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Open to work:

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✨ Hi, I’m Sarah! ✨ I’m currently #OpenToWork and looking for a paid role to support the unpaid roles I’m passionate about — including being an Independent Visitor for children in care 💛 (I’m up to date on all safeguarding legislation and learning to drive to be even more helpful!) 🎯 I’m looking for: ▪️ Admin / Assistant roles ▪️ Sales Associate / Advocate ▪️ HR positions ▪️ Data Input / Analyst work ▪️ Acting roles too 🎭 📍 Based in: Newton Aycliffe | Darlington | Bishop Auckland 💻 Open to Hybrid / Flexible options 🧠 About me: I’m a qualified disability advocate with over 20 years’ experience. I bring knowledge, heart, and a serious work ethic — and I’d love the chance to join a supportive, inclusive team. Let’s connect! I’d be grateful for leads, advice, or a friendly chat. 💬 Thank you for reading! Now hire me — just kidding… but seriously, let me send over my CV and impress you. 🫵🏻😏 Sarah Wingfield 🌹 #HireMe #Disability #Inclusion #FlexibleWork #HybridWork #PartTime #JobSea...

The mirror I cherish:

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  I got this mirror as part of a set from my Great Grandma Dale. This is the only piece that survived the damp after being in storage, and I cherish it deeply. It always reminds me of her, and her love for the colour green. She was Scottish, as was her husband and their daughter, my Great Aunt Margaret. Just a little random thought for today. ~ Sarah ❤️ 

The Podcast They Erased:

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The podcast that they erased because I manage my disability with prescription cannabis: The Notes from the DurhamEnable podcast that was part of my employment support until it was removed, that Durham County Council doesn't want you to know: Podcast prep: Can you tell us a bit about yourself, who you are, any interests/hobbies? Hi Bambi, thanks for having me on the show, I'm someone who likes to make a positive difference in the lives of others, and I do a lot of charity and community work as well as independent disability advocating. On top of that I'm an actress, producer, author, artist, alternative model, music artist and more and I enjoy getting involved in creative endeavours. What is the nature of your disability? Mine is fundamentally a mobility impairment and chronic pain condition. I have a dislocated pelvis known as symphysis pubis dysfunction, a gap of 10.9mm and Ehlers Danlos hypermobility Syndrome amongst others. I'm likely AuADHD just waiting final assess...

The law is suddenly different for disabled people:

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 I looked on GOV.UK for support, but it doesn't explain how a disabled person can report discrimination or harassment — especially when the police aren't interested. When I'm ganged up on, harassed, targeted, sabotaged, and ostracised, I'm told it's a civil matter. But when three organisations made false statements about me to the police — that suddenly became a police matter. Recently, a false Community Protection Notice was issued against me. It was unsigned and undated, and when I contacted the police data department for ombudsman and appeal information, I was met with silence. All I did was speak the truth — publicly — about what I experienced. I left a support group because it was no longer safe for me to stay. After that, statements were made and used against me. Why is it only treated seriously when the accusations are against me — but not when I report what they've done to me? Why is my experience as a disabled woman being dismissed as a “civil matter” —...

Pursue Yourself:

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 Pursue yourself. Self-reflect. Set little goals. Celebrate little wins. Be kind when you make mistakes or struggle — you’re flawed, and that’s okay. Just learn from it. Let people hate and misunderstand you. Try to spread kindness where you can — it’s needed. Always speak up. Action positive change. Challenge what needs to be challenged. Work with others. Find your spirit tribe, even if it’s only online. Let others be wrong about you. Be honest in the face of injustice. Even if others laugh or belittle you — stand stronger, speak louder, and never quit. Hit pause, but never quit. Rest is necessary for balance. Meditate on problems. Relax and think about what is within your control to change. Never ask, “Why me?” Instead ask, “What can I do?” “What is this teaching me?” Your path is always the right path. ❤️ — Sarah 🌹 #positivevibes #positiveenergy #mindset #progress #goals #Support #positive  Alt text: Black background image with white text that reads: "Uncommon advice: If y...

