Mencap
Myth
A myth is an idea about something that is not true.
buster Aisha Edwards is a theatre usher and loyal girlfriend.
She wants to show the world that people with a
learning disability
A learning disability is to do with the way someone's brain works. It makes it harder for someone to learn, understand or do things.
can thrive at work and in their
relationships
Relationships are about the people in your life. You might have different types of relationships like friendships, family relationships, or a boyfriend or girlfriend.
, even if they were told they’d never amount to anything at school.
Anisha's myth to bust
"People with a learning disability can’t thrive in the workplace or in relationships."
Top facts about Aisha Edwards
Disability: A learning disability
Location: London
Likes: Jamaica, dancing and going out with mates
Dislikes: Being late, being lied to and mushrooms.
Meet Aisha
"I'm a theatre usher and loyal girlfriend who wants to show the world that people with a learning disability can thrive at work and in their relationships, even if they were told they’d never amount to anything at school."
Find out more about Mencap Myth Busters
Our Mencap Myth Busters include actors, models, campaigners, athletes and artists who are all busting myths about learning disability.