Ashley Stephen

Ashley Stephen is a dedicated advocate for disabled individuals, currently serving as a Policy, Public Affairs & Communications Officer at SafeLives since August 2022. As the Founder of Disabled Survivors Unite, Ashley has played a pivotal role in addressing domestic abuse and sexual violence against disabled people in the UK. Previous experience includes working as a domestic abuse policy officer at Stay Safe East, where Ashley focused on violence against Deaf and disabled women and girls, and roles as a Hate Crime Advocate and Research Interviewer. Additionally, Ashley has contributed to various organizations such as Ambitious about Autism and Scope, and has experience in screenwriting and transcription. This diverse background underlines Ashley's commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable communities through policy influence, public awareness, and advocacy initiatives.