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Uniting the voice of self-advocacy groups in Wales to improve the lives of adults with learning disabilities. Cyfuno llais grwpiau hunan-eiriolaeth yng Nghymru linktr.ee/allwalespeople1st

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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 4h
It's Black History Month; the theme this year is Honouring our Communities. We're celebrating the contributions black individuals have made to our communities in different ways such as leadership, volunteering, sport, healthcare and many more. (photo: Photosymbols) #BlackHistoryMonth See less
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EasyReadWales @easyreadwales.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Do you know the difference between Easy Read and Plain English? If you're responsible for creating accessible information, or just want to learn more, take a look at our latest blog: www.easyread.wales/easy-read-vs...
Graphic with the words "Easy Read vs Plain English. What's the difference". It shows an example of an Easy Read page on the left and an example of a Plain English page on the right.
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pfselfadvocacy.bsky.social @pfselfadvocacy.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Survey - please share How people with a learning disability use everyday technology www.peoplefirstltd.com/articles/tec... #learningdifficulty #learningdisability #accessibility #digital #tech @learningdiseng.bsky.social @mencap.org.uk @bild.org.uk @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social
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Survey about using tech (TEC-LD)
We are working with the University of Sheffield researching how we use everyday technology, like smartphones, tablets, social media and AI.
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Graeae Theatre Company @graeaetheatre.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Graeae is looking for an eclectic, rebellious gang to join a brand-new anarchic folk punk musical, directed by Jenny Sealey. We're seeking Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent: - Actor-musicians - Actor-singers - Actor-signers (BSL). Find out more: graeae.org/job/casting-...
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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
40 Years of Speaking Up: Memories of the Self Advocacy Movement Gary Bourlet & John Hersov will reflect on what life was like for people with learning disabilities in the early days of the self-advocacy movement, growth of self-advocacy and the progress that has been made... tinyurl.com/55k6tkwh
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Book a place – 40 Years of Speaking Up: Memories of the Self Advocacy Movement
40 Years of Speaking Up: Memories of the Self Advocacy Movement, Tue 18 Aug 2026 - This year marks 10 years since Learning Disability England was founded. To celebrate this milestone, Learning Disabil...
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Niwrowahaniaeth Cymru/Neurodivergence Wales @ndwales.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
We're always looking to improve the Neurodivergence Wales website and make sure it's easy to use, accessible and helpful for everyone who visits. If you have a few minutes to spare, we would appreciate you sharing your thoughts. 👉 tinyurl.com/yj7mjxf5
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
We've had some great feedback about #LDAdfest2026 - diolch to everyone who came along to support us.
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
We've been updating our website to reflect the work we've been doing around with the Homes not Hospitals campaign. Why not check out our Projects page and read what we've been doing to support the Stolen Lives campaign #HomesNotHospitals allwalespeople1st.co.uk/project/home...
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From Hospitals to Homes - All Wales People First
All Wales People First has played a central role in the Homes Not Hospitals campaign. As the national self-advocacy organisation...
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
We visited Nicole in her new flat last month. Nicole has grown in confidence and she told us that people with a learning disability can live on their own. #LDLivedExperiences #LDVoiceWales #LDNoLimits
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Nicole's flat
Nicole shows Kelly around her new flat. She's loving independent living! #LDNoLimits
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Our Annual Report for 2025-26 is packed full of information about everything we did last year; all the campaigning we were involved in as well as all the work of the National Council. It's well worth a read. Settle down with a cuppa and find it on our website here: ow.ly/G9mz50Zl312
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Saba Salman @sabasalman.com · 15/06/2026
📢Why we need to talk about ‘race’ and learning disability - by the people who know. Paul Christian, a Black activist, historian and researcher who helped shape my new book, Double Discrimination, explains. Double Discrimination: a book on defiance, opportunity, possibility. #LearningDisabilityWeek
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
In his Soapbox, Joe talks about the importance of voting in the Senedd elections. He says: If we vote, we can help shape the future. If politicians know we vote, they are more likely to listen to us. #LDVoiceWales allwalespeople1st.co.uk/joes-soapbox...
