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I'm Joshua Downey and I was born with Cerebral Palsy and Dyspraxia and I am dedicated to sharing my story and experiences with the world. Over the course of this show you will learn about various issues facing people with disabilities today and how their lives are affected in different parts of the world.

Josh Downey


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    UNBOUND: Short Essays About an Author's Disability (Interview with Ben Mattlin)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 7:42


    Today we're once again joined by Los Angeles based author Ben Mattlin who's here to tell us about his new book "UNBOUND" a collection of short essays about his experiences with disability .Learn more about UNBOUND and Ben's other works via the links below:https://blairpub.com/shop/p/unboundBen's Personal Website:BenMattlin.comIf you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    Lighting the Torch for Special Olympics Gibraltar (Interview with Matt Coulthard)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025 11:14


    Matt Coulthard is a dedicated Leading Firefighter with the Gibraltar Fire & Rescue Service, bringing over 12 years of operational experience and a strong background in leadership, training, and community engagement.His passion for supporting others goes far beyond the fire ground. As Gibraltar's long-standing representative for the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR), Matt proudly champions athletes with intellectual disabilities through his work with the Special Olympics, both locally and on the international stage.A committed charity advocate, Matt has organised major fundraising events and had the honour of representing Gibraltar as a torchbearer for both the Commonwealth and Olympic Games.As a two-time British Champion of the British Firefighter Challenge and a World Silver Medalist, he understands the dedication and discipline it takes to be an athlete. He actively promotes inclusivity in sport and believes strongly that everyone, regardless of background or ability, should have the opportunity to participate, connect, and grow through sport and friendship.Learn more about "Light the Torch Run" via the link below:https://www.letr.org/If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    "My Story with Cerebral Palsy/CP”(Interview with Mike Gibbs)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 19:41


    Today we have the honour and privilege of being joined by Mike Gibbs, Disability Advocate from Christchurch Canterbury on New Zealand's South Island (Te Waipounamu). He's here to share his story with Cerebral Palsy (CP).Learn more about Mike's work via the link below:Official Website:mikegibbs.nzIf you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    Art Therapy in Gibraltar (Interview with Jacquima Rios Art Psychotherapist MA)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 6:45


    Jacquima Rios MA is an Art Psychotherapist from Gibraltar and today she'll be telling us about the basic fundamentals of Art Therapy.Learn more about Art Therapy and Jacquima's work via the links below:Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/1BMxE4aVyf/?mibextid=wwXIfrInstagram:https://www.facebook.com/share/1BMxE4aVyf/?mibextid=wwXIfrIf you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    The Manx Deaf Society (Interview with Lucy Buxton)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 9:29


    Lucy Buxton is the Chief Executive Officer of the Manx Deaf Society which supports people with hearing impairments on the Isle of Man.Today she'll tell us about the initiatives the organisation has undertaken to support people with hearing impairments on the Isle of Man.Learn more about the Manx Deaf Society via the link to their website below:https://www.manxdeafsociety.org.im/home/If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    How Technology Can Help Those with Visual Impairments (Interview with Jack Fisher)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 6:47


    Today we're joined by Jack Fisher, a Software Developer from Gibraltar and a member of the Gibraltar Society for the Visually Impaired (GSVI).He'll be telling us about how modern technological and software developments can help those with visual impairments.Learn more about the Gibraltar Society for the Visually Impaired (GSVI) via the link below:GSVI Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/gsvigibJack also plays "Visually Impaired Tennis which you can learn more about by watching the following YouTube video:https://youtu.be/WH_sRzgLO6M?si=n6TZDEJqYyFRUovRIf you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    The Benefits of Tai Chi and Qigong for Disability and Mental Health (Interview with Tarik Tekman)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 9:36


    Tarik Tekman is a Qigong and Tai Chi instructor from Nicosia Cyprus. Today he'll tell us about the benefits these meditative practices can have on helping people with disabilities in addition to those struggling with mental health issues.Learn more about his work via the link below:Official Website:https://www.tariktekman.comIf you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    Triple A: Awesome Autism Awareness In Gibraltar (Interview with Lesley Chadwick)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 4:23


    Today we're honoured to be joined by Lesley Chadwick from Triple A, Awesome Autism Awareness which aims to raise awareness about autism in Gibraltar. She will be telling us about the initiatives Triple A has undertaken and the impact they've had on keeping people informed about autism.Learn more about Triple A via the link below:Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/16Hb4oyCtE/?mibextid=wwXIfrIf you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    You Don't Have to Pay Outrageous Medical Bills in the US (Interview with Frank Lobb)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 15:37


    Frank Lobb is a retired US Naval Pilot who recently authored a book titled “The Big Lie in my Healthcare Bill” based on his experiences with the US healthcare system.Today he'll share his story.Learn about Frank's book “The Big Lie in my Healthcare Bill via the link below:https://thebiglieinmyhealthcarebill.com/If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    Disability and Remote Working (Discussion with Yvonne Street)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 13:45


    Yvonne Street is an Ex Specialist Work/Support Coach   who lives with various physical barriers and is originally from Devon South West England but is now based in Gibraltar.Today she and I will be discussing how remote working can help people with disabilities succeed in the workforce.Learn more about Yvonne's work via the link below:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonne-street-b94a07b9?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_apIf you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    Treating an Incurable Condition Through Spiritual Practices (Interview with Samantha Donbavand)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 6:53


    Much like me, Samantha Donbavand was born 3 months prematurely and was diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) in 2004 following a near-death experience. She works to treat her incurable condition through a variety of spiritual practices.Learn more about her work via the links below: Official Website:https://samanthadonbavand.wixsite.com/liveinyourlight/homeFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/1J3AyHYFPS/?mibextid=wwXIfrInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/serenityshaman?igsh=MWhqaDQzYWhlMzFuZQ==If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    A Massive "Thank You!" to the Gibraltar Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) for featuring me on "Gibraltar Today"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 1:11


    I would like to give a massive "Thank You! to the Gibraltar Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) for allowing me to come on the "Gibraltar Today" hosted by Radio Gibraltar to share my story with Cerebral Palsy and my podcast's connection to Gibraltar.Listen to the full interview via the links below:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/2f6N2RdA4oQhWzRBOenmKd?si=L98E3YtRR_2rBHA0RI2wgAApple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/gibraltar-today/id1675893334?i=1000700931692If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    Growing up Partially-Sighted in the UK (Interview with Simon Iskander)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 13:31


    Simon Iskander is partially sighted (severely sight impaired). He was born with a rare eye condition called aniridia (complete or partial absence of irises in each eye). He has also had nystagmus (involuntary eye movement), under-developed optic nerves and fovea (the fovea is an area of the retina at the back of the eye).since birth. More recently, he has also suffered from eye pain and further deterioration in his vision due to aniridia-related keratopathy (ARK) (corneal vascularisation) and development of cataracts. This has resulted in him needing to go through a process of developing self-acceptance and emotional adjustment to his new reduced level of vision.Simon lives in the UK and is involved with the sight loss charities Aniridia Network and RNIB (Royal National Institute for Blind People) to receive and offer support to other people experiencing sight loss. He has also participated in regular social activities and a support network run by a men's mental health charity in the UK called Back and Forth - Men's Mental Health.Learn more about Simon and his work via the links below:RNIBrnib.org.ukAniridia NetworkAniridia.org.ukBack and Forth - Men's Mental Healthhttps://backandforthmmh.co.ukIf you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    An Inclusive Future for a United Cyprus (Interview with Costa Constanti)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 12:39


    Costa Constanti is an active member of the centrist and moderate political party Volt Cyprus. He was born in Melbourne, VIC Australia, and moved to Cyprus as an adult. In Australia, he studied psychology, psycho-neurosciences, politics and history at a bachelor level, followed studies in international relations and law at a masters level. He's the Director of CONSTANTi, a consultancy offering social and political analysis and advice, as well as conducting research, consulting and project management in the fields of international relations, conflict, civil society, public diplomacy and project management. He worked as a European Project Office manager at the University of Nicosia for two years working on migrant integration and adult learning projects, and spent 14 years as policy and public diplomacy manager at the Australian High Commission. He's an advocate of the crucial and real power of civil society and social media, as well as being an active campaigner for human rights, gender equality, accessibility for all, peace building and conflict resolution. He is a founding Board Member of the peace-building NGO Cyprus Academic Dialogue (CAD) and Head of International Relations at minority rights and empowerment NGO WICZ+ Foundation and an Expert Adviser for Step Up Stop Slavery where he focusses on political sensitivities, social developments and opportunities for cooperation and partnership with likeminded NGOs and international agencies in the battle against human trafficking. He served on the board of the Association for Historical Dialogue and Research (AHDR) where he was instrumental in the creation of the world's first cafe and social space in a conflict buffer zone. Costa is also the Cyprus rapporteur for Freedom House and produces the Freedom in the World Report for the Republic of Cyprus, focusing on transparency and corruption matters, issues of democratic governance, freedom of speech, religious and minority rights, gender equality and other key markers for Cyprus. In 2023 Costa joined a partnership with the Forager Network International to expand the European and MENA region hub. Forager focuses on innovative educational programs and offers solutions to galleries, museums and archaeological sites, as well as local communities. In 2023-2024 he worked with Impunity Watch on the issue of the Syrian Missing Persons and in 2025 began political consultant project work with PRIO. He also serves on the Human Rights and International Relations Committees. He represents Cyprus on Volt Europa's Eurosense project.Learn more about Costa and his work via the links below:CONSTANTI Official Website:https://constanti.orgVolt Cyprus Party Website:https://voltcyprus.orgIf you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    Drama Therapy in Gibraltar (Interview with Nyree Turnock-Robinson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 6:33


    Nyree Turnock-Robinson is a Drama Therapist from Gibraltar who is the older sister of Matthew Turnock who previously came on this show to share his story with Cerebral Palsy.Today she'll share her story.Learn more about Nyree and her work via the links below:https://www.facebook.com/share/163A2nPSzS/Listen to my interview with her brother Matthew via the links below:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/0gsRm52YX2zcz8LApUZ1RM?si=jU2uL80qSpqb1tD8g0LNswApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/the-jd-dragon-disability-rights-podcast/id1493666442?i=1000655270400If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    The Future of Diversity, Equality and Inclusion in the US (Interview with Dr. Karen Hills Pruden)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 10:02


    Dr. Karen Hills Pruden is the Assistant Vice President of Project Management in Finance & Administration at Norfolk State University a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in the United States.  Dr. Karen has worked in leadership in the tax industry, retail industry, non-profit, and museums. She was recently honored with the 2024 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award signed by former President Joe Biden.  Additionally, she has been recognized by two governors; former governor Ralph Northam (VA) and Wes Moore ( MD) and former Congresswoman, Elaine Luria for her work in leadership.  Dr. Pruden has also authored/co-authored over 30 books.Learn more Dr. Pruden's work via the links below:https://www.drkarenhillspruden.com/https://www.sisterleadersconference.com/If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    Life with Albinism in Belize (Interview with Adeena and Berndina Eck)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 21:42


    Adeena and Berndina Eck join us once again to talk about their experiences growing up with Albinism in Belize.Learn more their work with the Inspiration Center via the link below:Official website:⁠https://inspirationcenter.bz/⁠Listen to our original interview regarding their work with “The Inspiration Center” via the links below:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/7fv7YVD2FQj7PjetyA3dvd?si=W2jdTInvSzebrMlWkpe6HgApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/the-jd-dragon-disability-rights-podcast/id1493666442?i=1000692369772If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    Life with STXBP1 in Gibraltar (Interview with Sabrina Spiteri-Cano)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025 6:58


    Sabrina Spiteri-Cano is a member of Gibraltar's Supported Needs Action Group (SNAG). whose daughter Aaliyah was diagnosed with STXBP1 Disorder. STXBP1 (Syntaxin-Binding Protein 1) is a gene that provides instructions for making a protein involved in how brain cells communicate. This protein helps with the release of neurotransmitters, which are chemicals that allow nerve cells to send signals to each other.Mutations in the STXBP1 gene can cause neurological conditions, including epilepsy, intellectual disabilities, and movement disorders. These mutations disrupt normal brain signaling, leading to developmental and cognitive challenges. The severity of symptoms can vary widely from person to person and Aaliyah is Gibraltar's sole patient.Learn more about STXBP1 via the link below:https://search.app/2F1QLcjg7Q6sAyzw7If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    Life with Cerebral Palsy in Belize (Interview with Julian Wagner)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2025 6:44


    Julian Wagner is originally from Belize and was born with Cerebral Palsy. He spent 2 years in the hospital and then at the age of 3 he received an operation on his left foot  Julian is currently studying Computer Science at Corozal Junior College.Learn more about Cerebral Palsy in Belize via the link below:https://inspirationcenter.bz/cerebral-palsey/If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    Growing up Partially-Sighted in GIbraltar (Interview with Eloise Durante)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2025 13:56


    Eloise Durante was the first person born in Gibraltar with a rare genetic eye condition known as Aniridia, meaning both of her irises were missing. She is partially sighted and this condition proves to be challenging to treat due to the secondary conditions one can develop throughout one's life, but not impossible. She forms part of the committee of the Gibraltar Society for the Visually Impaired (GSVI) and by telling her story today wishes to raise awareness and achieve acceptance for hidden disabilities in today's society.Learn more about the Gibraltar Society for the Visually Impaired (GSVI) via the link below:Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/gsvigibIf you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    Saying "Hey!" to an Inclusive Gibraltar (Interview with Adam Kaan)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 8:06


    Adam Kaan works for ‘Hey Gibraltar!' an online hub established by Ahmed Rehan, where local businesses and community organisations can promote their services and other good causes around the city.  As a Team Member he handles some of the filming duties and support the wider networking of the organisation.Learn more about “Hey Gibraltar!” via the link below:https://www.facebook.com/share/1A8y16bQcJ/?mibextid=wwXIfrIf you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    Life with Multifocal Motor Neuropathy (Interview with John Navarro Jr.)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2025 8:52


    John Navarro Jr. is the only person in Gibraltar to have Multifocal Motor Neuropathy (MMN), a rare, chronic neurological disorder that affects the peripheral nerves, leading to progressive muscle weakness and loss of function, usually in the hands and arms. Unlike other neuropathies, MMN is purely motor, meaning it does not cause sensory loss. It is often misdiagnosed as ALS due to its similar symptoms but is treatable with intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG), which can help manage the condition and slow progression. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for maintaining mobility and quality of life. MMN is a very rare condition roughly affecting 1 in 200,000 people or 5 in every 1 million people.  Today he'll share his story.Learn more about MMN and John's work via the links below:GBS/CIDP Foundation:https://www.gbs-cidp.org/John also founded a MMN UK Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18eLTDzYvi/?mibextid=wwXIfrMoorish Castle in Gibraltar was recently lit with an orange glow in celebration of MMN Awareness Month:https://www.gbc.gi/news/moorish-castle-lit-orange-gibraltars-only-multifocal-motor-neuropathy-patient-shares-his-storyIf you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    Belize's Inspiration Center (Interview with Adeena and Berndina Eck)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 12:18


    Adeena and Berndina Eck are two sisters who work for The Inspiration Center (TIC) in Belize City, a nonprofit organization run primarily by volunteer doctors and therapists which supports children with diverse abilities.Adeena was born with Albinism which affects her vision and is a certified Paraprofessional Aid through Autism Belize and is also a member of the Belize Assembly for People with Diverse Abilities (BAPDA) while Berndina is a passionate advocate for people with disabilities who has training from various organizations including the Commonwealth Disabled People's Forum. She also served as the Executive Secretary for the Belize Assembly for Persons with Diverse Abilities (BAPDA).Learn more about the Inspiration Center via the link below:Our previous interview:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/7fv7YVD2FQj7PjetyA3dvd?si=rv4EeOvDQemda7OppzVFUAApple Podcasts:Official website:https://inspirationcenter.bz/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/1RDvrNCDvg/If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    The Gibraltar Mental Welfare Society (Interview with Conchita Triay)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 10:44


