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We’ve been recognised under the ‘Community Project of the Year’ category for our Disability Awareness Training, which is delivered and developed by a group of our excellent young adults from Hedleys College.ÌýÌý

This remarkable group, each of whom lives with a disability are the definition of resilience and creativity. Using their passion to educate society about disability awareness and inclusion, they’ve delivered their Disability Awareness Training to over 30 venues, including employers and schools, and they’ve presented it to over 1200 people in the last 12 months!Ìý

What started off as training to a small group of peers and new employees has since grown to a presentation that captivates audiences of 200 people. Our young adults deliver this presentation with professionalism and poise, making a positive impact on every single audience member.Ìý

What does the Disability Awareness Training include?Ìý

Our young adults use this presentation as a chance to showcase how people can better understand their disabilities and how to be more inclusive in day-to-day life.ÌýÌý

A generous donation from Northumbria Police now means that tools such as iPads, switches, symbol books and sensory resources are used to show how individuals with different disabilities communicate and thrive. Audiences get to hear more about our young adults’ lives and ask questions to help deepen their understanding, paving the way for a more inclusive society.Ìý

The presentation receives glowing feedback from audiences, which is testament to the hard work and passion of our young adults in delivering such an inspiring presentation.Ìý

What are the British Diversity Awards?Ìý

The British Diversity Awards celebrate the individuals and organisations that continually strive to make workplaces and society better for all. They believe that by celebrating our differences, and those that work so hard to level the playing field, we can help make the UK a better place to live and work.ÌýÌý

The awards ceremony will be held on 19th March 2025 at the JW Marriott Grovesnor House in London – fingers crossed we get the win!Ìý

±á±ð°ù±ð’s what Hedleys College Principal Joanne Rees-Proud had to say about this exciting news:Ìý

â€Òµ ³¦´Ç³Ü±ô»å²Ô’t be prouder of our group of young adults for their dedication to educating and inspiring others. Their confidence and skills have grown with every presentation, and their impact on creating a more inclusive society has been recognised by being shortlisted at the British Diversity Awards. These national awards are designed to celebrate those who go the extra mile in the name of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and our young adults truly deserve this recognition. Congratulations for your hard work!’

If your business or organisation is interested in our amazing Disability Awareness Training, please get in touch with events@percyhedley.org.uk for more information.