In recent years, the scientific community has not only opened up to neurodiversity, but has also acknowledged that neuro-atypical persons have always been its members. There are many wonderful scientists with ASD, ADHD, ADD, PTSD, Tourett's syndrome, anxiety, depression and other conditions. Our capabilities, needs and characteristics differ. However, there has not been sufficient recognition of neurodiversity in philosophy, nor for that matter in the philosophy of science, which is surprising since neurodiversity could be an important factor in understanding how science progresses.

As part of the efforts to broaden the Philosophy of Science Association Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Caucus to include other minority groups, we have also created a Neurodiversity Affinity Group that we would like to invite you to join - whether neurodiverse or not.

We aim to both offer an opportunity to celebrate neurodiversity in our community and develop some propositions for making scientific events, platforms, and workplaces more inclusive and recognising this diversity. Unfortunately, neurodiversity has so far been given very little attention in efforts to promote diversity in departments and/or events. 

We want to invite you to join us for the discussion about how to improve upon the representation and support of neurodiverse philosophers of science. Since neurodiverse people are highly varied, it is important to include many of us in debates of accessibility and openness, and we aim to provide a judgment-free space for discussion and support.

We welcome any new ideas or aims for this group.

The current description is, of course, up for discussion too.