors.

Practical

The Hub aims to connect evidence with actionable guidance, tools, examples and implementation resources.

International

Content may include global, European, national and local perspectives where they add value.

9.5 Editorial Policy
Source quality

Priority is given to official institutions, peer-reviewed research, recognised professional bodies, reputable NGOs, universities, public authorities and established project platforms.

Editorial selection

Resources are selected for relevance, reliability, accessibility, usefulness, transferability and alignment with the Hub’s scope.

Original sources

Where practical, links point directly to the original publication, project, organisation, course, event or official landing page.

Clear categorisation

Content is organised by topic, audience, resource type, programme and practical use.

Avoiding duplication

When the same resource is relevant to several sections, it may appear in more than one navigation pathway but should retain a single authoritative external source.

Updates

Content may be reviewed, corrected, reclassified, replaced or removed when information becomes outdated, unavailable or no longer meets editorial standards.

Commercial neutrality

Inclusion in the Hub does not imply endorsement, sponsorship or commercial preference unless explicitly stated.

9.6 Accessibility Statement
Commitment

Neurodiversity Hub aims to make its content usable by as many people as possible, including people with cognitive, sensory, motor and communication differences.

Design principles

We aim for clear headings, readable layouts, sufficient contrast, predictable navigation, descriptive links, keyboard-friendly interaction and responsive design.

Plain and structured language

Where possible, information is presented in concise sections with clear labels and reduced unnecessary complexity.

Alternative formats

Where practical, downloadable and visual materials should be accompanied by accessible text or equivalent information.

External content

Accessibility of third-party websites and documents is outside the direct control of Neurodiversity Hub.

Feedback

Users are encouraged to report accessibility barriers so that improvements can be considered.

9.7 AI & Content Policy
Use of AI

Artificial intelligence may be used to support research organisation, drafting, summarisation, categorisation, translation, formatting and quality-control workflows.

Human oversight

AI-assisted content should be reviewed before publication when it contains factual, policy, health, legal, funding, event or time-sensitive information.

Source verification

AI-generated statements should not replace source verification. Important factual claims should be checked against reliable sources.

No automated diagnosis

AI content on the Hub must not be used to diagnose autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, DCD, Tourette syndrome or any other condition.

Transparency

Where AI has materially contributed to substantial original content, the Hub may provide an appropriate disclosure where useful.

Privacy

Sensitive personal information should not be entered into AI systems without an appropriate lawful and ethical basis.

Bias and language

AI outputs should be reviewed for stereotyping, deficit-based language, unsupported generalisations and exclusionary assumptions.

9.8 Privacy Policy
Data minimisation

The Hub should collect only personal information that is necessary for a defined purpose.

Possible data collected

Depending on site functionality, this may include contact details submitted through forms, newsletter subscriptions, contribution forms, technical logs or analytics data.

Purpose limitation

Personal data should be used only for the purpose communicated to the user.

Third-party services

Some functions may rely on external services such as analytics, email systems, embedded media or form providers. Their privacy practices may also apply.

Retention

Personal information should not be retained longer than necessary for the relevant purpose or legal obligation.

User rights

Applicable data-protection rights may include access, correction, deletion, restriction, objection and withdrawal of consent.

Contact

Privacy-related requests should be directed through the Contact section.

9.9 Terms of Use
Informational use

Content is provided for general information, education, research and signposting purposes.

No professional relationship

Use of the site does not create a medical, legal, therapeutic, educational, employment or consultancy relationship.

External links

External links are provided for convenience and reference. Users should review the terms and policies of third-party websites.

Intellectual property

Original Hub content may be protected by copyright or other rights. Third-party content remains the property of its respective owners.

Acceptable use

Users should not misuse the website, interfere with its operation, attempt unauthorised access or use content in unlawful ways.

Changes

Content, structure, policies and links may be updated without prior notice.

9.10 Disclaimer
General information only

Neurodiversity Hub provides general educational and informational content.

