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Improving lives, inspiring change. Action for M.E. Dorset Support Group AGM Tori Jones , Advocacy Co-ordinator Sam Bromiley , Policy and Engagement Officer. @actionforme. www.actionforme.org.uk. Advocacy from Action for M.E. Tori Jones, Advocacy Co-ordinator. @actionforme.
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Improving lives, inspiring change Action for M.E. Dorset Support Group AGM Tori Jones, Advocacy Co-ordinator Sam Bromiley, Policy and Engagement Officer @actionforme www.actionforme.org.uk
Advocacy from Action for M.E. Tori Jones, Advocacy Co-ordinator @actionforme www.actionforme.org.uk
We support people with M.E. to make informed decisions and feel less isolated
We increase knowledge among professionals, policy-makers and the public
We drive new collaborations to increase interest and investment in M.E. research
Improving lives, inspiring change Action for M.E. Dorset Support Group AGM Tori Jones, Advocacy Co-ordinator Sam Bromiley, Policy and Engagement Officer @actionforme www.actionforme.org.uk
A campaign for change Sam Bromiley, Policy and Engagement Officer @actionforme www.actionforme.org.uk
81% said the awareness of school staff of medical needs was a big challenge they face 31% said their school had voiced concerns about the validity of their condition 54% Said they want to complain to the school but have not because they are worried about a negative reaction from the school