Our annual conference 2019, Right here, looked at the importance of people with a learning disability of all ages being seen, heard, included and valued in all walks of life. Like at school, college, work, home, community, arts, leisure and positions of authority and expertise.
Being seen, heard, included and valued helps:
reduce stigma and discrimination against people with a learning disability
give people power and control in their own lives
people’s well-being
Making a Wales where people with a learning disability are seen, heard, included and valued is important for everyone as it:
makes the most of people’s skills, knowledge and talents
helps services provide the right services and support
contributes to community cohesion and economic development
We also ran a photo competition with Able Radio for anyone living in Wales with a learning disability.
You didn’t have to have a fancy camera, you could use your phone camera if you want.
We were looking for pictures that tell a story about how you are seen heard and valued