The Power of Learning Through Play
When we think of learning and transmitting information, images of classrooms, textbooks, and lectures often come to mind. However, one of the most effective and enjoyable ways to acquire knowledge, skills, and problem-solving abilities is through play. Learning through play isn't just for children; it's a powerful approach that extends across all age groups. How come playing is such an effective way to learn and grow?
Unveiling the Strengths of Neurodivergent Individuals in the Hospitality Sector
One of the remarkable attributes neurodivergent individuals often exhibit is their sustained attention and meticulous eye for detail. This skill is a crucial asset in the hospitality sector, where precision is paramount in delivering exceptional guest experiences. Whether it's arranging cutlery on a dining table or ensuring every room detail is immaculate, their ability to focus for extended periods and spot even the tiniest discrepancies adds an unparalleled level of quality control.
A key project goal of the HOST consortium
A key project goal of the HOST consortium: developing a Board Game
that will serve as a learning tool for hospitality staff with
autism. Why is a board game so suitable for this
purpose?
Autistic employees. Benefits and advantages for Hospitality
By Polys Kallis
The
shortage of staff in Hospitality is a worldwide phenomenon.
The fact that a large proportion of the population are autistic
persons, justifies the question why not more autistic people are
not employed in this field.
Employee Performance Management
Performance Management for all staff – regardless of ability – should be an ongoing process that lasts throughout the entire employment cycle. Managers can stay in touch with the progress of employees by scheduling ‘review’ sessions in a one-to-one or even group format. The frequency of Performance Review Sessions can be agreed upon between Managers and Employees, although usually different organisations have their own management policies with pre-defined parameters.
Why should you invest in an autistic workforce?
People with autism and other qualities are often experts within their field of expertise. They are excellent at understanding complexity and ensuring error-free task completion. They can see patterns in chaos. Moreover, they approach "boring" tasks with a high work ethic and thoroughness.
Creating Inclusive Work Environments: The HOST VET Course for Managers
The HOST partnership performed online (77) and offline (1) interviews among tourism managers. The majority of our interviewees, at 82%, indicated awareness and familiarity with autism in some way. Furthermore, 47% of organizations have implemented a social responsibility policy, while 24% are considering implementation. This indicates a growing trend towards social responsibility and inclusivity in the workplace.
The European tourism industry is facing a shortage of skilled and qualified workers
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The European tourism industry is facing a shortage of skilled and qualified workers, especially in digital and customer service skills. There is also a lack of diversity and inclusion in the industry, which makes it difficult to attract and retain talent. To address the HR gap, industry stakeholders need to develop effective training and development programs, offer competitive compensation packages, and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Time to entrust autistic persons at hotel jobs?
By Polys Kallis, Kallis Filoxeniaki
At the moment, very few autistic people are employed, even though many want to be. One reason for this might be that nonautistic people focus on things that autistic people find difficult, and ignore things that autistic people can do well.
Autism and employment
The difficulties with communication and social interaction that people with autism experience often affect their abilities to participate in job interviews, understand employers’ expectations and communicate with managers and colleagues.
Yet, the greatest challenges that people with autism face in relation to employment are the lack of access to opportunities and discrimination.
These barriers to employment are raised long before a person with autism starts looking for a job. Across Europe, there is a serious lack of adapted education and training that could enable people with autism to gain the vocational, social and communication skills that are required for work. When a person with autism does seek employment, regardless of whether they managed to gain a relevant education or not, they are often confronted with discrimination related to their autism.
Despite the internal difficulties and societal barriers that confront people with autism, they have many strengths that can make them potentially outstanding employees. These can include the ability to focus on details, the ability to excel at logical and repetitive tasks, and the tendency to be very loyal and reliable.
To enable people with autism to gain employment and fulfil their potential at work, support is needed.
Under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, people with autism have the right to support in employment.Source: https://www.autismeurope.org/what-we-do/areas-of-action/employment/