Inclusive intelligence: AI strategies for neurodivergent talent

Purpose This paper aims to propose a strategic framework for leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) not merely as a tool for accommodation but as a catalyst for cultivating neurodivergent talent and fostering profound organizational inclusivity. Design/methodology/approach Synthesizing research from neurodiversity, organizational behavior and AI ethics, this paper develops an integrative model that reimagines the role of technology in human resources, moving from automated processes to architected inclusion. Findings It identifies five core strategies that reframe AI’s role in HR: mapping cognitive strengths against deficits, scaffolding autonomy over oversight, building trust through digital dignity, fostering empathy in leadership and measuring human flourishing over mere productivity. Implemented ethically, these strategies position AI as a powerful engine for talent development. Originality/value This study’s primary contribution is the concept of inclusive intelligence – a new organizational capability where AI serves not as an operational tool, but as a strategic partner. It argues that by intentionally architecting AI-driven systems, HR can unlock latent human potential and build a more innovative and humane workplace.