The NEN peer support aims to engage with neurodivergent entrepreneurs in the South of Scotland in three ways (with the aim that some or all will be a good fit for most):
Peer to Peer coaching
Peer to peer coaching sessions are held weekly on Zoom at 2-4pm on Tuesdays.
The coaching will allow people to gain
- a sense of community
- empowerment to create their vision
- business connections and support
- promotion via NEN social accounts
- shared expertise in navigating formal process e.g. Access to Work process
Facilitated in person and online Focus Group Navigating Neurodivergence workshops
Coming soon – in person and online workshops to explore neurodivergent brains and thinking styles, plus individual strengths, dreams and goals, and connect in a focus group to gain knowledge of the shared and individual needs of our community
- facilitated set up e.g. branding ideas and professional photos
- accessible workshops delivered in person in Dumfries and Galloway and the Scottish Borders, and online via Zoom
- cohort of eight participants per workshop, with a finale conference style session to be shared as a podcast episode
Supportive Virtual Office and Body Doubling Space
As part of building a supportive online community this space is facilitated to allow community members to gain motivation and connection from working “alongside” each other, which is especially important in rural areas where travel distances, times and expenses may prevent regular in person meet ups