Mencap
Myth
A myth is an idea about something that is not true.
buster Heidi Crowter is a passionate
activist
An activist is a person who campaigns to bring about change.
, campaigner and wife to her husband James.
She says "I made history in 2021 by being the first person with
Down syndrome
Down syndrome, also known as Down's syndrome, is a type of disability. People with Down syndrome may find it hard to learn new things and may need support. They may have more problems with their health too.
to spearhead a national campaign to try and change the current laws surrounding people like us."
Heidi's myth to bust
"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't get married; James and I are very happily married!"
Top facts about Heidi Crowter
Disability: Down syndrome
Location: Coventry
Likes: Liverpool FC, Narnia and church
Dislikes: Rice pudding, Manchester FC and eating rice.
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