New inquiry seeks to understand and improve support for dyspraxic people in the UK
The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Dyspraxia has today (03.08.20) launched an inquiry into the experiences of people with dyspraxia in a bid to ensure that all those with the condition are better supported in society.
The group, which is supported by the Dyspraxia Foundation and Whole School SEND, brings together parliamentarians, individuals and organisations to raise awareness on issues surrounding dyspraxia and other neurodivergent conditions.
The inquiry will seek to explore how COVID-19 has affected dyspraxic people, their contribution to the economy and the role that public services have to play in ensuring that children, young people and adults with this condition have a more inclusive experience.
To help inform the next steps that are needed to better support people with dyspraxia to succeed, and to outline a robust set of recommendations to Ministers, the inquiry is seeking the views of:
- people with lived experience of dyspraxia - including children, adults and families
- research professionals
- health professionals such as occupational therapists
- educational professionals and bodies
- employers
- third sector organisations and voluntary groups
- public sector organisations, including local authorities and Government departments.
The APPG on Dyspraxia are keen for submissions to take a range of approaches, including personal accounts, case studies of successful approaches, and research and statistics on the issue. The findings will be analysed by the Group, collected into key themes and used to drive positive change.
Anne Heavey, Director for Whole School SEND, said: “We are delighted to support this call for evidence. The submissions will provide valuable insights into how the education system can be improved to ensure that every dyspraxic person gets the opportunities and support that they need to reach their potential and achieve their ambitions.”
The deadline to submit evidence as part of this inquiry is 17:00 on Friday 28 August. If you have evidence to submit, please send it to: info@wholeschoolsend.com To find out more about the inquiry, please visit the APPG’s website: https://dyspraxiafoundation.org.uk/appg/
If you wish to submit evidence in a different format for accessibility reasons, please contact annabelb@nasen.org.uk and all reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate your request.
