Disability Inclusion Advocacy: Civic Leadership & Advocacy

The Honorary Freedom of the Borough

"In recognition of my years of service to disability rights and inclusion, I was humbled to receive the Honorary Freedom of the Borough from Hammersmith & Fulham Council. This prestigious award is the highest honour a borough can bestow and reflects a career dedicated to ensuring 'Nothing About Us Without Us' is a reality in local government."

The Disabled People’s Commission

"As a Disabled People’s Commissioner, I worked at the highest level of local government to redesign how services are delivered. By moving away from the 'medical model' and embracing the Social Model of Disability, we transformed Hammersmith & Fulham into a national leader for independent living, paving the way for impactful accessibility consultancy."

Civic Honours Recognition: Disabled People’s Commission

"In 2018, my work as a lead contributor to the Disabled People’s Commission was officially recognized at the Hammersmith & Fulham Civic Honours. Being named a runner-up for this award highlighted the success of our co-production model and my personal dedication to reshaping local policy for the disabled community."

The Disabled Resident Team (DRT)

"As a participant in the DRT, I provided direct, lived-experience expertise to council directors, ensuring that every new development, street design, and public service in the borough was built with accessibility as a requirement, not an afterthought."