Today, over 200 individuals with learning disabilities from the South West came to the University of Exeter for a day of fun activities.
Organised by Exeter students alongside MENCAP and the Exeter Gateway Centre, the Exeter Experience Day aimed to relieve the burdens of having a learning disability by providing a chance for individuals with a learning disability to relax and have fun.
Image credit: Abigail Chui
Volunteers organised a creative and varied schedule of workshops for the guests including arts and crafts, dance, sports and cupcake decoration. The day ended with a disco and raffle draw, the proceeds going towards the Exeter Gateway Centre.
MENCAP is a national UK charity that works in partnership with people with a learning difficulty. Calling themselves “the leading voice of learning disability”, they aim to support and value those affected by learning disabilities, as well as their families and carers.
The Exeter Gateway Centre is a local MENCAP centre where South West residents living with a learning disability can come together to socialise and engage in a variety of activities.
Amy Garner, Exeter Experience Day Project Manager, recently explained the importance of the event in Exeposé: “It is so important for the university to create links with local communities; we have the skills and vibrant ideas to really boost the profile of some charities and make a difference to the lives of some of our local individuals.”
Niklas Rahmel, an Exeter student volunteer taking photos for the event, told Exeposé: “It’s been a great day, lots of activities – great engagement by all the volunteers. Everyone’s having fun!”
Olivia Luder, Online Editor
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