Important update on the OpenDoor programme. During 2026, we will be focusing on securing essential grant funding and building the foundations needed to create a programme that is sustainable, properly resourced, and genuinely supportive for everyone involved with a view to opening the programme to applications in January 2027. OpenDoor has always been about doing things thoughtfully and responsibly – not rushing, not cutting corners, and not offering support that can’t be maintained. This additional time allows us to: secure the right funding and partnerships, design the programme around real needs and lived experience, and ensure long-term support, safeguarding and quality are fully in place. We truly believe that doing this carefullyand properly is the only way to honour the purpose of OpenDoor and the people it exists to support. Thank you for your patience, belief, and continued support – we’re building something meaningful, and we’re committed to getting it right.
Opening doors to neuroinclusive careers in the events industry
About the Campaign
EventWell is proud to launch OpenDoor™, a national initiative designed to help 25 neurodivergent individuals take their first steps into the UK events industry.
We know that breaking into events can feel overwhelming, especially when traditional recruitment pathways aren’t designed with different thinkers and feelers in mind. That’s why we’re opening doors, literally and figuratively, to create opportunities that are accessible, supported, and shaped by lived experience.
What OpenDoor™ Offers
Through OpenDoor™, participants will gain access to:
Volunteering Opportunities
Hands-on experience supporting our SensoryCalm™ spaces at exhibitions, conferences and festivals across the UK.
EventWell Crew Roles
Casual paid shifts (4–8 hours) supporting our Hosts and helping to set up and run EventWell spaces, all paid at the UK Living Wage.
Training & Certification
The chance to become a fully certified EventWell Host, with training in neuroinclusion, mental health first aid, and wellbeing support.
Career Pathways
Guidance and mentoring to explore broader opportunities across the events, hospitality, and wellbeing sectors, using your experience as a stepping stone to future employment.
Who OpenDoor™ Is For
We’ll be inviting applications from people who:
Identify as neurodivergent (including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, Tourette’s, Bipolar, OCD, TBI, and more) please note that a full diagnosis is not necessary, self diagnosis is valid.
Are passionate about people, wellbeing, and events.
Want to gain hands-on experience in inclusive environments.
Are friendly, reliable, and curious to learn.
No previous experience is needed, just enthusiasm and a willingness to be part of something meaningful.
Together, we’re opening doors; to opportunity, understanding, and belonging.
OpenDoor™ is a positive action initiative under the Equality Act 2010, designed to address the under-representation of neurodivergent people in paid employment.
Neurodivergent applicants are strongly encouraged to apply, but all applications will be considered on merit.
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