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Author

Chloe Apter 6 posts 0 comments

Chloe Apter is former Deputy Editor of Learning Disability Today. She is now a Commissioner for Special Educational Needs & Disabilities.

Features

It’s a different way of standing up for what you believe in: Meet Delta 7 – the rock…

Chloe Apter Feb 19, 2019

Delta 7 are a rock band from East Sussex - and its members happen to have learning disabilities.
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Features

Inclusive theatre: tackling stigma and facilitating discussion

Chloe Apter Nov 15, 2018

Having an autistic spectrum disorder, learning disability, or mental health problem should not prohibit someone from enjoying cultural events such as theatre. A playhouse in Nottingham is using theatre to facilitate discussion and tackle…
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Lived experience

Shaw Trust Disability Power List 2018

Chloe Apter Oct 22, 2018

The Shaw Trust's annual Disability Power List been celebrates the achievements of 2018's most influential disabled people.
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Autism

Here’s how to support autistic students aiming for college or university

Chloe Apter Apr 19, 2018

With exam season around the corner, we spoke to the author of a new book perfectly capturing how to support autistic people preparing for higher education.
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Carers

Learning disability and legislation for care workers

Chloe Apter Apr 9, 2018

In this interview, Learning Disability Today talks to David Thompson about working in a care role and the current legislation to be aware of.
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Autism

‘I am not autistic when I am making. I am me: creative, imaginative.’

Chloe Apter Feb 12, 2018

Manchester College's Artist in Residence Grace Igoe, who is autistic, talks about expressing herself and autism through her work and the barriers and stigma she has overcome.
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