Introduction

Hi, my name's Katy Robinson and I am a community volunteer inn the field of equality and diversity in the tameside / greater manchester area.

I first got involved with equality and diveristy issues in 2006 upon after leaving my last employment. I became interested in this due to my own disabilities and a general lack of information / access to access and networking.

To date, I am currently involved in a lot of voluntary groups in the tamside / Greater Manchester area in this area which are too numerous to mention but include the Tameside and Glossop PCT, Consumer Advisory Panel and tameside Hospital Disability Working Group to name but three.

I am newly qualified in Managing Equality and Diversity in a organisation ILM (level 4) and also have certificates in advocacy training. I also have business studies qualifications and a 20 year background in administtration and Law.

The point behind this blog is to share related  information within the community, queries and offer advice - any isses that may effect up and coming legislative changes in respect of Disability Benefits wherever I can assist.