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Book Reviews
Review of the book ‘Dictated by a Human, Written by a PC’.
We’d like to share with you a review of the book ‘Dictated by a Human, Written by a PC’ by dyslexic author Stephen Voller: Omar Gunnoo (member of Dyslexia Association of London) read the book and provided his view. “It will bend more than just space and time, but your...
Authors
Interview With Jamie McDonald
Dyslexia London sat down with Jamie McDonald, also known as Adventureman. He is the author of the book of the same title and a motivational speaker. He talks about self-motivation, resilience, power of connection and making a difference. In his book Adventureman:...
News
Can we reduce educational inequality with technology?
Can dyslexia technology help our young people do better? Every week Dyslexia Association of London receives news of new apps, technology and learning systems that claim to help young people with Dyslexia read better, learn better and perform better. But is there any...
West Berkshire Dyslexia Association is closing
West Berkshire Dyslexia Association was started by a group of volunteers in 1983* Established by Gill Shackleton-Jones, the was association started by a meeting at Gill's house, following an article written for the Newbury Weekly News. The group set up a Saturday...
Dyslexia Awareness Week 2016
The theme for this year is Identification of Dyslexia. Dyslexia Awareness Week runs from 3rd to 9th October in England, Wales and Ireland. Dyslexia is a hidden ability, meaning that getting an assessment and diagnoses is often difficult. Undiagnosed Dyslexia into...
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Case Studies
B.D.A. Ambassador Luke Parsons
Luke Parsons is studying a level 3 qualification in Uniformed Public Services at Eastleigh College. He says his discovery of Dyslexia made him want to prove himself to others. He was elected as head boy of his school by peers and teachers. Luke felt that year 9 was...
Emma Wee – Neurodiverse Strategy Coach
Emma has a background in visual arts and language. She trained as a sculptor and has worked as a theatre designer for 20 years, managing and mentoring different ways of thinking. Through her work with young adults with ASD, and research around non-verbal languages,...
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For an annual membership fee of just £15.00, members will have full access to the Adult Dyslexia Support Membership Group video conference and resources.
Your support enables us to continue to provide a range of projects throughout the year and vital information through our website, social media channels and a support group for anyone who may have been recently diagnosed with dyslexia or who may be struggling at work or higher-level education.
London Adult Dyslexia Support Group Suspended
The Adult Dyslexia support group was set up almost 25 years ago by Eileen Harwood, who still runs it to this day.
It was set up as a safe place for adults with dyslexia to come together and share their experiences and struggles with dyslexia, and also to help uplift each other.
Owing to the current public health issues, we have cancelled all meetings until further notice. If you need any help or support, please email [email protected] with your concerns.