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Neurodiverse Hospitality: Exploring employment engagement and neurodiversity within the international hospitality and tourism industry

Summary: Vincent van Niekerk is conducting research as part of their Master's thesis at Auckland University of Technology (AUT), focusing on neurodiversity in the hospitality and tourism industry. Their study aims to explore the unique employment experiences of neurodivergent individuals, including workplace dynamics, challenges, and opportunities.


Researchers: Vincent van Niekerk


Who can participate?

  • Employees will need to be neurodivergent or have Autism or ADHD.

  • Employees should be working in the hospitality and tourism industry.

  • Managers working in the hospitality and tourism industry and consent to a virtual interview.


What's involved?

Quick survey that is less than 10 minutes.


Participant Compensation:

Enter the draw for a $150 NZD gift voucher for a store of your choice.


Deadline to Participate: 1 March 2025


Contact Information: jpx4057@autuni.ac.nz


Ethics Approval Number: This research was approved by the AUT Ethics Committee (AUTEC) on 10/12/2024 (Number: 24/358)





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