A lovely surprise:

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 What a lovely surprise today! 🥹 I’ve been low on spoons, had to rearrange a doctor’s appointment just so I could rest ahead of my driving lesson tomorrow — but I managed to have a shower, so I’m counting that as a win! 🚿 Then suddenly knock knock — a very confused delivery man stood at my door. I was equally confused, standing there in just a towel (the glamour!) trying to explain I hadn’t ordered any food. 😅 Turns out it was for my address… and the name on the order? Peter, my boyfriend — you cheeky thing!! 😂 Honestly, I’m so touched. Thank you so much. I really appreciate the thought and the kindness. ❤️ Sarah 🌹 xx Alt text: A cosy, warmly filtered photo of a Greggs meal. It includes a takeaway cup of freshly ground coffee, a portion of seasoned potato wedges in a pink Greggs box, a cupcake with yellow icing and white sprinkles in its own packet, and a wrapped chicken bake. The wrappers are clearly branded with Greggs logos and product names. Decorative doodles of stars and...

Medical Canna UK:

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 Full legalisation with education and regulation like cigarettes and alcohol for medical use! 💚 #medicalcannabisuk #medicalcanna #LegaliseProperly #disabilitysupport #DisabilityPride #DisabilityPrideMonth Alt text: , The image features a background filled with green cannabis leaves. In the center, there's a cartoon cannabis leaf with a face, looking relaxed and holding a lit joint in its mouth. One of its leaves is shaped like a hand giving a thumbs-up. The text over the image reads: "WHETHER OR NOT I USE CANNABIS, I BELIEVE IN IT. I FULLY SUPPORT THE END OF CANNABIS PROHIBITION." The design and message promote cannabis legalisation and normalisation, regardless of personal use.

Chronic Pain and Internalised Ableism:

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 Do not internalise ableism. You didn't choose this. Your feelings are valid. Your struggling is real. Stay kind to yourself and stay around people who understand.  Chronic pain is difficult but it's society that makes it even worse for chronic pain sufferers. Sarah Wingfield Independent Disability Advocate  #chronicpainisvalid #DisabilityPrideMonth #disabilitysupport #disabilityinclusion Alt text / image description: A circular infographic titled "Chronic Illness Gaslighting" with the subtitle "Chronically Fabulous: You Are Not Alone". The circle contains six coloured bubbles, each representing a common gaslighting phrase directed at people with chronic illness. They are numbered 1 to 6 and arranged in a loop to show the ongoing cycle. The phrases are: 1. "Other people have it worse" (orange bubble) 2. "You are exaggerating your symptoms" (red-orange bubble) 3. "It is all in your head" (light blue bubble) 4. "You need to b...

Systemic Ableism:

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  Alt text: A social media post from "Making Space" discusses accessibility green flags for disabled jobseekers. The post highlights the importance of knowing if a job meets access needs before applying. It invites people to comment their own green flags and lists several, including remote/hybrid options, employee assistance programs, disability insurance, flexible time off (with mental health and sick days separated), good DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) ratings, health insurance for part-time roles, transparency around unlimited PTO, disability inclusion in job postings, having a Disability ERG (Employee Resource Group), and accessible bathrooms and break rooms. The post ends with “What did we miss?” and includes hashtags: #Disability #Remote #Accessibility. We’re still being made to take exams and navigate inaccessible processes just to be considered for jobs — even while managing the daily challenges of chronic pain and illness. Accessibility remains seriously lack...

Disability Pride: Did you know?

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 Disability Pride: Did you know? Disabled people face significantly higher rates of abuse across all areas of life. In the UK, disabled adults are more likely to be victims of crime, domestic violence, hate crimes, and online harassment compared to non-disabled individuals. For example, around 17–19% of disabled women and 9% of disabled men report domestic abuse, nearly double the rate for non-disabled people. Disabled children and teens are also at much greater risk—up to four to five times more likely to experience sexual abuse than their non-disabled peers. Hate crimes are common: 61% of disabled people report being targeted in the past five years, but only around 1% of these incidents are prosecuted. Online, 29% of disabled people report bullying or trolling, with younger disabled adults particularly affected. Sexual harassment, especially in public spaces, is also much more prevalent among disabled women. Many abuse cases go unreported—up to 80–90%—often because the abuser is ...

