Neurodiversity UK event held in Comber
Strangford MP Jim Shannon has thanked Lesley Neill, Chair of Northern Ireland chapter of Neurodiversity UK for the event held on Friday 20th March in Comber.
Jim Shannon MP has said: “I was delighted to be invited to Neuro-inclusive Allies Celebratory Event.
“This programme was delivered with the support of The Executive Office, The Change Trust, and Ards and North Down Council, and focused on engaging young neuro-divergent men and women in the movement to End Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG).
“This was an initiative that was part of the Power to Change programme. The event was designed to reflect on what we’ve learned, and to celebrate the commitment of everyone involved.”
Mr Shannon added: “It was great to be at the event and to get an understanding of the work that has been going on for some time now and which is starting to make changes in how we can improve and bring an end to violence.
“My sincere thanks to Lesley and the team for all of their hard work and for the great information shared today.”
Speaking at today’s end of programme event, Neurodiversity UK’s Chair, Lesley Neill recognised the role all of have in bringing an end to violence against women and girls.
She said: “Ending violence against women and girls is not the responsibility of a few, but a collective duty shared by all of us across society.
“Through our Neuro-Inclusive Allies for Change project, we have seen the power of understanding, inclusion and education in challenging harmful behaviours and attitudes.
“With the valued support of Ards & North Down Council, The Executive Office and the Local Change Fund, we have taken important step, but there is more to do. Each of us has an obligation to act, to speak out, and to help break the cycle for good.”
(l-r) Nick Mathison MLA, Jim, Lesley Neill chair of the charity, Michelle McIlveen MLA and Cllr Richard Smart.
