Why We’re Relaunching QSSS™ — And Why the Events Industry Needs More Than Neuroinclusion

I founded EventWell® in 2017 to make a difference to an industry I love. An industry I’ve spent nearly three decades in. Next year marks 30 years working in events – and 10 years of EventWell. One decade of my career dedicated to changing how we think about wellbeing, accessibility, and inclusion in live environments.…
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Designing for Brains, Not Just Access: Why Events Must Move Beyond Neuroinclusion to Neuro-Affirming

Events are, at their core, human experiences. They are built on connection. Conversation. Energy. Shared moments in time. Which means this: if people don’t feel safe to be in those spaces- really be – then the event isn’t working as well as we think it is. For years, the industry has been (rightly) talking about…
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Quiet Rooms Don’t Fail Because of Bad Intentions. They Fail Because No One Is Managing Them.

There’s a persistent assumption in the events industry that once you’ve created a quiet room, the job is done. A calm space. Some soft lighting. Maybe a few beanbags, fidgets, or headphones. And that’s it. But here’s the reality: a quiet room without supervision doesn’t stay a quiet room for very long. Not because people…
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The Quiet Weight of Shame: Living Neurodivergent in a World That Didn’t Understand

There’s something we need to talk about. Not sensory tools, not productivity hacks, not “superpowers.” “Shame“. Not the dramatic kind. The quiet kind. The slow, accumulated kind. The kind that builds when you grow up being called Strange. Weird. Too sensitive. Too intense. Too much. Not enough. And after a while, you start to believe…
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Neurodiversity: Not a Modern Phenomenon but an Evolutionary Strength

We often think of neurodiversity, autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other neurological differences, as something new, something we’ve only recently begun to understand. But what if these ways of thinking, processing, and experiencing the world aren’t modern anomalies at all, but deeply rooted parts of our evolutionary story? From an evolutionary perspective, there’s a compelling argument…
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Neuroinclusion & the EU Accessibility Act: What Event Organisers Need to Know (and Act On)

The countdown is on! From 28 June 2025, the European Accessibility Act (EAA) will change the rules of the game — and if you’re an event organiser, it’s time to start paying close attention, especially when it comes to neuroinclusion. While the EAA might look like a digital-first directive at first glance — websites, mobile…
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The Misconception of the ‘Simple’ Quiet Room in Events

In recent years, many event industry guidance documents and accessibility reports have suggested that a quiet room can be a simple space with just some chairs and adjusted lighting. While this might seem like a well intentioned and easy to implement solution, it is fundamentally flawed and can be actively harmful to neurodivergent attendees and…
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Why Neuroinclusion is Universal Design for All Events

Every event is a neurodiverse event! Whether or not organisers realise it, their attendees include individuals with unique ways of processing the world. This includes neurodivergent individuals, such as those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other neurological differences. But neurodiversity doesn’t stop there, it also includes neurotypical attendees. Neurodiversity refers to the full spectrum of…
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Navigating Events with Confidence: Top 5 Tips for Neurodivergent Attendees

Attending events can be an exciting but overwhelming experience for neurodivergent individuals, including those with autism, ADHD, sensory sensitivities, and other neurological differences. In this blog, we share five valuable tips to help neurodivergent attendees navigate events with confidence, ensuring a positive and comfortable experience. 1. Plan Ahead and Familiarise Yourself with the Event Before…
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Could We Be Doing More? Addressing Neurodiversity in Event Planning.

In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of the importance of neurodiversity in event planning. However, the question remains: have event managers unintentionally excluded neurodivergent individuals from their events in the past, and are they doing enough to change this for the future? Today’s blog aims to explore these questions and discuss the…
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Why Event Organisers Should Prioritise Neuroinclusion at Their Events

Neuroinclusion is a critical aspect of event planning that event managers should prioritise to create a welcoming and accommodating environment for all attendees, regardless of their neurological differences. Let’s discuss why event managers should ensure their events are neuroinclusive, starting with several key points that can be highlighted: 1. Promoting Diversity and Inclusion By ensuring…
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Building Trust for Neurodivergent Event Attendees

Neurodivergent individuals have diverse neurological conditions such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and more. Building trust is essential to ensure their comfort, inclusion, and overall positive experience. Do you know how you can build trust and create a welcoming environment for neurodivergent attendees at your events. Let’s explore some strategies to foster trust: 1. Education and…
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The Impact of Events on Dyslexic Attendees

Dyslexia is a learning difference that affects reading, writing, and spelling skills. Events, with their abundance of written materials and fast-paced nature, can present unique challenges for dyslexic individuals. Today, we want to shed light on the impact of events on individuals with dyslexia. Let’s explore the impact of events on dyslexics and how we…
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Neuroinclusive Event Design – Top Ten Tips

Creating events that are inclusive and considerate of diverse neurological needs is not only essential but also ensures that everyone can fully participate and enjoy the experience. Today, we wanted to share some expert tips on neuroinclusive event design, here are our top ten tips for neuroinclusive event design: 1. Prioritise Accessibility: Make accessibility a…
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The Benefit of Quiet Rooms for Autism

Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects individuals in various ways, often resulting in difficulties with social interaction, communication, and sensory processing. One particular challenge faced by individuals with autism is sensory overload, which can lead to anxiety and distress. To address this issue, the concept of quiet rooms has emerged as a potential solution.…
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Making Neuroinclusion a Budget Priority in Events

Today, we want to emphasise why neuroinclusion should be a budget priority in events. Allocating resources specifically for neuroinclusion demonstrates a commitment to creating inclusive and accessible environments for all attendees. Here are some key reasons why neuroinclusion deserves budgetary consideration: 1. Equal Access and Participation: Neuroinclusion ensures that individuals with diverse neurological experiences have…
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EventWell Joins Neurodiversity in Business to Support Neurodivergent Individuals in the Workforce

Initiative to help ensure greater workplace inclusion of the neurodivergent community EventWell is proud to have become a Community Partner of Neurodiversity in Business (NiB), the voluntary industry forum supporting the participation of neurodivergent individuals in the workforce. We want to be a part of NiB’s journey to unlock the potential of neurodiversity in business…
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