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Joe’s Soapbox – Welsh Government Elections - All Wales People First
On 7 May 2026, people in Wales will vote in an election. This is when we choose who will run...
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Do you receive PIP? There is a government - led review about PIP happening at the moment. It’s called the TIMMS review. We want to know your views and experiences. Join us online at 2.30pm on 20th May. Joining details in the poster. For a live linkFB message or email admin@allwalespeople1st.co.uk
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Have your say! Vote on 7th May! Rhiannon thinks it's important for everyone to be able to vote' #LDVoiceWales allwalespeople1st.co.uk/project/sene...
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EasyReadWales @easyreadwales.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Have you explored our new website yet? It’s now easier to: • Find information • Understand our services • See examples of our work • Request a quote • Access content clearly. Take a look around: www.easyread.wales
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Bookings are open for #LDAdFest2026 Cardiff Bay, 23 and 24th June Lots of info on our website and we can't wait! www.awpf.online/adfest2026
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AdFest 2026 - All Wales People First
The theme for AdFest 2026  is Living My Best Life Around the World When? 23 & 24 June Where? Future...
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
The National Development Team for Inclusion are looking for people with a learning disability who are Black, South Asian or mixed heritage. They want to find out what difference cultural competency training has made for staff and the people they support. www.ndti.org.uk/res.../minor...
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Join the Minority Interest Evaluation Team!
NDTi is evaluating Minority Interest’s cultural competency training for support staff, funded by NIHR. We are looking for people with a learning disability who are Black, South Asian, or mixed heritag...
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
Sarah Murphy MS, Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing, has released a statement about WGs commitment to improving services and support for people with learning disabilities. allwalespeople1st.co.uk/welsh-govern...
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Welsh Government announces commitment to support and services for people with learning disabilities - All Wales People First
Today Sarah Murphy MS, Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing, has released a statement about Welsh Government’s commitment to improving...
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Co-production Network for Wales @copronetwales.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
Not sure where to start with co-production? Our reflection template will help you and your team translate the 5 values of co-production into actions, and take the first steps on your co–production journey. Fill it in together, and get going. Download it here: buff.ly/9aNECql
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
We're really enjoying the diary updates from our members this month; check out Jac, Tracy and Paul's updates on our website here: allwalespeople1st.co.uk/category/mem... #AWPFMemberStories Get in touch if you've got news to share - we'd love to hear it!
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Member Stories Archives - All Wales People First
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Community Living Magazine @communitylivingmagazine.com · 12/01/2026
New stories out now! Evidence of health inequality has stacked up for years, along with the list of necessary actions - yet change on the ground is pitifully slow. Here's @sabasalman.com intro to some of our latest stories. communitylivingmagazine.com/saba-salman-...
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Saba Salman: Progress in healthcare is pitifully slow
Evidence of inequality stacks up, as do suggestions for action, yet change on the ground is slow.
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
Gerraint interviewed several of our members when we launched our Manifesto back in 2025. See what our members have to say about the Manifesto and about voting in the Senedd elections this year. #AWPFManifesto2026 youtu.be/wcUZYgt6Tig
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AWPF 2026 Manifesto
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
We'll be sharing more information about bookings etc soon. In the meantime, Save the Date! #LDAdFest2026
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
The latest edition of Talk Back has been uploaded to our website. Read it on our website here: allwalespeople1st.co.uk/wp-content/u... #TalkBack #LDVoiceWales See less
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Disability Wales @disabilitywales.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Disabled people deserve more than survival, we demand change. Join us as we launch our manifesto: From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving, which sets out our key asks to political parties ahead of the 2026 Senedd election. 🗓 1 Dec | 4–6pm Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/disability...