    Conchita Triay has served as a Committee Member of the Gibraltar Mental Welfare Society since 1985.She has since served as the society's Chairperson and now considers herself an advocate for mental health provision as well as an occasional spokesperson for the GMWS.Learn more about the Gibraltar Mental Welfare Society via the link below.Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/1YD18KX8YV/?mibextid=wwXIfrIf you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcastIf you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    The Gibraltar Disability Society (Interview with Debbie Borastero MBE)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2025 13:11


    Debbie Borastero MBE (Member of the British Empire) is a passionate campaigner for disability rights and total equality in Gibraltar.She was awarded her MBE in recognition of her efforts to promote disability rights in Gibraltar.Learn more about the Gibraltar Disability Society via the links below:Official website:http://www.gibraltardisabilitysociety.com/Facebookhttps://m.facebook.com/TheGibraltarDisabilitySociety/If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    Overcoming Depression (Discussion with Jenny Brown)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 10:13


    Jenny Brown is a Creative Artist, Nature Enthusiast, and Permaculture Teacher from Gibraltar.She and I have both had to overcome depression at various points in our lives and today we're going to discuss our experiences and what we've learned from them.Learn more about Jenny and her work via the link below:https://www.instagram.com/allthewildsenses?igsh=NDRvNTRxcWRoMnU%3D&utm_source=qrIf you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfrSnapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord ServerJD DragonX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    An Inclusive Future for People with Autism in Belize (Interview with Christy Almeida)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 12:14


    Christy Almeida is the Founder and Executive Chair of "Autism Belize" which supports people with autism in Belize. Today she'll share her story. Learn more about "Autism Belize" via the links below: Official website: autismbelize.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/autismbelize Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/autismbelize/ If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Feel free to join the "JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast" Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12Eit9sBPuR/?mibextid=wwXIfr Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server JD Dragon X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    Supporting The Mental Health of Medics in Malta (Interview with Nicole Borg)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 9:03


    Nicole Borg works to support mental health in Malta especially the mental health of doctors and medical students. Learn more about her work via the links below: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mhommalta Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthofmedics/?hl=en If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    An Inclusive Future for The Bahamas (Interview with Thorne Clarke)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 6:21


    Thorne Clarke is a wheelchair user who works an inspector as an Inspector for the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities in The Bahamas. Today he'll share his story and tell us about the work the National Commission is doing to an ensure an inclusive future for people with disabilities in The Bahamas. Learn more about the National Commission and their work via the links below: Official Website: https://disabilitiescommissionbahamas.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/disabilitiescommission242 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558806360604 https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.disabilitiescommissionbahamas.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3z0u0KScNcw81FfgRGpEhGCSNXsR2g95svXh45W6oYltpz6NBf4pfBB70_aem_I5Wj_nFjoXVBDaaUTJYeEA&h=AT3WXzuG8CxDYRWetCBaYyxQuVpMCrrn2GpnXCh5uxdpcvpnJhdlKaSX-wHZfZjxivp6gSAbH0DKWDYn_uEsSQteQgo1pBrO0o7QfpOJKwxPsM1zfprjRyfpMgzem-botugYHQ If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    How Music Can Promote Disability in Gibraltar (Interview with Adrian Pisarello)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 7:23


