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Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 1d

Lives are hugely enhanced and impacted by all involved in the dynamic charity @DanceSyndromeUK where the leaders have learning disabilities. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/Ai1l9 #inclusionmatters #Thinkingdifferently #EmbraceInclusion

Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 2d

The workshop DanceSyndrome delivered gave an incredibly powerful representation of the challenges people with learning disabilities face each and every day. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/Ajask #IntellectualDisability #TheArtofThePossible #Thinkingdifferently

Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 3d

Building on your knowledge of individual interests can help people consider new ways of using them to experience alternative opportunities which may not have previously been considered, or something totally new, possibly even radical. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AiYSo

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Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 4d

Jen didn't choose to be born with Down’s syndrome.

Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/Ajhde

#parenting #Thinkingdifferently

Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 5d

What definitely helped was being proactive, digging and delving for ourselves, finding ways forward we felt were right for us in our circumstances. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/Ajalq #artofthepossible #Thinkingdifferently

Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 7d

What a fabulous experience at #EAMHID25 Ghent where Jen and the @DanceSyndromeUK dancers made a significant contribution. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AjKZY #IntellectualDisability #TheArtofThePossible #Thinkingdifferently

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Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 8d

Just imagine if every business decided that 1 in 100 of its employees didn’t need to be productive when measured against normal parameters of productivity, meaning that the remaining 99% still are. https://lttr.ai/Ai1l9

#inclusionmatters #Thinkingdifferently #EmbraceInclusion

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Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 9d

Please share your comments about true inclusion, or get in touch to further our conversation and let's start making inclusion the foundation of everything we do in all parts of society. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AXb0C #inclusionmatters #inclusion #Thinkingdifferently

Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 11d

If living in a group home is it automatically assumed that you want to go away with the rest of the house group? Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/Ai4uJ #SocialCare #Thinkingdifferently #‘ServiceUsers

Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 11d

My sense is that holidays for people with learning disabilities are invariably positioned for the majority rather than the individual, and quite possibly for the ease or enjoyment of the carers. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/Ai4uK #SocialCare #Thinkingdifferently #‘ServiceUsers

Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 14d

We couldn’t find the right support for me, as I have a learning disability, so we set up our own organisation @DanceSyndromeUK

Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/AirBv

#artofthepossible #DrJenBlackwellBEM #Thinkingdifferently

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Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 18d

If we value everybody, truly believe in equity and equality of opportunity, only then will people be seen, encouraged to find their voice through their inner passion. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AcrFd #listening #inclusion #Thinkingdifferently

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Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 18d

Jen loves winning awards and being honoured with accolades acknowledging her as an equal human being. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AW3uv #WinWin #respite #Thinkingdifferently

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Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 22d

Every person has their own unique interests and the right to explore new experiences or places. https://lttr.ai/AiYSo

#SocialCare #Thinkingdifferently #‘ServiceUsers

Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 22d

Fabulous to be supporting the DanceSyndrome team deliver an inspiring workshop that are impacting teams so powerfully across the UK #inclusionmatters

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DanceSyndrome @dancesyndromeuk.bsky.social · 23d

Members of our team are on their way to Belgium today to deliver some co-produced activities at #EAMHID2025.

Find out more at www.dancesyndrome.co.uk/EAMHID

#NationalInclusionWeek

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Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 22d

In Jen’s own words
▸ https://lttr.ai/AgJih

#artofthepossible #DrJenBlackwellBEM #Thinkingdifferently

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Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 25d

There is so much we can say about why inclusion matters, so let's simply start with a conversation between 2 parents who have had similar experiences 20 years apart www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTUf... #inclusion #inclusionmatters

Inclusion in practice - Dr Lace Jackson and Sue Blackwell

YouTube video by The Blackwells

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Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 26d

I am part of the DanceSyndrome Collective, a professional dance group who perform on big and small stages.

Read the full article: In Jen’s own words
▸ https://lttr.ai/AgJih

#artofthepossible #DrJenBlackwellBEM #Thinkingdifferently

Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · 28d

I co-lead a workshop with a dance artist to show students what’s possible for people with learning disabilities, and I get them dancing.

Read the full article: In Jen’s own words
▸ https://lttr.ai/AgJih

#artofthepossible #DrJenBlackwellBEM #Thinkingdifferently

Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · Aug 27

This incredible journey through life has been crafted one step at a time. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AiGXk #theartofthepossible #possibilities #Thinkingdifferently

Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · Aug 20

Such a wonderful interview with Becky and Simon starting at around 38 minutes. Becky's enthusiasm and confidence shine through. She's an amazing ambassador showing what's possible when you have the right support to develop your passions #learningdisability #inspiring

DanceSyndrome @dancesyndromeuk.bsky.social · Aug 20

Last week, DanceSyndrome Spokesperson & Ambassador Becky Rich & her dad Simon were invited to talk to BBC Radio 4 about Ellie Goldstein being announced as a contestant on the next series of Strictly 🥳

Catch their brilliant interview at the end of the show on this link:
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · Aug 19

“Inclusive education is a national priority—and a shared responsibility.” says Tom Rees, Chair of the DfE’s Expert Advisory Group for Inclusion. We agree.

Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/AhxfQ

#inclusion #theartofthepossible #Thinkingdifferently

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Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA @theblackwells.bsky.social · Aug 11

Pleased to see Claude Silver speaking out. We need more of this: "Silver challenges outdated models of “fitting in” and replaces them with a culture of belonging—where individuality isn’t just accepted, but celebrated." #everyonematters participate.sxsw.com/flow/sxsw/sx...

PanelPicker | SXSW Conference & Festivals

PanelPicker® is the official SXSW user-generated session proposal platform. Enter ideas and vote to help shape Conference programming for SXSW and SXSW EDU.

participate.sxsw.com

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Learning Disability Wales @ldwales.bsky.social · Aug 8

Have you cared for a person with a learning disability at the end of their life?

If so, Ready Study researchers would like to hear your experiences and thoughts on what happened during the last few months of that person's life.

More information here: www.ldw.org.uk/new-study-ai...

New study aims to improve end of life care for people with a learning disability - Learning Disability Wales

The Recognising Approaching Dying in Adults with a Learning Disability or “Ready Study” is looking at the experiences of families/carers and professionals who have cared for someone with a learning di...

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