Bold white writing on a dark blue and orange background. It reads: Disability Wales Manifesto Launch. Join us as we unveil our 2026-2031 Manifesto: From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving. Online via Zoom. 1 December, 4-6pm. DW's logo is in the top right corner.
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
We are launching our Manifesto for 2026 on Tuesday 4.11.25 at 10.30 am. We want WG and decision makers to understand what is important to us as people with learning disabilities.. Mark Isherwood MS will be speaking & it'll be live on our FB page. #AWPFManifesto2026
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Disability Wales @disabilitywales.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
⏰ 2 days to go! The countdown is on for our AGM this Wednesday. Join us as we unveil our new Strategic Plan and hear important updates on the Welsh Government’s Disabled People’s Rights Plan. 🗓️ 22nd October | 10am – 1pm. 🔗 Sign up now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/disability...
White text on a blue background reads: Disability Wales AGM. Envisioning an inclusive, equitable, and barrier-free society in Wales. 22 October. 10am-1pm. Online via Zoom. Join us as we launch our new Strategic Plan, highlight exciting projects, and hear from Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Jane Hutt MS, and Professor Debbie Foster with the latest updates on the Disabled People's Rights Plan.
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
Happy Diwali! Diwali is also known as the Festival of Lights It represents the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
October is Black History Month. The theme this year is : Standing Firm in Power and Pride We are celebrating the resilience and strength of the black community. #BlackHistoryMonth2025 #BlackHistoryMonth
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
Harry feels strongly about public transport and housing in his area. He's been supportive of the Homes not Hospitals campaign too. Harry says 'I like to speak up about what I believe in'. #AWPFMemberStories #LDVoiceWales #LDLivedExperiences allwalespeople1st.co.uk/diary-update... (pics: N Hirst)
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Diary update: Harry, September 2025 - All Wales People First
Hi, I’m Harry and I have Williams Syndrome – this is a rare condition, but it’s sometimes called the Happy...
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay. The theme this year is: Good Mental Health isn't a Constant. MIND, the mental health charity wants us to fight for mental health everyday. . ow.ly/gnlH50X6Tm4
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World Mental Health Day 2025
World Mental Health Day is on 10 October 2025. Find out how to take part and raise awareness of mental health.
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
On 17th Oct UDIDD at the USW is hosting a book launch 2-4pm Author Stephen Unwin will be talking about his book 'Beautiful Lives' . Sara Ryan will be talking about her book 'Critical Health and Learning Disability: an exploration of erasure and social murder' ow.ly/A1iA50X66cq
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Community Living Magazine @communitylivingmagazine.com · 06/10/2025
New stories out now! As the risk to rights and access continues apace, meet those taking positive action. Here's @sabasalman.com intro to some of our latest stories. communitylivingmagazine.com/saba-salman-...
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Saba Salman: Defiance and unity vital as rights are hit
The UK and US are taking remarkably similar routes when it comes to undermining people’s rights
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
Nicole has finally moved into her new flat! She told us how she feels more independent in her latest update. It's on our website here : ow.ly/SZtL50X6gA7 #LDlivedExperiences #LDVoiceWales #AWPFMemberStories (pic: N Hirst)
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Disability Wales @disabilitywales.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
We'll just leave this reminder here: Disabled people are not the problem. Barriers are. 👉 Want to learn how to remove them? Start with our Social Model Toolkit: www.disabilitywales.org/resources #SocialModel #DisabilityRights #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs
Bold white text on a dark blue background that reads: Disabled people are not the problem. Barriers are. DW's logo is place in the top right corner.
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
It's always good to read the latest edition of Community Living magazine This edition has some interesting articles about health inequalities, performance artists, and an interview with an award winning film director! communitylivingmagazine.com
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Community Living
The campaigning magazine on equality, inclusion and living life: learning disabilities, care, health, welfare, housing, arts and more
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Disability Wales @disabilitywales.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
'There is a lack of services, especially in rural areas.' Our colleague Leandra highlights how disabled people across Wales face barriers to accessing the support they need, particularly in rural communities. What's your experience of accessing services? www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Lampeter mum's fears if disabled son forced to leave day centre
Rory White has been told he can no longer attend the day centre he's called his second home for 17 years.
