# Movement dedicated to neurodiversity in fundraising set to launch this month

- Link: https://fundraising.co.uk/2024/09/02/movement-dedicated-to-neurodiversity-in-fundraising-set-to-launch-this-month/
- Published: 2024-09-02T12:24:03+01:00
- Author: Melanie May

**Neurodiverse Fundraisers – a new movement dedicated to neurodiversity in fundraising–
will launch later this month, with a waitlist now open for anyone interested in 
joining.**

Founded by Jonathan Levy, Managing Director of Resolute Fundraising, and Fundraising
Convention Chair, the movement will champion neurodiversity with a particular focus
on supporting fundraisers affected by neurodivergence.

[Announcing Neurodiverse Fundraisers on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jonathanlevyuk_fundraising-neurodiversity-neurodivergence-activity-7232673108950675458-667k?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop),
Levy said that a couple of years ago, after sharing his own story which includes
neurodivergence at the annual Fundraising Convention, he first starting meeting 
other fundraisers who were neurodivergent. This came after nine years in the sector
where he had never knowingly met any. He has now met many, who often also haven’t
previously met anyone with a similar condition to them. Being in this situation,
he says, _“can cause feelings of anxiety, isolation, and generally poor mental health,
because although these fundraisers have an array of talents, life being neurodivergent
can be particularly challenging_.”

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He adds: _“Achieving fundraising targets isn’t ever easy but imagine being in a 
role and having the additional challenge of trying to fit in and keep your job. 
That’s a common reality for many as they can have difficulty paying attention, dealing
with numbers, following instructions, maintaining control, navigating social interactions,
using office equipment, or writing well, amongst other difficulties too.”_

Levy is launching Neurodiverse Fundraisers to help, which, he says, will be _“a 
safe space to connect, learn, share, and thrive, and will hopefully lead to improved
employment outcomes. Therefore, it will be for the good of everyone.”_
People can
join the waitlist [here](https://www.neurodiversefundraisers.com/) with the movement
open to fundraisers across the globe.