Take a look at how research led by Jo Van Herwegen developed into evidence-based support materials for parents and teachers of children with Williams Syndrome.

To support children with Williams Syndrome (WS), @UCL research led by Jo Van Herwegen (@UCL_IOE_PHD) with Williams Syndrome UK worked to develop evidence-based support materials for parents and teachers.

Read in IOE Impact Stories: bit.ly/3TpjqAm

Well done H! 👏👏

We are half way through #WilliamsSyndrome Awareness Month and we have been blown away by the amount of recognition WS is having across the globe! Thank you to @matbaynton (uncle to Cathal, who has WS) for once again showing his support ❤
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It's #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek This week we will be talking about siblings of disabled people and how we can better support #sibling wellbeing. For adult siblings, check out our free eBook on self-care - you can download it here. sibs.org.uk/support-for-ad…

Thank you so much to our wonderful Patrons Eliza Morton and Peter Davison for helping to raise awareness of #WilliamsSyndrome for #WSAwarenessMonth ! ❤️ #thedoctor
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Here are 3 facts about strategies for WS!
Click here to see our co produced educational support book, 'My Own Williams Learning', by Fionnuala Tynan & Jo Van Herwegen : shorturl.at/yKNWX or scan the QR code.
Can you think of any 3 facts about WS?
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Here are 3 facts regarding learning in WS!
Click here to see more about the guidelines for Educators by Fionnuala Tynan, Hyelin Kye & Jo Van Herwegen : shorturl.at/jTU67 or scan the QR code.
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Here are 3 facts regarding mathematical abilities & WS!
Look here for our blogs on suggestions for support: shorturl.at/cwzSU
Click here to see our review paper by Jo Van Herwegen & Victoria Simms : shorturl.at/kIPW8 or scan the QR code.
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Its Williams Syndrome Awareness Month!
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Here are 3 facts regarding EHCP and WS.
Click here to see our EHCP guidance resource: shorturl.at/mqtxJ or scan the QR code.
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A good time to remind everyone that May is William’s Syndrome month. So proud of our niece Molly for talking about her journey in front of 175 senior SEND and Inclusion professionals! Thank you Confederation of School Trusts for giving her this opportunity.Williams Syndrome UK

Amazing, well done Molly! 👏

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we've had to cancel the Regional Roadshow in York on the 18th May. We received notification that the venue is closing for an unforeseen refurbishment. Thank you to everyone who showed their interest and we are sorry for any inconvenience caused.

From 24-28 June, we’re on a mission to celebrate small charities by shining a spotlight on the incredible work they do.

If you have an inspiring story to tell, please email us at [email protected].

Williams Syndrome (WS) affects around one in 18,000 people in the UK.

Research from Jo Van Herwegen of UCL IOE Psychology and Human Development, with Williams Syndrome UK sought to improve support for children with WS by influencing policy and practice.

What a wonderful moment captured on a special day ❤️

Williams Syndrome UK teachingtimes.com/should-we-know… 1 in 18,000 boys and girls. Good social skills, verbal comms and short term memory; struggles with visual and spatial awareness. Dr Catherine Knowles offers advice to schools on how to support these learners.

Thank you Cerebra Network for Neurodevelopmental Disorders! ❤️

Happy #WilliamsSyndrome awareness month Eva!❤️

May is Williams Syndrome Awareness month, an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of WS people across the country who do remarkable things, despite the barriers they face.
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