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SUMMARY:Claiming the Normal - Hartlepool
DESCRIPTION:Claim the Normal\nCreated by Difference North East and photographed by Kev Howard\, the project Claiming the Normal celebrates every day disabled lives\, challenging stereotypes and reclaiming space for authentic representation. The exhibition showcases striking portraits of disabled people doing ordinary things—working\, shopping\, enjoying hobbies\, and simply living their lives. \n\n@differencenortheast The media often gets disability WRONG! 🚫 Disabled people are shown as either helpless or superheroes. ✅ But in real life\, disabled people go to the pub\, shop\, work\, and have fun—just like everyone else. We’re taking real photos to show every day disabled people—AND WE NEED YOU! Get paid £50-£75 for a 1-3 hour photo shoot. No experience needed—just be yourself! Interested? Send us a DM\, email christopher@differencenortheast.org.uk\, or text/WhatsApp 07813 789529. Tag a friend who should be part of this! #RealDisabledLife #representationmatters #disabledtiktok #disability ♬ original sound: Difference North East\n\n \nThrough these images\, the project breaks down barriers and invites audiences to rethink how disability is portrayed: beyond clichés of “superhuman” or “helpless.” \nAbout the Project:\nReclaiming the Normal is a photography initiative by Difference North East\, a disability rights charity dedicated to ending discrimination\, improving access\, and changing public perceptions of disability!
URL:https://differencenortheast.org.uk/event/claiming-the-normal-hartlepool/
LOCATION:Hartlepool Art Gallery\, Church St\,\, Hartlepool\, TS24 7EQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Disability History,Disabled representation,arts
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SUMMARY:Community Cuppa at Redcar's Footprints Café
DESCRIPTION:Community Cuppa at Redcar’s Footprints Café\nThursday 4th December\, 1:30pm – 2:30pm\nFootprints Community Café\, Redcar \n\nHow’s life where you are? @ Footprints Café\n\nWhere do you face barriers in Redcar? From public transport and shop layouts to rushed appointments and confusing information\, many systems aren’t designed with everyone in mind. \nIf you’ve ever left a place because it was too overwhelming\, or felt frustrated by a service that didn’t accommodate you\, join this chat. This is a safe space to share those everyday perspectives and be listened to. \nYour experiences are valuable evidence that can be used to advocate for practical changes. \n“Your frustration is evidence of a problem\, not a personal failing. Together\, we can build a case for change.”\nWhat We’ll Do\n\nMapping common issues: Share the frustrations you face around town.\nBrainstorming simple fixes: “What would one practical improvement be?”\nFeeling heard: Talking with others who understand the challenges.\n\n\nKey Information\n📅\nDate: Thursday 4th December\, 1:30pm – 2:30pm\n📍\nVenue: Footprints Community Café\, Redcar\n☕\nInformal: This is a separate drop-in from last week. Feel free to attend either or both.\n📧\nQuestions?  Email claire@differencenortheast.org.uk\n\nEmail to Know More! \n\n\nDo you want to fight for disability rights in Teesside? Your story matters. \nJoin Difference North East!
URL:https://differencenortheast.org.uk/event/community-cuppa-redcar-footprints-cafe/
LOCATION:Footprints Community Café\, Redcar\, 14a High St\,\, Redcar\, TS10 3DU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Accessibility
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