• 16th February 2026

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  • 13th February 2026

Our next AGNC educational event, in collaboration with the AGNC EDI subcommittee, is supporting neurodiversity in the workplace with Dr Jo Horne.


Date: Monday 16th February 2026
Time: 13.00-14.00

 

Overview: 

A session on neurodiversity in the workplace, and how we can support those around us who may think, process information and experience feelings differently to us. The session will include an introduction to neurodiversity and discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with being neurodivergent, supported with real-life examples and signposting to help better support those around us.

 

Speaker: Dr Jo Horne 

Jo is a dual registered Clinical Scientist and Biomedical Scientist, having worked in the NHS for almost 30 years. Her scientific and clinical background is as a Consultant Healthcare Scientist in Cellular Pathology, specialising in gastrointestinal histopathology reporting and dissection.

Jo currently works as a Scientist Training Programme (STP) Training Programme Director for the National School of Healthcare Science (NSHCS), supporting the training of Healthcare Scientists across the UK. Jo has a professional and personal interest in neurodiversity and increasing levels of understanding and support for neurodivergent people in the workplace. Jo also runs her own Healthcare Science website, which is an information resource for all things Healthcare Science (healthcaresciencenews.co.uk).

Jo also works for the NHS Leadership Academy as an Accredited Professional Coach, focusing on career coaching for NHS colleagues. Within her coaching practice, Jo has a special interest in neurodiversity, introversion, and sensitivity – supporting everybody to reach their full potential.

In her spare time, Jo is a keen potter and Welsh language learner. She also enjoys theatre, gardening, crafting, and supporting her local football team.

 

How to join: AGNC members will have been sent a Zoom link to register in advance for this meeting. If you would like to become a member of the AGNC, please see the following webpage: https://www.agnc.org.uk/about-us/.