Books and information

Assert Yourself!
A training video and book for people with learning disabilities

This is Jane - using the book you can follow Jane's day.

Some people with learning disabilities looked at the video. One of the things they said was:
"We think that the film helps to show the abilities of people with learning difficulties - the acting is very good! It can be used to show parents, carers and other people with learning difficulties how talented some of us are."

You can order the video and book from VOICE UK, the cost is £25

Supporting Best Evidence is a guide for supporters of people with learning disabilities who are witnesses in the criminal justice system.

The Youth Justice and Criminal Evidence Act, 1999 reflected a major change in social and political attitudes towards people with disabilities and other vulnerable witnesses.

"I found the document easy to read and I am sure care staff will find it a useful resource."
Projects and Services Manager

"The guidance offers practical support and I am sure it will provide an understanding and confidence in dealing with the issues".

Detective Inspector

Behind Closed Doors - This report, published in September 2001, was written in partnership with Respond and Mencap. The report was in response to a growing concern that people with learning disabilities who have been abused do not receive equal and just treatment within the legal system. Few cases reach court and even fewer result in a conviction.

Stop! No More Abuse - this is a booklet for people with learning disabilities to read alone or with a supporter.

It helps people recognise the various kinds of abuse (for example sexual, emotional, financial and physical abuse) adults with learning disabilities may encounter in their daily life.

The book encourages people to speak up about abuse.

Revised edition Spring 2003 - cost £5

Books Beyond Words - this series of picture books have been developed to make communication for people with learning disabilities easier. A supporting text is provided at the back of each book giving an interpretation about what is happening in each picture. VOICE UK have been involved in the production of several of the books in the series.

Series jointly published by St George's Hospital Medical School and the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Books cost £10, leaflets available from VOICE UK. Order online at www.rcpsych.ac.uk/publications