Health information

Health-related content is not a substitute for diagnosis, treatment or advice from appropriately qualified professionals.

Assessment resources

Screening and assessment information is provided for awareness and professional reference. Online information should not be treated as a diagnosis.

Employment and legal information

Workplace, disability-rights and policy content may vary by jurisdiction and should not replace qualified legal or professional advice.

Funding and calls

Deadlines, eligibility rules and programme conditions may change. The official funding body or call documentation is authoritative.

Events

Dates, locations, fees and availability may change. Users should verify details with the event organiser.

External content

The Hub is not responsible for the accuracy, availability or subsequent changes of third-party content.

9.11 Content & Link Policy
Direct-link principle

Where practical, links should point directly to the most relevant official resource, publication, project, event, policy, toolkit or specialist page.

Official-source preference

For government, EU, UN, university and institutional information, official sources are preferred.

Specialist organisations

When an organisation’s entire mission is directly relevant, its official specialist homepage may be used.

Stable links

Where possible, persistent landing pages, DOI pages, official repositories or recognised project records are preferred over temporary URLs.

Link checks

Links may be periodically checked and broken links may be updated, replaced or removed.

No endorsement

A link does not imply that Neurodiversity Hub endorses every statement, service or activity of the external organisation.

Commercial links

Commercial resources should only be included when they have clear informational value and should be identified appropriately.

9.12 Corrections & Updates
Correction principle

Factual errors should be corrected when identified and reasonably verified.

Time-sensitive content

News, events, funding opportunities and calls should be treated as time-sensitive and checked against the official source.

Broken links

Users may report broken, redirected or outdated links through the Contact section.

Suggested corrections

Correction requests should identify the page, the information believed to be incorrect and, where possible, a reliable supporting source.

Editorial decision

The Hub may correct, update, annotate, reclassify or remove content after editorial review.

Review priority

Health, legal, policy, funding, deadline and safety-related errors should receive higher review priority.

9.13 FAQ
Is Neurodiversity Hub a diagnostic service?

No. The Hub provides information and signposting only.

Is all content written by Neurodiversity Hub?

No. The site links to and summarises content from many external organisations, institutions, projects and researchers.

How are resources selected?

Resources are selected using relevance, reliability, accessibility, source quality, practical value and transferability criteria.

Can I recommend a resource or organisation?

Yes. Suggestions can be submitted through the Get Involved section.

Can I submit a project or good practice?

Yes. Projects, practices, tools and case studies may be submitted for editorial review.

Can I share my lived experience?

Yes, subject to consent, editorial review, privacy and safeguarding considerations.

Are external links checked?

Links may be checked periodically, but external websites can change without notice.

Can I use Hub content in teaching?

Users should follow the copyright and licence information attached to each item. Original Hub material may have separate reuse conditions.

How can I report an error?

Use the Contact or Corrections & Updates pathway and provide the relevant page and supporting information.

9.14 Get Involved
Share a story

Contribute a lived-experience perspective for editorial consideration.

Suggest a resource

Recommend a report, toolkit, course, dataset, publication or teaching resource.

Recommend an organisation

Suggest a relevant organisation, network, research centre or public body.

Submit a project or good practice

Share a project, case study, innovation or reusable project result.

Submit an event

Recommend a conference, webinar, training event or workshop.

Become a contributor

Offer expertise, review support, educational content or community input.

Collaborate

Explore institutional collaboration, project cooperation or knowledge-exchange opportunities.

9.15 Contact
General enquiries

Use the site contact form or published contact email for general questions.

Corrections

Please include the page title, the item concerned and a reliable supporting source where possible.

Accessibility feedback

Describe the accessibility barrier, device/browser if relevant and the page where the issue occurred.

Content submissions

Use the appropriate submission pathway for resources, organisations, projects, events or stories.

Privacy requests

Use the contact channel identified for privacy and data-protection enquiries.

Response expectations

Submissions may be reviewed before response or publication. Submission does not guarantee inclusion.

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