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Led by
Inclusion

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Authentic learning disability and autism training

and services, 

by people who’ve lived it

At the heart of our work is a simple but powerful principle: lived experience leads the way!

 

Our autism and learning disability training, along with our Easy Read services, are uniquely crafted and delivered by experts who truly understand — because they’ve lived it.

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Our Team have been the core people leading the way with Oliver McGowan Training across Dorset.       We can offer all aspects of Oliver McGowan Training.​

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If you are after something specific for your needs, look no further. We can offer everything from short awareness sessions to full days of training - all bespoke for you and your team.

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We can transform your information into a fully accessible Easy Read resource.​​

Our training isn’t just ordinary training; it’s a transformative experience that brings authenticity, empathy, and deep insight into every session and resource. Whether you're looking to build inclusive practices, improve accessibility, or foster genuine understanding, our services offer real-world expertise that makes a lasting impact.

People First Forum

Our Team are experts from the charity People First Forum. 

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People First Forum are small but mighty. They are dynamic and well thought of in Dorset for giving a voice to people with learning disabilities.

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WHAT PEOPLE SAY

Participant, 2026

"My nephew is an autistic person and your words ring very true with me.  It has taken time & experience to learn how to support him in the best way. We would really have benefitted from talking to someone like you as he was growing up.

​​Thank you very much for your involvement in this training, it really makes a difference."

Laura White

Delivery Lead Adults Transformation​,

Dorset Council

"People First have been at the forefront of delivering Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training across Dorset since the beginning of the national NHS England rollout. They are committed to providing high‑quality training that equips health and care staff with the confidence, understanding and practical skills needed to offer truly person‑centred support to people with a learning disability and autistic people. Their training is led and shaped by lived experience, aligning strongly with their organisational vision and ensuring it creates meaningful, lasting change across health and social care."

Participants, 2026

"The best training I have attended by far! Having speakers that are experts with lived experience is what all training sessions should strive for. Thank you all!!"

 

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"Thank you to all of the experts by experience, you were fantastic at showing us how your world is different and making sure we understand what we need to do better."

Address:

Led by Inclusion

People First Forum
Rossmore Leisure Centre

Herbert Avenue

Poole

Dorset

BH12 4HR

© 2026 by People First Forum. 

Phone number:

01202 051014

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Charity number:

1178213

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