Ostracised over support: Durham County Council:
I sent this to Durham County Council but they're ignoring me and sending me to their messenger from DurhamEnable instead which is becoming a conflict of interest because I don't feel like I can use Employment Support Services for myself as a disabled individual when they're using them to silence me as an advocate.
This is ignorance not support.
I requested the following:
Dear Durham County Council,
I am writing in response to the cancellation of my DurhamEnable podcast episode and your reference to a breach of social media policy. I have not received any prior copy or communication outlining this policy, nor was I made aware that certain content—particularly involving perceptions rather than factual evidence—would be grounds for disciplinary action or cancellation.
Therefore, I am formally requesting:
1. A complete and up-to-date copy of your social media policy.
2. A clear explanation of how I am alleged to have breached this policy.
3. The date and method by which this policy was shared with me or agreed upon.
4. Any formal procedures or appeals processes I am entitled to.
As a disabled advocate engaging in public education and awareness work, I am concerned that this response appears to disproportionately punish me for a perceived image, rather than any actual misconduct. I am also concerned that this may constitute a form of discrimination under the Equality Act 2010.
I look forward to your prompt response so we can resolve this matter transparently.
Sincerely,
Sarah Wingfield
Independent Disability Advocate
However none of this has been provided and they won't have anyone from DCC speak to me - just using DurhamEnable as their malicious messenger.
This is the most unprofessional thing I've come across when it comes to sabotage and I'm not happy and don't feel comfortable using DurhamEnable now.
All I did was an amazing and educational podcast with them and someone from my local area filed a malicious complaint and Durham County Council lied and claimed I breached their social media policies but I can't disprove this if they REFUSE to send me the policies!
I'm tired of doing hard work and helping others when organisations and companies are ostracising us as disabled individuals and silencing our advocacy.
This is hate campaigns - NOT support.
All I got back from them (see screenshot)
Very unhappy as I am trying to help the world and people won't be professional and choose ostracising and silencing over supporting!
Sarah Wingfield ❤️