    Adrian Pisarello is a musician and front man for the band of the same name which also includes SNAG Chairman Eric Rowbottom. Today he'll share his story with us and tell us about how performing alongside Eric has taught him about the potential of people with disabilities. Feel free to check my interview with Eric via the link below: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2eMXxH7kCpB7iOJSEq7NBy?si=jUrmuwZXTriGzDo5Ka19Ew https://open.spotify.com/artist/2EiH0d73lEMdEnoEFSBJBu?si=agCRPgP9Q3KnOow3zSkfzA https://youtube.com/@elpisa1970?si=VGZbTgaroyyhXiP4 https://open.spotify.com/track/5ntkELuB09x2FYaMhR64wQ?si=WVWTRrhQTuSP0LNPpMww7Q&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A5GlmCjA5jPqhCpoTuPWI3F If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    Promoting Inclusivity in Gibraltar and Morocco (Interview with Henry Sacramento)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 6:47


    Henry Sacramento served as a "Welfare Officer" in the Royal Gibraltar Police force (RGP) where he helped out at the St. Martin's School and St. Bernard's Occupational Therapy Centre which supported children and adults with disabilities respectively. Following his retirement he bought a house in Tangier Morocco with his wife where he supported local organisations which support people with disabilities. Today he'll share his story. If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    The United Kingdom is my largest audience for 2024! (THANK YOU!!!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 6:25


    According to the "Spotify Wrapped" the United Kingdom is my largest audience in terms of overall new listeners this show received in 2024. In addition to mainland Great Britain and Northern Ireland, we also received tons of new listeners in the Crown Dependency of the Isle of Man and the British Overseas Territories of Gibraltar, the Pitcairn Islands and Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha. In addition to the massive amount of new listeners in the UK this show also received listeners in 20 new countries and territories in addition the original 63 I mentioned previously. Here's the list in case you're interested: Gibraltar (British Overseas Territory) The Bahamas Lithuania  Dominica Mauritius Cyprus Luxembourg  Trinidad and Tobago St. Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha (British Overseas Territory) Namibia Jamaica Republic of North Macedonia (Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia) Albania Belarus Pitcairn Islands (British Overseas Territory) Isle of Man (Crown Dependency) People's Republic of China (Chinese Mainland) Saudi Arabia Seychelles  Belize Argentina  If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    SNAG, Gibraltar's Supported Needs Action Group (Interview with Eric Rowbottom)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 11:23


    Eric Rowbottom is the Chairperson of SNAG, Gibraltar's Supported Needs Action Group by running various initiatives including providing equipment to Special Education Facilities.He recently raised a total of £80.000 climbing the "Mediterranean Steps" in the “Upper Rock Nature Reserve”.Learn more about SNAG via the link to their website below:http://www.snag.giIf you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Snapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord Serverhttps://discord.gg/XsZZ42NUX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    An Inclusive Future for Gibraltar (Interview with Keith Azopardi KC MP)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 7:43


    Keith Azopardi KC (King's Counsel) MP is a litigator and also serves as Opposition Leader and Gibraltar Social Democrats (GSD) Leader in the Gibraltar Parliament. Today he'll explain how he supports the initiatives undertaken by GSD members to promote the rights of those with disabilities in Gibraltar.Learn more about Keith Azopardi KC MP and his work via the links below:Gibraltar Social Democrats official party website:https://www.gsd.gi/meet-the-team/X (formerly known as Twitter): @keith_azopardi Legal Practice website:https://www.tsnlaw.com/portfolio/keith-azopardi-qc/If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on:Instagram:https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠Snapchat:https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmTDiscord Serverhttps://discord.gg/XsZZ42NUX (formerly known as Twitter):@JDDragonPodcast

    Setting up Students with Disabilities for Success at the University of Malta (Interview with Roderick Vassallo)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 6:13


    Roderick Vassallo is the Vice-President of the University of Malta's Junior College which supports students transitioning from secondary to tertiary education at the University of Malta. Today Roderick will tell us how the college support students with disabilities. Learn more about the UM Junior College via the link below: https://www.jc.um.edu.mt/about If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    SHAPING An Inclusive Future for St. Helena (Interview with SHAPE St. Helena)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 16:41


    Today we're joined by SHAPE, St. Helena's leading disability support organisation to learn about how they're shaping an inclusive and fulfilling future for people with disabilities on St. Helena. Learn more about SHAPE via the link to their website below: ⁠https://www.shapecharity.com/⁠ If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    Die ZDF-Initiativen zur Förderung von Behinderten in den Medien. (Interview mit Nicola Foltys)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 7:02


