Learning Disability Week 2026 is here!
Myth busting by Oliver McGowan Experts by Experience
Shaun, Expert by Experience
“One myth is that people with a learning disability can’t communicate or take part in conversations, when it’s quite obvious that they can. You just need to take time to get to know the person and how best to communicate with them.
People with a Learning Disability CAN learn new skills and succeed with the right support and if they’re given opportunities.”
Claire, Expert by Experience on myth busting
“One myth about people with a learning disability is that they can all be put in the same box.
Obviously we’re not all the same. Everybody is different. There are people who can do quite a bit for themselves and need minimal support and there are people who have a lot more challenges and need quite a lot of support. There is a broad spectrum.
My colleagues help me to feel included. I’m treated as an individual…”
About The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism
Disability Together are approved providers of the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training. This is mandatory training for health and social care staff to better understand the needs of autistic people and those with learning disabilities.
During the training Experts by Experience, like Shaun and Claire bring their knowledge, passion and personal lived-experience to every session.
We are so proud to have them as part of the team.
You can find out more about the training and opportunities on our Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training pages.
