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Day one of 2017 Dyslexia Awareness week 2nd – 8th October 2017
Introducing my first local inspirational dyslexic…
Name: Becci Dickens (on the left in the photo!)
Age (optional): 39
Job Title or Business name:Â Admin Support Officer Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service
A brief description of your job role: Supplying administration support to the Area Managers and other departments
Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire, UK
When did you find out you were dyslexic & how old were you? I attended an event for college and did a checklist and handed it into my E&D workplace, I was 37
How did you feel when you found out you were dyslexic? Relieved I was no longer ‘just thick’
What difference has finding out, made to your life? I am able to deal with things better
What have you gone on to achieve since being diagnosed? I’m currently doing a master’s degree in business management
What advice would you offer to other dyslexics? Get help, do not feel ashamed
What do you do to relax/hobbies? Swim, Knitting, Crochet, My Dogs
Your website & business contact details: https://www.shropshirefire.gov.uk/
 To see the SFRS Dyslexia Film click this link: SFRS Dyslexia Film
Anything you want to add? Would like to thank my workplace for their continued support and Eli for her guidance and support and my family for their encouragement and support.
Big thanks to Becci for taking the time to do this for us! Keep up the great work Becci!
Follow your dreams and never give up!