    Nicola Foltys ist "Head of Access Services" beim ZDF und hat an verschiedenen Projekten zur Förderung von Behinderten im Studio mitgearbeitet. Weitere Informationen über Nicola und ihre Arbeit finden Sie unter den nachstehenden Links: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicola-foltys-she-her-1273b3209?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app ZDF Presseportal: https://presseportal.zdf.de/pressemitteilung/buendnis-medien-fuer-vielfalt-zum-thema-inklusion-im-fokus

    A Massive Grazzi! (Thank You!) to 103.7 Campus FM.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 18:00


    I recently had the honour and privilege of being interviewed on 103.7 Campus FM, the University of Malta's official radio station of the University of Malta. Learn more about 103.7 Campus FM via the link to their website below: https://www.um.edu.mt/services/campus1037/ If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    Anyone Can Learn to Dance (Interview with Dr. Sara Accettura)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 12:43


    Dr. Sara Accettura is an Assistant Lecturer with the "Department of Dance Studies" at the University of Malta who works to empower people with disabilities through the art of dance. Today she'll share share her story and explain how with the right amount of support anyone can learn to dance irregardless of whether they have a disability or not. Learn more about Sara and her work via the links below: "Dance For All" Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100079289806203 Opening Doors Association Malta: https://openingdoors.org.mt/If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    An Inclusive Society on the Isle of Man (Interview with Hon. Chief Minister Alfred Cannan MHK)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 13:35


    Today we're honoured to be joined by Hon. Alfred Cannan MHK, Independent Member of the "House of Keys" and current serving Chief Minister of the Isle of Man since 2021. Today he'll tell us about the initiatives designed to support people with disabilities on the Isle of Man he has supported since assuming the role of Chief Minister. Learn more about the Office of the Chief Minister via the links below: Official website: https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/cabinet-office/chief-minister/ https://www.gov.im/categories/working-in-the-isle-of-man/employment-rights/equality-act-2017/ The Hon. Chief Minister was recently interviewed on the "Talking in the Dark" podcast hosted by the incredible Evie Roberts. Check out the interview via the link below: https://open.spotify.com/episode/656KPZNPoGKMUPOxFYW3SP?si=Pe9wLBiHQkaDxBtWfg7yow If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    Working Together for an Inclusive Gibraltar (Interview with Nick Calamaro and Karl Ghiro)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2024 23:48


    Today we're joined by Together Gibraltar party leader Nick Calamaro and party executive Karl Ghiro to talk about the role that the disability community can play in promoting inclusivity in Gibraltar. Learn more about the "Together Gibraltar via the link to their website below: https://togethergibraltar.com/ Follow TG on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/togethergibraltar?igsh=N3VoOGxreDQ5aXht If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    Gibraltar's Clubhouse for Mental Health (Interview with Tania Aguilar)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 5:10


    Tania Aguilar is the CEO of Clubhouse Gibraltar which works to support people with mental illnesses by providing support and assistance in daily life. Today she'll tell us about the various initiatives the organisation has undertaken to support people with mental health issues. Learn about "Clubhouse Gibraltar" via the link below: https://clubhousegibraltar.com/ If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    Promoting Mental Health in the Gibraltar Parliament (Interview with Joelle Ladislaus MP)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 8:25


    Joelle Ladislaus MP serves as a member of the Gibraltar Social Democrats (GSD) in the Gibraltar Parliament and has as history with ADHD. She's also incredibly passionate about promoting mental health in Gibraltar and will be sharing her story with us today. If you're interested in learning more about the promotion of mental health in Gibraltar check out the link to my recent interview with GibSams, Gibraltar's leading mental health charity: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0PxDquYehlYWmB6DdwKl2b?si=RaKLPPh9QimAyU8C3t1Z6w Learn more about Joelle and her work via the links below: Gibraltar Social Democrats official party website: https://www.gsd.gi/meet-the-team/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/C8VXvUoyEiETZvV4/?mibextid=LQQJ4d If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    "There's no Magic Wand but There's Ability" (Interview with Noel Zammit Pawley)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 11:15


