Looking to hire? Why people with autism can make loyal, long term employees

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — April is Autism Acceptance Month, and News 4 is highlighting autism acceptance in the workplace, and why people with autism can make excellent employees.

The diagnosis is becoming more and more common due to better detection.

According to the CDC, one in 36 children now has autism, and many adults are being diagnosed later in life.

Last month, News 4 introduced you to Carley Dummitt, one of four 2024 Remarkable Women of Oklahoma nominees.

“I was suicidal at age 9.” Woman with autism now thrives advocating for autism community

Carley has autism and loves her marketing job with Autism Foundation of Oklahoma, where she advocates for Oklahomans with autism and their families.

News 4 was happy to have Carley as a guest on our 4:30 show, where she discussed what makes employees with autism so valuable to employers, as well as how to help them thrive in the workplace.

Carley’s interview can be seen in the video at the top of this story.

To learn more about the plentiful resources and programs provided by the Autism Foundation of Oklahoma, click here.

To see Carley’s story as a 2024 Remarkable Women of Oklahoma finalist, click here.

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