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
The Through our Eyes Photography Project is now on tour in RCT. Thanks to Arts Factory, Maerdy for lending us the space. If you’re in the area pop to Maerdy Community Centre to see the images. Don't forget about our library of free images allwalespf.free.resourcespace.com/pages/collec...
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
Exciting news! SATV is back on 26.9.25 There’ll be the usual chit chat, themes, guest speakers and a quiz This year, we'll be doing the quiz differently. We’ll keep a record of your quiz points every month and there will be a prize at the end of the year for the member with the most points!
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 19/08/2025
Learning Disability Wales has announced details of its Annual Conference. The theme for this year is My Home Matters. Get your tickets here: ow.ly/kx0i50WBSQ
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 17/08/2025
BIHR is offering its 3 part training course Embedding Human Rights Legal Duties in MH Inpatient Care. ow.ly/m3Jz50WHbZF Lots of info on their website, including an opportunity to try taster session on 10.9.25
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Embedding Human Rights in Mental Health Inpatient Care
Enquire about BIHR’s Autumn 2025 3-part programme to build strong Human Rights Act knowledge for rights-respecting use of mental health law now and in future.
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
All Wales People First member Andrea doesn’t drive and relies on public transport. This is Andrea’s experience of using the bus service in North Wales youtube.com/shorts/6vGh5... #LDLivedExperiences #LDVoiceWales (pic: N Hirst)
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
We've published our Diversity Strategy. We recognise that we are currently not very diverse and we want to do better. We have made some changes and we have lots of plans about how to be more welcoming for diverse members and employees. ow.ly/ze3L50WzvzJ
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
Thanks to all members who attended our events in Carmarthen, Conwy & Cardiff recently Great discussions about WG's Draft Disabled People’s Rights Plan. You had some very positive things to say about it and shared concerns too. We'll do a full report to Welsh Government about what you told us.
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
Sam recently won an #LDMirror Award for her work to raise awareness of Down Syndrome. Here's her latest update ow.ly/ubGI50Wsvha You can watch a short video of Sam and her boyfriend James talking about their awards on our Youtube Channel youtube.com/shorts/YfN-i...
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Diary update: Sam, June 2025 - All Wales People First
I’ve had a busy June month. The beginning of June was my sister birthday. I had our anniversary on 19...
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
We've had a few diary updates from our members lately - some are on our website and some are video updates on our YouTube Channel. #AWPFMemberStories Why not check them out? allwalespeople1st.co.uk/category/mem... www.youtube.com/@allwalespeo...
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Community Living Magazine @communitylivingmagazine.com · 08/07/2025
📻 Looking forward to hearing our writer Simon Jarrett on R4 today at 3.30pm - talking about the history of learning disabilities. www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
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BBC Radio 4 - Thinking Allowed, Learning Disabilities
From cruel jibes to institutional care, a history of people with learning disabilities.
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 23/07/2025
Can you help Diabetes UK with a survey? If you have a learning disability and diabetes, they would like to hear from you uofg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
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Qualtrics Survey | Qualtrics Experience Management
The most powerful, simple and trusted way to gather experience data. Start your journey to experience management and try a free account today.
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
@awpfceo.bsky.social writes in the latest @communitylivingmagazine.com about self advocacy and his concerns. He says 'Self-advocacy is the ultimate preventive service – but it is under threat'. communitylivingmagazine.com/a-need-to-th...
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A need to thrive again
With pressures on public finances, self-advocacy support has diminished and people are finding things hard. Governments need to focus on both financial and moral responsibility, says Joe Powell
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All Wales People 1st @allwalespeople1st.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
We've uploaded an interview with Fran, one of our north Wales members, who won the Talent Show at #LDAdFest2025. Watch it on our Youtube channel here ow.ly/scvv50Woa6V
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