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19 June 2023
By Mencap
Beckii's experience as an activist began for a deeply personal reason - freeing her brother from being locked away in a mental health inpatient unit.
Wendy is an activist with a learning disability from Croydon. She talks about why she’s passionate about campaigning for better healthcare for people with a learning disability.
Heidi is already one of the amazing Mencap Myth Busters and now, she's a Guinness World Records title holder too!
9 June 2023
2 June 2023
26 May 2023
A is a time to celebrate the achievements of people with learning disabilities (PWLD) and to challenge the misconceptions that often surround them.
18 May 2023
For Global Accessibility Awareness Day, Harry Roche talks about the importance of making sure nobody with a learning disability is left behind by missing out on important information.
9 May 2023
The residents at a supported living home in Coventry made the most of My Fund to choose a range of new experiences that brought a smile to their faces.
Making music has had a positive impact on Dan, improving his confidence and coordination.
Lilly-Mae and her family were able to go on holiday after applying to My Fund successfully, and made the most of spending time together doing things they love.
Football fan Jamie applied to My Fund so he could have the chance to sit in the stands and watch his beloved Manchester United with his friends.