Tag: writing
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How To Be Disabled And Proud (Or At Least Kinda Sorta OK With It)
Back in March, Cathy Reay released her first book, called How To Be Disabled And Proud (Or At Least Kinda Sorta OK With It). I am delighted to have been one of the disabled people interviewed for the book, sharing my experiences, and showing disabled kids that it’s OK to be themselves. The book focuses…
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Minoritised Life Scientists Future Forum: Roundtable
From 31st March to 2nd April, I attended Europe’s Inaugural Minoritised Life Scientists Future Forum, where I volunteered in its running, delivered a workshop on disability in STEM, and was one of the judges for the poster presentations. Never a dull moment, right? There were so many incredible sessions, and it was truly an honour…
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Bedford LGBT+ History Month: Keynote Speech
In February, the day after LGBTQ, STEM, and You, I was delighted to deliver a second keynote speech for Bedford’s LGBT+ History Month event. This event was held in The Higgins Museum in Bedford, celebrating LGBT+ history and what it means to be queer in the modern day. I had such a great time listening…