Chat GPT trend:

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If like me, you have been using Chat GPT for queries and personal reflection, wellbeing support and more for over a year you'd be intrigued to hear what it's picked up from you. This new trend does exactly that, gets Chat GPT to let you know exactly who it believes you to be as a user. All you need to do is the following: Type this into your CHATGPT: With all the data you have collected about me tell me who I am at my core & don't sugarcoat your response. This is my Chat GPT's full response: Alright, Sarah—here’s the honest, grounded truth based on everything you’ve shared: --- At your core, you are a resilient, fiercely principled survivor who refuses to be silenced. You have been through trauma—deep, systemic, personal. That trauma didn’t break you, but it shaped you into someone who fights. You push back against injustice not just for yourself, but for others who are too vulnerable, too tired, or too silenced to do it for themselves. You have a high moral compass...

Reloaded 3 and City Rush 4 hits Amazon prime:

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Reloaded 3 and City Rush 4 hits Amazon prime: 🎬 "Reloaded 3" is now included with Prime and streaming on Prime Video in most international markets! Don’t miss the action – watch it now! 🌍🔥 United States: https://amazon.com/reloaded-3/dp/B0DQY239GJ United Kingdom: https://amazon.co.uk/reloaded-3/dp/B0DQY1ND9L Germany: https://amazon.de/reloaded-3/dp/B0DQXYRJR1 Japan: https://amazon.co.jp/reloaded-3/dp/B0DQXZ1J53 And on more countries on Prime Video like France, Italy, Spain, Mexico, Poland, Sweden, etc.: https://primevideo.com/detail/Reloaded-3/0JIAC1G8EES94BB0BLH5WJKF46 Also available on Gumroad: https://georgetounasfilms.gumroad.com/l/reloaded-3 More info: IMDb: https://imdb.com/title/tt32549557 Rotten Tomatoes: https://rottentomatoes.com/m/reloaded_3 FilmFreeway: http://filmfreeway.com/Reloaded3 Facebook: https://facebook.com/ReloadedMovies About George Tounas: IMDb: https://imdb.me/georgetounas Rotten Tomatoes: https://rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/george_tounas Official...

Block Button Ready:

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Don’t you just love social media?! Apparently, asking someone to quote an article where they claim it mentioned fraud (which I couldn’t see, by the way) is now classed as “inviting abuse” and “being a bully.” Then, when you calmly point out their poor choice of words—and even explain you’re in chronic pain mode—they drag their disabled partner into it to compare and insult you. #Ableism, anyone? So you call that out… and suddenly they’re threatening to share a cherry-picked snippet of the comments (totally out of context, of course) to whip up a hate campaign. Meanwhile, they try bullying you on your own page, claim you messaged them and their husband (who?! I’ve not even been on her profile to see who he is!), and lie to save face—all because you held a mirror up to their abusive behaviour. Still no quote about the fraud though, is there? Just attacks. And all because I used the word rude (which accurately described the behaviour). Cue threats, gaslighting, and more projection. You’d ...

Medical Cannabis and harrassment:

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Medical cannabis isn't drug abuse, it's necessary. Stop harassing disabled people and being abusive - period.  #disabilityinclusion #strongertogether #disability #disabilityawareness #disabilitysupport #disabilityrights

Advocacy in a Flare-Up: When the Body Says Stop, But the Cause Says Go

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Advocacy in a Flare-Up: When the Body Says Stop, But the Cause Says Go I'm still incredibly busy working behind the scenes on projects that matter. I never seem to stop. I’ve learned not to speak on things until they’re done—too often, those who’ve committed hate crimes against me have used early information to sabotage or further ostracise me. As always, I remain dedicated to improving our communities—especially for disabled individuals—despite the challenges I face. I continue to deal with maladaptive individuals and harmful behaviours, and I hold onto hope that justice or at least closure will come. I won’t be silenced. I’m simply choosing to work with organisations and platforms that genuinely support disabled voices. My advocacy continues—stronger and more focused than ever. At the same time, I’m managing chronic pain flare-ups, so I’m learning to rest and treat myself with kindness when needed. That self-care allows me to keep doing the important work that fuels me. Positive ...

