An intro for anyone new here:

Hi!

I'm a journalist, author and editor.
My book Made Possible is influenced by my sister Raana (pictured!): an anthology on success, by people with learning disabilities: SUCCESS!
I chair Sibs, the charity for people who've grown up with disabled brothers/sisters. I’m an ambassador for the non-profit National Development Team for Inclusion.

#LearningDisability #fragilex #autism #diversity #equality #inclusion #humanrights #carer #siblings
http://sabasalman.com

#ThrowBackThursday picture of Anna and Alex cuddling on the sofa #SoCute #CatsOfMastodon #siblings #Littermates

For Carers Week, this is an important reminder for young siblings:

'You do a great job and not just this week, which is a chance to celebrate from June 6th-12th 2023, but all year round'

#CarersWeek2023 #siblings

https://www.sibs.org.uk/youngsibs/spotlight/siblings-and-carers-week-2023/

Proud to be part of Sibs, the UK charity for the bothers and sisters of disabled people. This is on Monday - and the theme is 'sibling strengths':

'At Sibs, we know what a valuable role siblings play in the lives of their disabled brothers and sisters, how unique their relationship can be and how they need to be recognised and celebrated in their own right too.'

#siblings #disability

https://www.sibs.org.uk/nsd/

Happy #caturday from Alex and Anna #CatsOfMastodon #siblings #furkids

Hello 2023.

The traditional focus on the new at this time of year isn't always ideal.

Continuity, familiarity and routine - at a gentle pace - are as valuable.

My family got back to a familiar festive routine after Covid/lockdowns forced a break..a gentle stroll along the seafront.

Here's a collaborative selfie by my sister Raana (I held the camera, she pressed the button).

Hope 2023 is kind and treats everyone well.

#family #newyear #siblings #sisters #learningdisability #fragilex

This final toot in my thread's public as I think it's important and a wider point about public interest journalism:

I couldn't write the kind of pieces in this thread without compassionate, supportive editors and - crucially - people sharing their time and stories, not easy when you're going through hell. That includes people/families who shape my reporting, but aren't always quoted.

End of thread!

#humanrights #learningdisability #autism #fragilex #siblings #inclusion #socialcare #diversity

This, on carers' rights, looked at the support gaps for family members - an under-reported issue. Siblings’ needs in particular are going unmet, a typically shortsighted approach from government.

#carers #siblings #learningdisability #downsyndrome #socialcare

https://bylinetimes.com/2022/10/12/who-will-care-for-the-carers-left-without-government-support/

I'm sharing some of my 2022 stories here...not to recreate the usual end of year round up on Twitter (I appreciate things are - happily - different here) but because they show what I cover and may help me connect with people who have the same interests.

Hope I've done it right - the first toot's public and the rest unlisted.

My first piece in 2022 was about why I chose to keep my mask on.

#humanrights #equality #disability #learningdisability #fragilex #siblings

https://www.independent.co.uk/voices/disabled-masks-covid-restrictions-plan-b-b1998541.html

Looking forward to seeing my sister Raana over Christmas. But while festivities can be fun, they can also be complex. Holidays are tricky for many people, families and carers, even before adding Covid or the cost of living crisis into the mix.

This from the charity Sibs is vital (full disclosure: I'm a trustee and chair the charity):

#siblings #autism #disability #carer #unpaidcarer

https://www.sibs.org.uk/support-for-adult-siblings/coping-with-festivities/

Some new faces here, so a quick intro again.

Hi!

I'm a journalist, author and editor.

My book Made Possible is influenced by my sister Raana (pictured!): an anthology on success, by people with learning disabilities, yep SUCCESS.

And I chair the v cool charity Sibs, helping people who've grown up with disabled brothers/sisters.

Interests: #LearningDisability #fragilex #autism #diversity #equality #inclusion #humanrights #healthinequality #carer #siblings

More: http://sabasalman.com

Sorry for the hashtag list... sharing to show what I'm interested in so like-minded people can find me here - and I can find them!

#learningdisability #humanrights #disabilityrights #autism #specialneeds #inclusion #neurodiversity #equality #healthinequality #socialcare #siblings #inclusivearts #inclusivedance #complexneeds #pmld #unpaidcarer #fragilex #intersectional

I'm a #freelance #journalist #author #editor and sibling to the v creative Raana (who you'll see in my cheery pinned pic).

RT @Sibs_uk@twitter.com

Am I a carer? Do I have to care for my brother or sister in future? Read our responses to these questions along with our top tips for adult sibling carers. #CarersRightsDay #siblings #siblingcarers https://www.sibs.org.uk/support-for-adult-siblings/adult-sibling-carers/

🐦🔗: https://twitter.com/Sibs_uk/status/1595707679573426177