Disability Expo x Outcry Witness

Outcry Witness provides a safe, secure, and completely anonymous platform for victims of sexual violence to keep a record of their experience so that they have control over the choices they decide to make. When ready, survivors can choose to seek justice by reporting the crime, share the records with their loved ones, or just continue to have a safe, online space to store details about what they've lived.

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Addressing Sexual Assault against People with a Disability

Sexual assault is a deeply distressing and prevalent issue, affecting individuals across all walks of life. However, it is crucial to recognise that people with a disability face unique challenges when it comes to addressing and preventing sexual assault. In the UK, statistics reveal a concerning trend, with a disproportionate number of disabled people experiencing such trauma.

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Neurodiversity Celebration Week

Our Co-Founder Jade Wallace teamed up with Hidden Disability and Neurodiversity advocate Rena Zenonos for an enlightening live discussion to mark Neurodiversity Celebration Week. Delving into their personal journeys, they explored topics ranging from their paths to diagnosis to the daily impact of neurodiversity. Catch the replay below to gain valuable insights from their conversation.

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Kris Foster joins?European Women Payments Network advisory board

Our close friend Kris Foster shared the news this week that he would be joining the European Women Payments Network (EWPN) advisory board as a Diversity Champion.?As the first person with Down syndrome in FinTech, Kris is breaking barriers and will work with the EWPN to foster inclusivity and diversity in this field further.

Disability Expo Community: How can people be better allies to the disabled community?

"Ask us what you can do to make our lives easier (and more equitable). Save us a spoon. Remove a barrier. And if we ask you for an accommodation, or to make something more accessible, make it your mission to make it happen."

"Research the venue ahead of time for us. The amount of 'accessibility admin' we have to do just to leave the house is a lot and its draining! When a friend or colleague suggest lets meet at xyz for lunch, and don't worry I've called up, it has step free access, accessible toilet etc etc - this little action means the world!"

"Ask the person if you want to help them. Not "Let me do that for you" but "Is there anything I can do to help?" I often say no, but it gives me the chance to say thanks for offering!"

"A team works best if all of the actions and intentions head in the same direction, utilising each individual skill and opinion unconditionally.?We are in this attack together - to fully support inclusivity and enable opportunity for all.?It’s not a race, where certain ones stride ahead and take the lead, financially and socially benefiting on a personal basis.?We’re a team!"

"Don't assume what we are able to do or not to. Be open for listening and learning about disability."

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Media Roundup

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• Xbox leader for inclusive gaming opens up about her own hidden disability ...?Read more
• Organisations Petition For More Inclusive Parliamentary Environment ...? Read more

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