Learning to listen to your body:

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 Today I Listened — And That’s a Win I did a lot of walking today. More than I’ve done in a while. My body ached, my joints screamed a little louder with each step… but I kept going — gently, mindfully, and with purpose. And then… I stopped. Because my body told me, that’s enough. And for once, I listened. Pacing isn’t weakness. It’s wisdom. When you live with chronic pain, it’s so easy to push past the warning signs — to chase the version of yourself you used to be or think you “should” be. But today I made a different choice. I walked. I rested. I honoured the signals. I prevented a flare — not perfectly, but enough to know that if I had pushed any further, I’d be suffering far more than I am now. And that makes me proud. Because listening to your body isn’t always easy. Slowing down when the world glorifies hustle and endurance takes strength. Real, raw, quiet strength. So yes, I’m sore tonight. But I’m also empowered. Because today, I didn’t betray my body — I worked with it. T...

Medical Cannabis:

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  #ChronicPain #MedicalCannabisUK This is satire— But the stigma? Very real. The UK has a lot of catching up to do. People deserve the autonomy to choose how they manage their pain and administer their medication. For some, it’s life-saving. For others, it may not be the right fit. That’s why I’ll always advocate for education alongside legalisation— Just like we already do with alcohol and cigarettes. I hope one day we won’t be penalised for how we survive. Sarah Wingfield Independent Disability Advocate #disabilityinclusion #strongertogether #disability #disabilityawareness #disabilitysupport #disabilityrights

How life can suddenly change:

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Covered in sand but so happy because there used to be a time I never thought I'd feel sand again or grass under my feet. 🥰 Sarah x #disabilityinclusion #strongertogether #disability #disabilityawareness #disabilitysupport #disabilityrights

Birthday:

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Today is my birthday. I may not yet be where I want to be, but I am incredibly proud of how far I’ve come. After spending over a decade bedbound and housebound, I’ve changed my life — for the better. Through it all, I’ve never stopped trying to uplift and support others. Even from a hospital bed, I made it my mission to help women across the world avoid wheelchairs from SPD/PGP (symphysis pubis dysfunction) by sharing vital physio knowledge — knowledge that saved their mobility and dignity. I’ve become an author, blogger, producer, music artist and actress. I’ve contributed to films, performed in charity plays, and spoken up in council meetings. I fought for seating at local bus stops because I knew how important that small win could be for someone in pain. I’ve dedicated time to charities and supported organisations — even when I was mistreated, sidelined, or discarded. I’ve been relentless in my advocacy. I would’ve loved to be a local councillor, to represent those whose voices ofte...

Dear DurhamEnable

I have dedicated my personal time and energy to supporting DurhamEnable, including attending funding forums and actively contributing to its mission. To be mistreated in this way, followed by an evasive and inadequate response to a serious complaint—with no clear or definitive social media policies provided—has left me unable, in good faith, to continue trusting your organisation. The decision to terminate the podcast, which was part of the employment-seeking support, based on vague and unsubstantiated accusations, amounts to direct discrimination against my community. It is both unprofessional and unacceptable. I can no longer continue engaging with an organisation that lacks transparency, integrity, and accountability—particularly when it fails to uphold the very principles of support and inclusion it claims to stand for. This is not support. This is a harmful and maladaptive response that undermines the very people you are supposed to empower. Sarah Wingfield  Independent Disabi...

