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A random selection of stories from the site

Here Helen talks about the importance of targeting adults.

Here Joanne talks about a trip to the fair, a school journey and trips to the theatre.

Here Ronald recalls some of the Parlour songs he was taught at school.

Here Clenton describes resisting the school culture’s impact upon him.

Here Zara talks about the importance of involving young disabled people and their families.

Here Jane recalls creating a false identity for her local friends.

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