Hannah Owen
My Story
Hello! Let me introduce myself. I am Hannah an East London SEN teacher. I work in a school for children with complex and multiple needs which is such a fun, challenging, inspiring, exciting job (made a little bit more difficult due to Covid but we still have lots of fun!).
I have had the priviledge of working with Soundabout through my job. They have supported us with our Instagram assesmblies and have run virtual music sessions for some classes. Throughout 2020 they worked tirelessly to provide online sessions for individuals who were staying home to stay safe.
Soundabout and I share the belief that everybody has a voice. Soundabout believes that people with complex and multiple disabilities should have a life full of expression, passion and enjoyment. They use music to enable people with learning disabilities to express themselves, connect with others, and feel the warmth of music. They also run amazing training programmes to support others. Their music sessions bring those with learning disabilties or additional needs together with their families and carers to take part in music-making such as through their inclusive and virtual choir to their workshops.
But music is just the start; they want to help develop a sense of belonging, and confidence for people to take through life, as we all deserve to live in a community without barriers. I think you'll agree, the vision of Soundabout, is something we can all get on board with.
So, from 1st January 2021 to March 31st 2021 I will be moving 600km and raising £600 to support their work. If you are able to donate myself, and soundabout, would really appreciate it. You can also follow me on instagram @hannahmovesabout to keep up to date on how I'm doing and perhaps send me some words of encouragement!
Thank you!