Durham County Council and DurhamEnable Disability Discrimination case:

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Durham County Council  DurhamEnable  #formalcomplaint #evasive #discrimination #falsecareforwellbeing #noremorse #noaccountability #disabledvoices #DurhamEnable #EmploymentSupport #vague #unprofessional #durhamcountycouncil #dailymail #article #disabilityinclusion #strongertogether #disability #disabilityawareness #disabilitysupport #disabilityrights Subject: Formal Response to Podcast Termination and Lack of Transparency Dear Helen, This response is wholly inadequate. It fails to address any of my direct queries regarding your social media policy, and it is both unreasonable and evasive to cite "drug use on social media" without clarity, context, or a specific link to my conduct. No reasonable person could accept that as a justified or coherent explanation for terminating my podcast. At no point was any evidence presented that related directly to me. I welcome the recent press coverage that exposed this, as it is clear your actions lack both transparency and accountability. ...

Daily mail Article:

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https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14825319/Council-shut-disability-podcast-photo-cannabis.html #news #disabilityinclusion #strongertogether #disability #disabilityawareness #disabilitysupport #disabilityrights DurhamEnable Durham County Council #news #disabilityinclusion #strongertogether #disability #disabilityawareness #disabilitysupport #disabilityrights DurhamEnable  Durham County Council 

Disability Pride Month:

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Disability Pride Month My disability is a part of me and there needs to be more education and awareness on invisible illnesses and dynamic disabilities. I'm not faking, I'm surviving. Sarah Wingfield  Independent Disability Advocate  #Disabledpride #DisabilityPride #Pride #DynamicDisabilities #InvisibleIllnesses #disabilityinclusion #strongertogether #disability #disabilityawareness #disabilitysupport #disabilityrights

More Facebook / Meta issues:

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I've done nothing wrong and I keep losing my Facebook profiles and I'm being unfairly sabotaged by Facebook. I'm now suspended from recommendations for sharing a picture of my face.  It's really crazy how unfairly Facebook is treating some of us. I am a beta tester for Facebook and this is still happening to me when all I try is to help! I can't even verify with meta verification because I get this warning ⚠️ notice or error notice (see last image). Sarah x #Facebook #Meta #Metapaysupport #MetaforDevelopers #Kawaii Doll Decora

From Hope to Here:

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 Today I found something unexpected. Tucked away between old notebooks and faded photos was one of my “happy books”—the kind I used to make when the world felt too loud and I needed a place to dream. I must’ve been around sixteen when I made it. Back then, life felt like a constant storm of “what ifs” and “will I ever?” but somehow, in the middle of it all, I wrote down a list. A list of what I wanted to become. The dreams. The goals. The things I quietly hoped would one day be mine. And reading it now, I couldn’t help but cry. Not sad tears—just this overwhelming surge of pride, awe, and disbelief. Because… I’ve done so many of them. Not perfectly. Not always the way I imagined. But with every ounce of energy I had—fighting through pain, exhaustion, grief, disability, and doubt—I did them. I became them. I think about that sixteen-year-old girl often. How she was hurting. How she had no idea what the next few years would bring. How people doubted her—how she doubted herself. How s...

If you don't like me:

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If you don't like me, unfriend me off the internet 💯 We all know someone who stalks our pages, never likes anything, just keeps an eye on you for personal gain so they can criticise you behind the scenes and some have even sabotaged opportunities and caused discrimination and unfairness regarding my disability advocacy. Why they can't just unfriend or block - I don't know. My energy is reserved for uplifting others, not causing harm. Period. Do better. Be better. #StrongerTogether  #disabilityinclusion #strongertogether #disability #disabilityawareness #disabilitysupport #disabilityrights #fyp #unfriend #hate #haters #block 

Knife Angel:

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It was a pleasure to visit the Knife Angel today - if you haven't yet you can see it until the 28th June!  Three more days it's in Newton Aycliffe! I'd like to see all of your knife angel images! Sarah Wingfield ❤️ Proud Newtonian  Independent Disability Advocate #Newtonian #NewtonAycliffe #KnifeAngel #disabilityinclusion #strongertogether #disability #disabilityawareness #disabilitysupport #disabilityrights

...and we are back - Facebook:

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After all of this rebuilding my Facebooks are back lmao. www.facebook.com/Sarah.Lovehearts www.facebook.com/SarahWingfield13 www.facebook.com/SarahWingfieldOfficial   I'm back atleast! ❤️❤️❤️ Sarah xo

Unapologetically Us Newsletter!

