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I always knew I didn’t quite fit in to the world and its norms, but it wasn’t until late 2021, when I watched the Christine McGuinness documentary Unmasking My Autism, that I could relate to somebody else’s experience.
Rachel Watson
21 March 2024
There are so many ways to describe how I felt when I first realised I was neurodiverse– relief and determination being two of the key components.
Cerys Somers
20 March 2024
I've never thought of autism as a disorder . Sure, some situations are challenging for my daughter, but her knowledge and dedication to certain topics, her wild imagination, her wit and humour, and her ability to be herself without trying to fit in are all enormous strengths.
Alex O'Neill
Discover what we're doing to ensure everyone feels comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work.
Julia Greenwood
14 March 2024
We should all work with Muslims within our community to support our students and staff during the Ramadan.
Andrew Keeble
07 March 2024
Brendan McLaughlin is a Digital Marketing Assistant Apprentice working in Estates and Campus Services. He talks about what it's lke being an employee apprentice at Essex.
Brendan McLaughlin
01 February 2024
Nigel Collins is a Careers Consultant in our Student Development team. He tells us more about his experience of doing an apprenticeship alongside his work at Essex.
Nigel Collins
Professor Nancy Kula
23 November 2023
Diwali is a significant festival for our Hindu, Jain, and Sikh communities, and miilions of people around the world who also enjoy this beautiful celebration.
09 November 2023
Highlighting the disabilities and challenges that may be described as either “hidden”, “invisible” or “non-visible”.
Bryn Morris
12 October 2023