Wigan & Leigh People First

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Wigan and Leigh People First?What is Wigan & Leigh People First?
A: Wigan and Leigh People First is an independent user led self advocacy charity for people with learning disabilities. We listen to what members have to say and campaign about the things that are important to them.


Speaking UpQ: What does self advocacy mean?
A: Self Advocacy is about speaking up for ourselves. It is important, people with learning disabilities should be listened to.

Having a MeetingQ: How often do your members meet?
A: We have a weekly meeting that is open to any of our members. At the meetings we talk about any issues that are important to our members.

Start and Finish TimesQ: When do the meetings take place?
A: The meetings are on Tuesdays from 10 o'clock in the morning until 4 o'clock in the afternoon. It costs just £2 to attend.

Self Advocate ParliamentQ: What is the Self Advocate Parliament?
A: The Self Advocate Parliament is another way to make sure people have a voice. Sadly we don’t have enough money at the moment to keep running the Self Advocate Parliament Meetings. We are trying our hardest to get more money and we hope to restart the Parliament later this year. Click here for further information.