Abigail is the current Sports Commissioning Apprentice at Channel 4. She has had experience working at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games both from behind the scenes in the remote production hub and live in Paris. She is excited to share her experience as a disabled person working in the TV and broadcasting industry.
Jack Smyth
I’m Jack – I’m 28 from Clydebank. I have cerebral palsy and epilepsy. I acquired cerebral palsy due to my birth. I have faced many challenges and operations due to this.
I work as a metal artist/sculptor who creates art from car parts, horseshoes and mild steel and I’m the business owner of Salvaged Metal Art. I’m also a motivational speaker.
In 2019 I won the Princes Trust Young Achiever of the Year award and in 2022 I won the Princes Trust Young Achiever of the Year Award at the Pride of Scotland awards in Edinburgh.
Scope
We’re Scope, the disability equality charity in England, Wales and Scotland. We provide practical information and emotional support when it’s most needed and campaign relentlessly to create a fairer society. We won’t stop until we achieve a society where all disabled people enjoy equality and fairness. We are determined to change the future. Together, as a collective movement of: disabled people, campaigners, donors, volunteers, communities and businesses. We work every day to challenge attitudes and end disability inequality.
SCLD
The Scottish Commission for People with Learning Disabilities (SCLD) vision is for a fairer Scotland where people with learning disabilities live full, safe, loving, and equal lives. We are a human rights defender, working to uphold, protect and raise awareness of the human rights of people with learning disabilities
W Munro (Rehab) Ltd
W Munro (Rehab) Ltd are a Scottish company specialising in rehabilitation and therapy products.
We have over 40 years’ experience advising and assessing specialist paediatric equipment. Our aim is to provide quality product and a service that enhances the life and skills of all children with additional support needs.