About ANBA
ANBA - Asia Neurodiversity Business Alliance is a cross-industry network of organisations deeply committed to harnessing the power of neurodiversity to build a resilient and innovative business landscape in Asia.
We recognise and celebrate the diversity of human minds, understanding that neurological differences such as autism, dyslexia, ADHD, and others are a valuable part of human diversity.
Member organisations: Bloomberg, EY, Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, HSBC, Societe Generale, Standard Chartered.
Advisory partner: DiverseMinds.
Vision
ANBA envisions a vibrant and inclusive business environment in Asia where neurodiversity is accepted, celebrated, supported, and leverage as a source of strength, creativity, and innovation.
Its objectives are:
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to strengthen Asia leaderhip awareness and commitment to neurodiversity; and
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to amplify the narrative that neurodiversity is an asset to Asia business
A dynamic Business Case for Neurodiversity in Asia
In today’s competitive business landscape, building neurodiverse workplaces isn’t just an important people and culture initiative—it’s a strategic advantage. The concept of neurodiversity is gaining attention in business settings because the more neurodiverse an organisation is, the more potential exists to enhance teams and outcomes by bringing a broader range of perspectives and thinking styles to the workplace.
By cultivating an environment that values diverse thinking styles and perspectives, organisations not only foster creativity and productivity but can also build a more engaged and satisfied workforce. In doing so, they position themselves as leaders in an evolving market landscape, ready to tackle future challenges.
ANBA Leadership
ANBA Co-Chair
Rachael Shek
Partner, Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
"Our clients told us they wanted to do something meaningful to accelerate progress around neurodiversity inclusion that is, importantly, appropriate for Asia workplaces"
ANBA Co-Chair
Xavier Chen
General Counsel, Asia
Lombard Odier
"The concept of neurodiversity, or cognitive diversity, remains poorly understand across the world, especially in Asia. I joined this group in the hope that we could utilise our collective resources and experiences to raise awareness and acceptance of neurodiversity in our social and business communities"
