Local MP for Watford Dean Russell joined the British Dyslexia Association for their 50th Anniversary celebration in Parliament.
The event was organised to encourage Parliamentarians to ‘Speak Up’ about dyslexia, a neurological difference which affects 1 in 10 people in Watford.
Dyslexia is a learning difficulty which can have a significant impact during education, in the workplace and in everyday life. It can range from mild to severe and it can co-occur with other learning difficulties. It usually runs in families and is a life-long condition. As each person is unique, so is everyone’s experience of dyslexia.
The British Dyslexia Association has been the voice of the dyslexic community for 50 years. The charity shines a light on the, often, hidden challenges and struggles that people with dyslexia face and provide expert information and support to promote a dyslexia friendly society.
Commenting after the event Dean Russell MP said, “I was pleased to join the British Dyslexia Association for their 50th anniversary celebration in Parliament to encourage people to ‘speak up’ about dyslexia.
Chivonne Preston, the CEO of the British Dyslexia Association, commented “It is fantastic to see so many MPs supporting our work. We get hundreds of calls every month on our helpline from members of the public trying to understand how they can get the assistance that they and their families need, from parents and carers trying to support their children and young people in the education system to adults who need adjustment in their workplace or need help with life skills.
President of the British Dyslexia Association, Lord Addington who hosted the event said “When I was a boy growing up with dyslexia it was not well understood and had great stigma. This charity provided invaluable support to my mother in the struggle to get me through the education system. Just as importantly, she never felt alone. I am grateful that the British Dyslexia Association continues this vital service in society advancing our understanding of dyslexia, campaigning for change and providing a welcoming community for those living with dyslexia.