    Noel Zammit Pawley is a counsellor from Malta who wrote a dissertation titled "There's No Magic Wand But There's Ability: The Benefits of Counselling for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities". Today he'll be telling us how counselling could help people with disabilities and how people with intellectual disabilities could be more integrated in society. You can check Noel's dissertation via the link below: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qjaSMB3-JjXjVG46ZksA52yT90LArs2XtS3yEivr24s/edit?tab=t.0 If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    Accessible Media in Aotearoa/New Zealand (Interview with Dan Buckingham)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 7:52


    Dan Buckingham works for “Able NZ” which aims to provide captioning for New Zealand's largest television broadcasters so that people with disabilities can equally enjoy watching TV. Today he'll tell us about “Able” and their work. Learn more about “Able NZ” via the link below: http://able.co.nz/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    How GibSams works to support mental health in Gibraltar (Interview with Brenda Cuby)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 10:28


    Brenda Cuby is the CEO of GIbSams, Gibraltar's leading mental health charity. Today she'll tell us how she became involved with the organisation as well the initiatives GibSams has undertaken to support mental health. Learn more about GibSams via the link below: https://gibsams.gi/ If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    An Inclusive Future for Malta (Interview with Jacob Callus)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 13:24


    Jacob Callus works and the Ministry of Inclusion and Voluntary Contributions (MIVC) as a Policy Advisor. He previously spoke at the Gordon Cardona Memorial Lecture on the “State Government of Inclusive Education Today” at the University of Malta. He has Autism and will share his story with us today. Learn more about the Gordon Cardona Memorial Lecture via the link below: https://www.um.edu.mt/socialwellbeing/disabilitystudies/ourresearch/gordoncardonamemoriallecture/ If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    Let's Talk About Dyspraxia in Gibraltar (Interview with Christopher Michal Pitto)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2024 12:26


    Christopher Michal Pitto, a lawyer from Gibraltar specialising in Family Law was diagnosed with "Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), commonly known as "Dyspraxia" while he was studying Plymouth University in England. I also have DCD and we'll both be sharing our stories about living with the condition. Learn more about DCD via the link below: https://dyspraxiauk.com/ If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    The Link Between Disability and Mental Health (Interview with Dr. Tara Louise Kenyon)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 11:41


    Today Dr. Tara Louise Kenyon returns to the podcast to talk about the link between disability and mental health including explaining how her own experiences with epilepsy affected her mental health. Learn more about Dr. Kenyon's work by checking out her website via the link below: https://tlkenyon.com Check out our original collaboration focusing on mental health in Gibraltar: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Tnw18aiuzQlEDAeicLQS8?si=r7b2SYUhRg2S6wSPMsAPxg If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    A Massive "Thank You" to ITV/STV!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 2:27


    I would like to extend a massive to both the UK broadcaster ITV and it's Scottish branch STV for congratulating me on the success of my podcast. Learn more about ITV's campaign to inform people about invisible disabilities: https://www.itvplc.com/social-purpose/news/2020/invisible-disabilities https://www.stvplc.tv/social-impact/diversity-and-inclusion/ If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

    Promoting Mental Health in Gibraltar (Interview with Dr. Tara Louise Kenyon)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024 14:00


    Dr. Tara Louise Kenyon is a Mental Health and Trauma Specialist from Gibraltar who's going to be sharing her story with mental health and trauma and the importance of discussing psychological health in order to erase stigma. Learn more about Dr. Kenyon's work by checking out her website via the link below: https://tlkenyon.com If you would like to reach out feel free to send an email to: atelierfuralle@gmail.com. You can also leave a review of the podcast and follow this show on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/atelierfuralle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551850785306⁠⁠ Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/FVWn1jmT Discord Server https://discord.gg/XsZZ42NU X (formerly known as Twitter): @JDDragonPodcast

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