This session is being held as a breakout at our Fusion event. Registration for this session automatically registers you for Fusion as well.

Join us for a dynamic and inclusive roundtable exploring how local authorities can harness technology to bridge digital inclusion gaps, not just within their workforce, but across the communities they serve. This session will spotlight how Microsoft tools can support neurodiverse individuals, those from disadvantaged backgrounds, and older citizens, ensuring no one is left behind in the digital transformation journey.

Agenda Highlights

Welcome & Framing

• Setting the session’s goals
• Acknowledging lived experiences and diverse inclusion needs

Guided Discussion: Inclusion in Practice
Explore four key themes through interactive discussion and real-world technology applications:

1. Neurodiversity & Cognitive Inclusion
   • How can we create environments that support neurodiverse thinking styles—for staff and citizens alike?
   • Tech Tie-In: Accessibility tools, ADHD-friendly workflows, inclusive design in Teams and Outlook
2. Ageing Workforce & Community
   • What does digital inclusion look like for older colleagues and older residents?
   • Tech Tie-In: Simplified interfaces, Udemy training, adaptive security policies
3. Socio-Economic Barriers
   • How can IT level the playing field for those from disadvantaged backgrounds—both in the workplace and in the wider community?
   • Tech Tie-In: Cloud PCs, Windows 365, Power Platform for self-built solutions and citizen services
4. Intersectionality & Policy
   • How do we ensure our inclusion policies reflect real-world complexity and community diversity?
   • Tech Tie-In: Microsoft Viva and SharePoint for feedback, storytelling, and inclusive policy development

Wrap-Up & Actions

• Capture key takeaways and commitments
• Share resources and next steps

Why Attend?

This session is designed to inspire action, foster collaboration, and showcase how inclusive technology can transform lives, within local authority teams and across the communities they support. Whether you're shaping policy, delivering services, or supporting teams, you’ll leave with practical insights and tools to make inclusion real.

🔗 Register Now to secure your place and be part of the conversation shaping a more inclusive future for all.