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Sue and Dr Jen Blackwell BEM FRSA
@theblackwells.bsky.social
Spreading joy and impact of inclusion by inspiring #TheArtofthePossible. Leading the crusade for social change and equality of opportunity. International Thought Leader, Speaker, Writer #IntellectualDisabilities #SocialJustice
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We've done it! Completed our second atlantic crossing. It was so different from our first and in many ways opened our eyes again to the importance of #livinglife and being open to possibilities blackwells.biz/atlantic-cro...
#sailing #theartofthepossible
Atlantic crossing complete - blackwells.biz
27 January 2026 at 14:42:06 GMT Day 18 cont…………… Minimal winds through the day of around 21 knots. Wall to wall sunshine causing us to hide whenever possible. 1600 ‘Let’s get the bimini up. That shoul...
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January 29, 2026 at 4:54 PM
Only when inclusion is put at the heart of everything, will social equity be achieved. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AlvWv #inclusion #InclusionMatters #Thinkingdifferently
January 28, 2026 at 7:07 PM
King Charles gave me a British Empire Medal in 2023 for my services to disabled people and The University of Salford gave me an honorary degree in 2024 for my services to dance for all the work when I co-lead workshops for students. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AkXGQ
January 27, 2026 at 3:22 PM
I really do want to turn the world upside down and put inclusion at the heart of everything. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AkFOi #Thinkingdifferently #LifetimeAchievementAward #FemaleEntrepreneurs
January 26, 2026 at 10:11 AM
Embracing amazing joy of the experience of crossing the Atlantic on a yacht. We're making progress with challenges and new experiences every day... isn't that a metaphor for life? blackwells.biz/atlantic-cro... #livinglife #thinkingdifferently
Atlantic crossing days 7-10 - blackwells.biz
16 January 2026 at 10:15:19 GMT Day 7 continued The beautiful sunrise hailed a mixed bag of a day where cloud cover and strong winds prevailed. Lots of fun! I need to catch up on some shut eye, but fo...
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January 19, 2026 at 11:17 AM
We are on day 7 of our Atlantic adventure. Every day there is some new challenge to get us thinking differently about what we expected or experienced previously. Lessons for life!
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#lifelonglearning #sailing
Atlantic crossing Days 5-6 - blackwells.biz
14 January 2026 at 06:36:53 GMT Day 5 We were all wrapped up against the chilly night air last night but it was delightfully quiet in spite of a bobbly sea. Paul stood a good 1 hour watch on deck alon...
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January 15, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Labelling doesn't address needs, it simply puts people in boxes that they then spend a lifetime breaking out of. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AlvWv #inclusion #InclusionMatters #Thinkingdifferently
January 12, 2026 at 4:11 PM
Today is the day we cast off on our Atlantic adventure. This is the 2nd time Malcolm and I have crossed in our yacht. Our shore team will be sharing what they can here so you can follow our progress: blackwells.biz/category/atl... #sailing #livinglife
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Inclusion, Innovation & Leadership for everyone
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January 9, 2026 at 12:57 PM
Exclusion or Inclusion? �¸ https://lttr.ai/AmkTi #inclusion #InclusionMatters #Thinkingdifferently
January 7, 2026 at 7:50 PM
Jen has been blessed with good health, so our challenges have mostly been intellectually, socially and emotionally focused. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AfW6E #artofthepossible #Thinkingdifferently
January 5, 2026 at 6:10 PM
Only when inclusion is put at the heart of everything, will social equity be achieved. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AmkTj #inclusion #InclusionMatters #Thinkingdifferently
January 2, 2026 at 11:16 AM
All @dancesyndromeUK workshops are co-delivered by someone with a learning disability Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AjKZY #IntellectualDisability #TheArtofThePossible #Thinkingdifferently
January 1, 2026 at 4:39 PM
You’d be amazed at the impact people usually 'outside the system' can have when afforded the time of day!

Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/Ai1l9

#inclusionmatters #Thinkingdifferently #EmbraceInclusion
December 31, 2025 at 2:41 PM
When each of us belongs social equity will have been achieved. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AlvWv #inclusion #InclusionMatters #Thinkingdifferently
December 29, 2025 at 5:32 PM
There are a raft of possibilities to suit all individuals, but that dialogue will only come to fruition if carers and/or family involved go the extra mile & listen Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AmOcn #SocialCare #Thinkingdifferently #‘ServiceUsers
December 17, 2025 at 6:02 PM
15 years on and we’re helping more and more people to dance through our online and community Everybody Dance sessions.

Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/Al3np

#artofthepossible #DrJenBlackwellBEM #Thinkingdifferently
December 11, 2025 at 5:44 PM
I wouldn’t be who I am without @DanceSyndromeUK in my life - in Jen's own words.

Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/AkgoM

#learningdisability #inclusion #Thinkingdifferently
December 4, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Out of pure frustration we set up @DanceSyndromeUK, putting a call out locally for other dancers with and without learning disabilities to join Jen in what we called Dancer Search Days to dance, smile and talk through dance together. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AkXGQ
November 28, 2025 at 11:55 AM
There's a lot more to be done, and today I'm feeling more empowered and ready to make a difference in more people's lives through @dancesyndromeUK Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AkFOi #Thinkingdifferently #LifetimeAchievementAward #FemaleEntrepreneurs
November 26, 2025 at 4:24 PM
We have worked together, laughed together, sang together & faced life’s challenges together. I couldn't have a better teacher.

Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/AkXYS

#theartofthepossible #possibilities #Thinkingdifferently
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November 24, 2025 at 4:14 AM
Jen’s summer months – in her own words
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#learningdisability #inclusion #Thinkingdifferently
November 19, 2025 at 9:56 AM
SEND students bring unique talents and opportunities to all, and matter just as much as every other person. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AegCQ #inclusion #theartofthepossible #Thinkingdifferently
November 17, 2025 at 1:44 PM
My cousin's wedding - I got to sit in the front row at the ceremony and opposite them at the wedding breakfast! It was very special. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/Ake6L #learningdisability #inclusion #Thinkingdifferently
November 14, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Spreading my passion for dance far and wide is what I do best.

Read the full article: Jen’s summer months – in her own words
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#learningdisability #inclusion #Thinkingdifferently
November 13, 2025 at 11:31 AM
At @DanceSyndromeUK we’re growing a community that listens, nurtures, encourages and responds to the individual needs of diverse groups with and without disabilities.

Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/AkXYM

#WorldChangers #TransformingLives #Thinkingdifferently
November 12, 2025 at 7:32 PM