Oxford Down's syndrome activist named inclusion ambassador

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 24 Oct, 13:02 · Archive

Angela Bettoni, a 25-year-old performer and writer born in Oxford, has been appointed as an inclusion ambassador by Thomas Franks catering company.

Angela Bettoni, a 25-year-old performer and writer born in Oxford and now based in Malta, has been appointed as an inclusion ambassador for disability inclusion by Thomas Franks, a family-owned catering company. She will work closely with teams to support training programmes and partner with clients to champion inclusive practice.

Ms Bettoni said: 'No assumptions, please. That's always been my favourite phrase, whether I'm on stage, writing, or meeting new people. Inclusion is only the beginning. I want to make sure every person at Thomas Franks, and everyone they work with, feels like they genuinely belong.'

Blain Shepherd, chief executive officer at Thomas Franks, said: 'Angela brings perspective and energy to this role that will genuinely shape how we think about inclusion, not just as a policy but as something lived out across every one of our locations.' The appointment supports Thomas Franks' commitment to creating 200 jobs through a global inclusive employment programme.

How it is being reported

• Oxford-born Down’s syndrome activist named inclusion ambassadorAngela Bettoni is a 25-year-old performer and writer born in Oxford and now based in Malta.Oxford Mail · 24 Oct, 12:30
• Oxford-born Down’s syndrome activist named inclusion ambassadorAngela Bettoni is a 25-year-old performer and writer born in Oxford and now based in Malta.Oxfordshire Guardian · 24 Oct, 12:30

In this story: Angela Bettoni · Thomas Franks · Blain Shepherd · Victoria Freeman · Oxford · Malta

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