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Is it suitable to use the phrase 'Learning Disability?' | The Advocacy Fellows #10

The Advocacy Fellows discuss the use of the language 'learning disability' and whether it is a positive or negative phrase.
The Advocacy Fellows: heroes voicing for and empowering young adults with learning disabilities, learn more about this disAbility Cornwall service here: https://www.disabilitycornwall.org.uk/services/the-advocacy-fellows
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Understanding Autism: Communication Challenges | The Advocacy Fellows #9

Join us as Aiden and Vicky explore the experiences of young autistic people, focusing on communication challenges and sensory processing differences. Understanding autistic individuals' need for clear, direct communication and the importance of autonomy in their lives. 
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The value of social activities and hobbies | The Advocacy Fellows #8

In honour of #learningdisabilityweek, Max, Siobhan, Jamie and new Advocacy Fellow Kieran discuss the importance of friendships, staying social and talk about their favourite hobbies.
According to charity Mencap, young adults with learning disabilities take part in fewer activities and hobbies than their peers.
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Discover Voices (c) 2024, a production by registered charity, disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly.

LIVE in Belfast with Helen Laverty Learning Disability Nurse Conference | The Advocacy Fellows #7

The Advocacy fellows are live at Queens University Belfast at the annual Learning Disabilities Conference hosted by Helen Laverty and Positive Choices. Positive Choices is led by Helen Laverty, Professional Lead for learning disability & mental health nursing at the University of Nottingham.
Collectively, Positive Choices is the biggest social network/community of practice for student nurses, registered nurses, people with a learning disability and those who love them across the five nations.
Helen describes herself as passionate about making sure people with a learning disablity get what others would typically take for granted. The Fellows ask her what got her into learning disability nursing and importantly, what pets does she have!
Want to know more about Learning Disability Nursing?
Email Helen at: Helen.laverty@nottingham.ac.uk
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Discover Voices (c) 2024, a production by registered charity, disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly

Lets talk about housing for people with learning disabilities | The Advocacy Fellows #6

People with a learning disability have a right to live in the community with everyone else and make choices about the way they live. So this week, The Advocacy Fellows talk about all things housing as Angie tells the rest of the Fellows the positives and negatives of living in her own place.
Recording courtesy of KMF Radio and Events.
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Discover Voices (c) 2023, a production by registered charity, disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly

Interview with Becci Gowers from IgniteYou | The Advocacy Fellows #5

The Advocacy Fellows sit down with Becci Gowers, Director and Founder of IgniteYou. IgniteYou empowers people to take ownership of their health through movement, nutrition and coaching. Becci is passionate about dance and believes it can be a universal language and can be a tool to allow people to grow. She talks to The Advocacy Fellows about dance, healthy eating and her experience on Britain's Got Talent.
In 2005, Becci embarked on her journey in the world of dance, subsequently earning her qualification as a Dance Teacher in 2006 from the United Kingdom Alliance. A founding member of the renowned dance troupe Flava, she achieved the remarkable feat of reaching the live Semi-Finals on Britain's Got Talent in 2008, showcasing her talents before Simon Cowell. Following this success, the troupe toured globally, captivating audiences with their performances and imparting their dance expertise through teaching engagements
Learn more about IgniteYou here: https://www.igniteyou.org.uk/
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Discover Voices (c) 2023, a production by registered charity, disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly.

The group review their seasonal holidays｜The Advocacy Fellows #4

The Advocacy Fellows are back in the Studio at KMF Radio in Redruth to review the last seasonal holiday back in December. They discuss all things presents and family traditions, and their love for a quiet time when on a holiday break.
The Advocacy Fellows: heroes voicing for and empowering young adults with learning disabilities.
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Discover Voices (c) 2023, a production by registered charity, disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly.

Kate Evan Hughes from Cornwall Council | The Advocacy Fellows #3

Our amazing Advocacy Fellows interview Kate Evan-Hughes, Strategic Director for Together for Families who strives to ensure the support and protection of children and families. The Advocacy Fellows ask about Kate's journey to becoming Strategic Director, school placements for children with special education needs and who will be the parent carer voice in Cornwall?
The Advocacy Fellows: heroes voicing for and empowering young adults with learning disabilities.
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Discover Voices (c) 2023, a production by registered charity, disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly

Cornwall Councils Alison Bulman Director of Care and Wellbeing | The Advocacy Fellows #2

The Advocacy Fellows talk to Alison Bulman, Cornwall Council's Director of Care and Wellbeing about all things social care... and dogs!
They explore various topics, from personal achievements in the first year to Cornwall Council's support in finding Personal Assistants. Discussing the financial aspects of activities, initiatives in rural areas and the potential use of shared prosperity funds for social clubs. The conversation delves into the challenges of retaining the same social worker and the support for those with non-verbal needs.
Ali shares personal highlights, concerns and even introduces her canine companions. Join us for a diverse discussion on stability, post-education opportunities and advocacy visions
For more information on Cornwall Council's health, wellbeing and adult social care news: https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/health-wellbeing-and-social-care/
To contact Cornwall Council's health and social care go to: https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/contacting-the-council/health-and-social-care/
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Discover Voices (c) 2023, a production by registered charity, disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly.

Welcome to the podcast! | The Advocacy Fellows #1

Welcome to the podcast! This new podcast series is hosted by The Advocacy Fellows: heroes voicing for and empowering young adults with learning disabilities.
The team start the first episode by celebrating Disability History Month by asking their friends the following set of questions:
What do you enjoy about your life the most?
What is not good about having a disability?
And if you had a magic wand, what would you do to make your life even better?
Facilitated, edited and published by DISCOVER Voices (part of registered charity disAbility Cornwall) and recorded by Kernow Music Foundation Community Interest Company: https://kmfradioandevents.business.site/
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DISCOVER Voices is a brand-new podcast network that discusses life through the lens of people living with long-term health conditions or disabilities. We welcome a variety of hosts all with their own podcast series, giving their own outlook and take on topics and discussions that are close to their heart. Our first podcast host is Dr Theo Blackmore, the residential researcher at disAbility Cornwall, a Disabled Peoples’ Organisation based in Hayle, Cornwall.
Discover Voices (c) 2023, a production by registered charity, disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly.