Emily Griffiths

She/Her
Multi-award winning Founder and CEO, campaigner and writer. Social Entrepreneur

Emily is a multi-award winning social entrepreneur, founder and CEO. Emily campaigns for healthcare services improvements for those with chronic health conditions, disabled people and women’s health. Emily has written multiple articles: TheFemaleLead, BritishGlamour, Channel Kindness and featured in many more. Emily has been involved in multiple human rights meetings and discussions at the United Nations. Emily has worked for meaningful changes with the Welsh Government and UK Government ensuring that disabled people have equal opportunities living in the UK in healthcare, workplaces and education as well as public spaces. This year Emily was recognised for her work by the BigIssue 100 change-makers and as a RisingStar2024 award winner. Emily remains dedicated to her work and creating meaningful changes that positively impact those facing inequality on a daily basis. Emily works closely through a collaborative approach with her social platform/organisation – ForTheWomenUK.

Being included in the Disability Power 100 means a huge amount to me as I’m recognised alongside some of the most remarkable disabled advocates in the UK. A list like this gives us a platform for change showcasing the work we do as disabled people.

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Emily Griffiths

Areas of expertise

Community, Disability Advocacy, Education, Equality, Health and wellbeing, Law, Politics

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