Lauren West is the Campaigns Manager for Muscular Dystrophy UK’s Trailblazers, a network of young disabled people who campaign to remove the barriers that prevent them from living full and independent lives.
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My adventures in Paris
For my birthday this year, I decided I wanted to go away. However, like many disabled people, I hate flying so I’m always looking for train travel options. So far (outside the UK), I’ve visited Lille and Amsterdam. This year, we decided on Paris.
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Dating Diaries Day 4: Where to go on a date?
This blog forms part of Trailblazers Dating Diaries, which looks to lift the lid on dating and relationships when having a disability.
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Flying high in the sky!
On Friday 23rd September, I (as someone with a pretty severe physical impairment) had the opportunity to fly a plane. How you may ask. Well let me rewind a bit and tell you.
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How to get involved with Boccia
Are you missing Paralympic fever? Have you been inspired to get involved with sport? We heard from Boccia England about the sport and how to get involved.
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The rise of Audio Description in sports
At Trailblazers, we want to see spectator sports accessible and inclusive to all. Our new report Move the Goal Posts found that over a quarter of young disabled people surveyed want to see more audio commentary at sports venues.
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Afternoon Tea at the Ritz
Trailblazers Campaigns Officer, Lauren West, tells all about her birthday treat to the Ritz.
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Festival adventures with Florence
Summer festival season is here (even if summer isn’t!).
Last year I went to my first proper festival (V) where I camped for the first time. That experience could warrant a blog of its own.
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Trailblazer Johnathon Takes on the Acting World
Read this great blog by Johnathon about his acting career.
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Ditch the Undateables – We Should Be in Mainstream Programmes
Read the great blog by Kimberley Randle highlighting the differences between dating shows when you’re a disabled person.
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No Kylie Jenner, a wheelchair isn’t about restriction – it’s about freedom.
Trailblazers Campaigns Officer Lauren West shares her thoughts on the controversial image of Kylie Jenner in a wheelchair.