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Aideen Blackborough

I have Cerebral Palsy but it doesn't have me!
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Guest Speaker for Schools | Disability Awareness & Inclusion Assemblies

Inspiring talks and assemblies that change perspectives

I’m Aideen Blackborough, a disability trainer, speaker and wheelchair user with lived experience of cerebral palsy. As a guest speaker for schools, I deliver engaging assemblies and workshops that bring disability awareness and inclusion to life.

My sessions are honest, relatable and impactful – helping pupils and staff to build empathy, challenge stigma and create more inclusive school communities.

Why book a guest speaker for your school?

Inviting an external speaker adds something unique and memorable to the school day. My talks:

  • Share real-life experiences that pupils remember long after the session
  • Provides a fresh perspective that supports PSHE, enrichment days and whole-school values
  • Encourage empathy, understanding and respect for difference
  • Link to the Equality Act 2010 and wider inclusion aims

School talks and assemblies I offer

I tailor each session to suit your setting, pupil age group and learning objectives:

  • Primary School Assemblies – Fun, interactive and age appropriate talks introducing disability awareness and inclusion.
  • Secondary School Assemblies – Honest, impactful sessions exploring barriers, attitudes and how young people can drive change
  • Mentoring for SEND Pupils – 1:1 or small groups, support to build confidence, resilience and belonging
  • Disability Awareness Talks & Workshops – Interactive sessions for pupils or staff on disability, equality and inclusion.
  • Inspirational School Speaker – Motivational talks about overcoming challenges and thriving with a disability

What Schools Say

Aideen’s visit has really generated some authentic learning about disability, discrimination, the need for kindness and empathy and the importance of finding ways to include everybody. We would highly recommend her to other schools.”
– Hanover Primary School, Headteacher

Booking a School Speaker

I work with primary schools, secondary schools and SEND provisions across the UK. Sessions can be booked as assemblies, enrichment activities, workshops or staff training.

Contact Aideen today to discuss your school’s needs and book a guest speaker for your next assembly or event.