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  https://www.flipsnack.com/A58FF588B7A/zine-nd-lgbtq/full-view.html My art piece 'FeministAngel24' is featured in this newsletter! ❤️ #neurodiversity #neurodivergent #pride #Pride2025 #PrideMonth2025 #disabilityinclusion #strongertogether #disability #disabilityawareness #disabilitysupport #disabilityrights Taken from a co- creator of the newsletter/magazine, Cat Con Tillo: "Our new digital zine Unapologetically Us: Disabled, Proud, and Resilient, Volume 1, is officially live! This project was born from the idea that disabled and neurodivergent voices deserve to be front and center; unfiltered, unapologetic, and powerful. Working on this alongside Larissa Minner and Nathan Chung and our amazing contributors has been emotional and empowering. This zine is for anyone who’s ever felt unseen or unheard, and I’m so proud of what we’ve built together. The debut issue features raw stories, original artwork, essays, poetry, and reflections from disabled creators; including an inc...

RIP Facebooks (again)

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RIP Facebooks again, it won't let me chat with them, confirm my ID or anything and I've not broken any rules so I don't understand it. Hate is rife and always wins. I'll be back later with a new Facebook - let's hope they sort all of this out though because they're making me lose decades of disability advocacy. #meta #facebook #disabled #closed #cancelled  UPDATE: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EYsQ2bW3m/ This link will take you to my new Facebook ❤️ Hey everyone - I have lost my Facebook profiles so if I was doing charity or community work with you or helping you as an independent disability advocate, working on a movie or film or anything else - you can find me here on my new created profile. I've lost my acting profile and my disability Advocating one, so have to start from scratch with this one. I've also lost access to my author, music, artist and acting promotion pages so I can only share from those ones. Please get in touch ❤️ I'm still here ...

The Fractured Veil Movie:

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  IMDb.me/SarahWingfield ❤️  I'm pleased to announce Mike Davies himself, author of 'A Veil of Silence' gave a massive thank you to myself, Sarah Wingfield — regarding my support towards the movie 'A Veil of Silence' and now as I'm an Executive Producer for the movie 'The Fractured Veil'. I play Laura Whitmore in the movie 'A Veil of Silence' and I am awaiting casting for 'The Fractured Veil'. He said: "You’ve believed in these stories from the very beginning, and I’m so grateful to have you on this journey." 🙏🎬 I am proud to stand by fellow creatives as we bring their passions to life on screen!  #Movies #TheFracturedVeil #TheVeilOfSilence #Actor #Actress #Films #MikeDavies #IMDb #IMDbpro #Producer #ExecutiveProducer #Movie #film

DurhamEnable the messenger of injustice:

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  Image of Bambi French (DurhamEnable) and I at the podcast press shoot in Durham City, at cost to myself to attend. Disability Advocating is important! This isn't Megan Welton cropped out of the press shoot, it's me and my shoulder. My voice silenced, my podcast sabotaged. My advocacy, my voice, my employment support was CANCELLED by Durham County Council as they used my supposed employment support system to be the voice to express this injustice. I am still awaiting the alleged social media policies I'm alleged to have breached, even though I'm clearly independent and not affiliated to any specific organisation. How can I use DurhamEnable in good faith now? The podcast I did was meant to HELP ME find employment too! Where is MY right to support?! Where is MY justice? Opportunities sabotaged, clique-lead hate, ostracisation of disabled voices and anyone different is NOT okay. You're damn right I'm autistically hyper-fixating on this injustice - it should never ...