Live Blog
This live blog is about celebrating the inspirational stories and achievements of individuals all over the world who have overcome their ‘different ability’, impairment, stunted growth or otherwise to prove misconceptions are wrong and equality and diversity is the way forward… please enjoy, share and comment thank you …
Dylan Kuehl’s story
Dylan Kuehl: The first person with Down Syndrome to graduate from college with a bachelor’s degree in Washington State.
My Experience in Advocacy for Disability Inclusion by Puneet Singh
The power of advocacy in making a difference to the lives and inclusion of differently able people!
Chris Holden’s Story
A very courageous young man who has survived cyber bullying and come out the other side. Now he is campaigning for the rights of ‘differently able’ people so they don’t have to endure this discrimination and bullying in the future! An inspiring read!
Yowah Radio Podcast 27th April 2022
Steve Twynham interviews Erika Petrie about how Shades of Different came about, the whole story from the beginning and the plans for Shades of Different now it has become an official registered charity. He plays her new rock inclusion track 'Include Me', which will be...
What’s your super power? by Kate Mackenzie
Wonderfully heartwarming story – Kate talks about her son Alfie who has Down Syndrome with so much love. It is inspiring how she wants to promote more inclusion and a better future for him, but how can you resist that smile!
Joe Fautley’s Story
Joe is an inspirational individual who is passionate about advocating for others with Autism…he is very honest, eloquent and articulate in relating his story and is a wonderful role model for diversity…indeed a worthy candidate for the national diversity awards, so do take the time to give him your vote! He certainly gets mine…keep shining Joe…:-)
Donate Now!
As of 31st March 2022, Shades of Different is now officially registered as a charity incorporated organisation (charity no: 1198481). We aim to raise funds to provide vital therapies and promote better inclusion for differently able children, initially in Dorset and hopefully spreading to other parts of the UK in the future. Please donate as little or as much as you can, knowing that this will really make a difference to these children who really deserve it and can help to make our world a better place.
Thank you