There’s a saying “knowledge is power” so why is it that some disabled people struggle through education, or have to go to ‘special schools’?

I am a firm believer in inclusion; you mix with people, you learn different things, it could be anything like; culture, foods, religion.

My educational journey was made through mainstream schools, colleges and universities.

Did you know that in some educational establishments, they’ll take your funding that your local authority will give them to assist you and then put the money in one big pot and give it to the most needed - now I believe in helping anyone in need but not at my expense

I left education at my 20’s without a meaningful qualification; if it wasn’t for a fantastic college in Hornchurch, an university in London and the support of my family, I would not be here with an university degree.

I am surprised by some people, when I say I have a degree, they looked astonished, hold on, let me give you guys some real talk, - my legs may not work properly; but my brain works, it works well enough to absorb education.

Moral of the story; don’t judge people; don’t categorise people; instead show patience; some people may surprise you.

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