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  Embracing Employment: Disability is Not a Dirty Word By Jodie Cowie In a world where inclusion often seems like a distant ideal, it’s time to confront a crucial issue: disability in the workplace. Disability Action Week last year brought this to the forefront of my mind, reigniting a longstanding concern: how do we ensure … Read More

How I have learnt to stand up for myself By Zahava Robb Growing up in a ‘lower-class’ family in Israel, my parents didn’t always know how to fight for my rights. They wanted me to be part of society and lead as normal a life as possible. I always wanted more than this. My father, … Read More

Having the choice to be child free By Zahava Robb “Do you have children?” This is a question I’m asked quite a lot. When I answer no, I often immediately encounter this look of, ‘ugh’ and an awkward silence from the asking party. Times are certainly changing – according to a recent study, the number … Read More

More than: a journey towards pride Jodie Cowie When I reflect on my life, I often think of all the boxes that I tick and the different categories I fit. I think about what pre-conceived ideas and judgements that people may assume prior to even meeting me. The thing is, people don’t fit into categories. … Read More