Andrew Dixon is an interdisciplinary PhD candidate at Memorial University whose work focuses on building inclusive employment systems for neurodivergent and disabled youth. He is a senior research officer with the For Diverse Youth (4DY) initiative, a knowledge-to-practice project within Inclusive Design for Employment Access (IDEA) that supports construction and manufacturing employers to create barrier-free, sustainable workplaces.

Andrew brings expertise in qualitative research, evidence synthesis, and applied systems analysis, with a strong focus on translating research into practical tools and resources for employers. His doctoral research examines workplace inclusion, disability rights, and social justice, with particular attention to how organizational systems shape employment outcomes for neurodivergent people.

Andrew has lived experience with neurodiversity and invisible disability, which informs his commitment to co-design, accessibility, and youth-centred approaches. Outside of his research role, he is actively involved in community advocacy and volunteer work, including with Scouts Canada and disability organizations in Newfoundland and Labrador.