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Aycliffe Alternative Magazine has been shining a light on our local communities since it began, and that includes supporting organisations doing incredible work across Darlington and the wider area. I'm proud to share Darlington Mind 's article from a previous edition and to highlight the important support they provide within our community. Despite the targeting, false narratives, and difficulties I'm currently facing, I'm still working hard on the June edition of the magazine because local people, groups, charities, businesses, and community projects deserve to be seen and celebrated. It's not always easy when negativity tries to take centre stage, but I refuse to allow that to distract from the positive work happening across our communities. The magazine has always been about giving people a platform, amplifying good causes, and helping communities connect with one another. That remains my focus. Thank you to everyone who continues to support the magazine, contr...

“They caught me on a pain flare day and still had to write an article about me anyway 😂💅 Because that’s the reality — disabled creators don’t wait for perfect days… we build through the hard ones. Grateful for the support, the growth, and everything I’m still creating even on my worst days. This is what resilience actually looks like. 💖✨ Still on my journey to becoming a sole trader — and I’m not stopping anytime soon. Sarah Wingfield ❤️ Independent Disability Advocate KawaiiDollDecora.uk #disabilityinclusion #strongertogether #disabledcreator #smallbusinessuk #resilience” Alt text 🌸 “A smiling woman with glasses and a headband sits holding digital art equipment boxes including a drawing tablet and stylus. She has a walking stick beside her and is dressed in colourful patterned clothing. The image appears candid and natural, highlighting her as a disabled artist receiving support to grow her business.” https://www.livin.co.uk/latest/news/nhc-bursary-helps-local-artist-to-grow-her-b...

Standing Strong in Truth: Amplifying Voices and Building Change I’m working hard piecing articles together, and I’m doing it for the right reasons — accessibility and community.  No matter how much you try or how much you give, there will always be those who can’t see your authenticity or kindness, who mislabel you simply because they want to not like you.  To that I say: stand strong in your truth. Keep going. Keep helping. Keep giving — until you’ve helped so many that their words are buried by the change you’ve created. I’m only just getting started, and I will amplify the voices that deserve recognition. I’m not biased — that’s my character, and I stand firmly on that. Nepotism and hate campaigns serve no real purpose. If you feel the need to make war, don’t drag me into it. Thank you. — Sarah ❤️ Independent Disability Advocate  #disabilityinclusion #strongertogether #disability #disabilityawareness #disabilitysupport #disabilityrights Alt text: A woman with pink hair...