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‘I want to inspire other disabled athletes’

by Charlotte Dolman | Jun 17, 2024 | Parents & Carers

A 14-year-old para-swimmer from Somerset said she wants to be a role model for younger people hoping to get into the sport. Sophie York from Paulton has just returned home after competing in the Dwarf Sports Association National Games.

Geek Girl: The teen drama tackling neurodiversity

by Charlotte Dolman | Jun 14, 2024 | Parents & Carers

Many of us would love to play our favourite book character in a film or on TV – but Emily Carey has managed to live the dream. The 21-year-old is the star of teen drama Geek Girl, an adaptation of the book series of which she was a “huge fan” growing...

‘Life was hard with a limb disability- but now I am a Lioness’

by Charlotte Dolman | Jun 10, 2024 | Parents & Carers

When Sacha Bowman was a child she was conscious of the fact that she stood out. “It was a bit of a difficult experience, being mixed race and having a disability,” says the 23-year-old who was raised in a predominantly white area of Lancaster. “I had basically no one...

NHS England accused of ‘dragging its feet’ on new accessibility procedures

by Charlotte Dolman | Jun 7, 2024 | Parents & Carers

NHS England has been accused of “dragging its feet” on bringing in new accessibility procedures, leading to disabled people routinely struggling to access healthcare and facing cancelled appointments.

‘Bridgerton’ fans are praising the disability representation in season 3

by Charlotte Dolman | Jun 6, 2024 | Parents & Carers

The popular Netflix series “Bridgerton” has always been celebrated for its diverse and inclusive storytelling. In its third season, the show has taken a significant step forward in representation by including characters with disabilities and those who are...
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