Dyslexia Champions Charter

The Dyslexia Champions Charter

VISION

For there to be a culture within all organisations which fully embraces the concept of neurodiversity and provides appropriate support for neurodivergent individuals. For people to feel safe and comfortable talking about any challenges they may have with their tasks, to be able to find out about what support is available to them and to feel empowered to make informed decisions about whether to seek support … or not.

VALUES, STANDARDS & ETHICS

Integrity
Confidentiality
Treating everyone with respect
Take responsibility of own actions
Work within our own level of competence and refer to specialist advice when necessary
Use accessible ‘dyslexia/neurodivergence-friendly’ practices in communications.
Acknowledge the need to keep up-to-date and maintain currency of knowledge.

VALUES, STANDARDS & ETHICS

To be knowledgeable, approachable & impartial volunteer ‘sign-posters’ who, following their course of study, are ‘qualified to guide’ neurodivergent colleagues towards a recognised process of support. To help raise awareness, in the wider organisation, of the benefits of becoming ‘dyslexia/neurodivergence-aware’. Helping avoid potential discrimination & bullying and thereby increasing the likelihood that neurodivergent colleagues will be able to utilise their strengths and realize their potential – thus enhancing their workplace wellbeing and reducing risks to their mental health.

What an Accredited Dyslexia Champion should do and how:

Provide an essential, safe 'gateway' for those who may have concerns about seeking support for dyslexia and associated ‘processing differences’.
They work with heart – and they are approachable, knowledgeable and impartial.
They guide friends & colleagues towards a recognised process of support.
They can provide important initial 'first aid' strategies for those who are feeling overwhelmed and unsure whether they should mention their challenges.
They appreciate the need for positive well-being both for colleagues and for themselves.
They are volunteers who are equipped with foundation knowledge in the area of neurodivergent conditions to enable them to answer questions from individuals and line managers (as non-specialists).
They agree to continue to gain knowledge around the area of interest - dyslexia and associated neurodivergent conditions.
They know to ask Right Resources Limited or the British Dyslexia Association for guidance and advice beyond their own level of competence.

NB. This is a voluntary role which these individuals deliver ‘in good faith’. Following their training they do not speak on behalf of either Right Resources Limited or their employing organisation.

Dyslexia Champions Charter

The Dyslexia Champions Charter

VALUES, STANDARDS & ETHICS

VALUES, STANDARDS & ETHICS

What an Accredited Dyslexia Champion should do and how:

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