Author: Max Fisher

  • Disability History Month – Nottingham City Council

    Back in December 2025 (I’m almost caught up, I swear!), I ventured out to Nottingham to talk to members of Nottingham City Council’s LGBTQIA+ Network about disability activism in queer spaces. It’s always a pleasure to visit my home away from home, especially when I get to share my journey with people, and inspire people…

  • Mental Health Panel at RARESummit 2025

    In November last year, I attended RARESummit 2025, and sat on a panel talking about mental health in the rare disease world. Jo Balfour, managing director of CamRARE kicked off the event in her keynote speech, celebrating 10 years of CamRARE. She shared 10 moments covering 10 years of the charity, sharing highlights and lessons…

  • Fireside Chat @ Creo 2025

    In September 2025, I was invited to celebrate the launch of Tech Nation‘s Creo cohort! The programme supports disabled founders and entrepreneurs to build businesses that benefit disabled people. It was a delight to share my thoughts on intersectionality, privilege, and joy alongside Georgia Bondy during the fireside chat. With empowering speeches from Carolyn Dawson…