Claire Steel, a Project Researcher for United Response’s Disability Hate Crime research project spent time with Kevin Bennett.

Kevin is a passionate advocate for mental health, focusing on the psychological impact of disability hate crime on public transport. Through his work, he has supported individuals who have faced trauma, offering guidance and raising awareness about the emotional toll of such experiences. His dedication to advocacy ensures that affected individuals receive the support they need while pushing for broader societal change.

United Response has partnered with the Motability Foundation on a groundbreaking research project, focusing specifically on the lived experience of those disabled people who have been victims of disability hate crime on public transport. A team of disabled researchers has come together to create a first-of-its-kind survey to generate new insights into the issue.

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