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A random selection of stories from the site

Here Donna talks about wearing a portable hearing loop in class.

Here Zara talks about vital support from an officer in her local authority.

Here Roger remembers being denied the opportunity of a family trip.

Here Ann talks about how she coped with prejudice as a young disabled child.

Here Mavis describes her sense of missing out.

Here Jane talks about the lack of education and low expectations in her school.

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