I co-founded WAVE because I am passionate about inclusion and know that what we do at WAVE helps people with and without learning disabilities to feel more valued in their community

I am involved with WAVE as I believe in the importance of inclusiveness and creating spaces where there is equality.

I've been involved with WAVE since 2018 when I was fortunate enough to work for the Wave Café team... I'd love to see every community take WAVE's We're All Valued Equally message to their heart and for us all to build a truly inclusive society.

After my son’s autism diagnosis, WAVE became a lifeline to me. I honestly wouldn’t have coped without them and feel honoured to be a trustee. I’m also a special needs school Governor.

I'm involved with WAVE because I love making change and to be who I am as a person not just with a (l)able of down syndrome, also to inspire everyone.

I love working at WAVE – being part of a great team that lives the with not for ethos, and comes alongside anyone who wants a helping hand to do that.

I’m involved with WAVE because…

I want to see communities change and everyone be valued equally

My reason for being involved in WAVE is that I am high functioning autistic and have a passion for inclusion within the charity sector. I have worked and volunteered in the sector since 2006 and completed my degree in Applied Community and Social Studies.

Having spent my career helping organisations build inclusive cultures, WAVE's 'with, not for' ethos resonates deeply with me. I'm proud to support a charity that strives to make genuine positive change and where We're All Valued Equally isn't just a name — it's how they show up every day.

I’m involved with WAVE Café and like working in the kitchen and doing different activities

I'm really excited to be working with WAVE, creating a movement where we are all valued equally and we're walking this journey together ("with, not for").

I'm really pleased to be involved with WAVE as I believe we can help create great, inclusive environments for all

I’m so pleased to be involved because I hope for my daughters to grow up in a community where friendships aren’t limited by labels, and everyone is treated as an equal

I co-founded WAVE as I am passionate about breaking down barriers for people with and without learning disabilities

I am an Ambassador for WAVE because the idea of "with, not for" approach is the way to go!

I’m very happy to have the chance to work within and feel part of a positive, supportive, and values-led team. Everyone involved in Wave for Change genuinely wants to work with people of all abilities to create truly inclusive spaces and change attitudes.

I never know what WAVE will create or make happen but I know it will make me smile.



I just love being around people who are completely open and real

I can use my skills with a great charity making real change in communitites

WAVE is very special to me. People like myself with a learning disability can help others. Everybody’s always got something to give.

I passionately believe that mixed ability groups make all our lives better. WAVE is an inspirational way to develop such groups.