I am from a white working class background and I have a BA hons in costume for performance from UAL. I am currently the specialist technician in costume for performance at London College of Fashion and I work with the BA and MA courses. I am an abled bodied woman and was diagnosed with learning difference in 2007. I have experience in applying for ISAs and DSA within UAL as I have applied for these as a student myself, and I recognise that I have a bias here. My learning difference also gives me insight on being a disabled student within UAL and how important inclusive learning environments are for students to flourish.