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A random selection of stories from the site

Here Micheline describes the school she would like to see.

Here Simone recalls her negative self image due to being segregated.

Here Etty describes her reaction to being forced to eat food she didn’t want.

Here Joanne talks about being involved as interviewer and interviewee

Here Clenton talks about his struggles at school due to his Dyslexia not be recognised.

Here Zara talks about her experience a middle school that didn’t want disabled children.

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