Sonali Shah – författare

This is the first book to explore the interplay of disability, gender and violence over the life course from researcher, practitioner and survivor perspectives. It gives due weight to the accounts of disabled children and adults who have survived institutional or individual violence, evidencing barriers to recognition, disclosure and reporting.Written by disabled and non-disabled women from around the world, Disability, Gender and Violence over the Life Course addresses the dearth of voices and experiences of disabled women and girls in empirical research, policy and practice on issues of violence, victimisation, protection, support and prevention. Divided into three parts – Childhood, Adulthood and Older Life – this collection offers diverse perspectives on the intersectionality of disability, age, ethnicity, sexuality and violence that have hitherto been absent. This book will be an invaluable resource for students and practitioners of multiple fields of practice and academic studies, including health and social care, nursing, social work, childhood studies, gender studies, disability studies, safeguarding and child protection, equality and human rights, sociology and criminology.

Peek into the magic of Diwali in this heart-warming picturebook about Diwali, siblings and how very special this celebrationcan be.This year, Ariana has plans to make Diwali an extra special celebration,with yummy sweets, divas around the house, pretty clothes,fireworks and... the rangoli competition, of course."This year, I am DEFINITELY going to win the rangoli competition."Everything would go perfectly to plan if it weren't for Rafi,her annoying little brother, always up to mischief...and always beingclumsy! Will he ruin Diwali too?  Includes a non-fiction spread at the back about Diwali and howit is celebrated around the world and in different religionsTouches on what it's like to be a big sister or brother, theannoying parts and the extra special partsWritten by Sonali Shah, ambassador for the British Asian Trustand BBC broadcasterBright and rich colours on every page truly bring the magic ofDiwali to life "Blazing with intricate whorls of colour, full of mouthwateringfood and best-clothes excitement, this giddily sweet story...is a gorgeous celebration of the festival of lights." - The Guardian

Peek into the magic of Diwali in this heart-warming boardbook about Diwali, siblings and how very special this celebrationcan be.This year, Ariana has plans to make Diwali an extra special celebration,with yummy sweets, divas around the house, pretty clothes,fireworks and... the rangoli competition, of course."This year, I am DEFINITELY going to win the rangoli competition."Everything would go perfectly to plan if it weren't for Rafi,her annoying little brother, always up to mischief...and always beingclumsy! Will he ruin Diwali too?  A beautifully illustrated board book that introduces little onesto Diwali!Includes a non-fiction spread at the back about Diwali and howit is celebrated around the world and in different religionsTouches on what it's like to be a big sister or brother, theannoying parts and the extra special partsWritten by Sonali Shah, ambassador for the British Asian Trustand BBC broadcasterBright and rich colours on every page truly bring the magic ofDiwali to life "Blazing with intricate whorls of colour, full of mouthwateringfood and best-clothes excitement, this giddily sweet story...is a gorgeous celebration of the festival of lights." - The Guardian

Recent policies and government initiatives in many Western countries have strengthened the expectation that young disabled people have the right to be involved in decisions affecting their futures. Many of the choices that are currently taken out of young disabled people’s hands, including those relating to education and future employment, are now being viewed as an opportunity to encourage participation in the decision making process. Sonali Shah uses a comparative study of young disabled students within mainstream and special education to determine the influence these recent policies will have on the realization of their long term goals. Young Disabled People: Aspirations, Choices and Constraints will be essential reading for academics in the fields of education, disability studies and employment policy. It will also be valuable to policy makers and teaching and careers professionals.

This is the first book to explore the interplay of disability, gender and violence over the life course from researcher, practitioner and survivor perspectives. It gives due weight to the accounts of disabled children and adults who have survived institutional or individual violence, evidencing barriers to recognition, disclosure and reporting.Written by disabled and non-disabled women from around the world, Disability, Gender and Violence over the Life Course addresses the dearth of voices and experiences of disabled women and girls in empirical research, policy and practice on issues of violence, victimisation, protection, support and prevention. Divided into three parts – Childhood, Adulthood and Older Life – this collection offers diverse perspectives on the intersectionality of disability, age, ethnicity, sexuality and violence that have hitherto been absent. This book will be an invaluable resource for students and practitioners of multiple fields of practice and academic studies, including health and social care, nursing, social work, childhood studies, gender studies, disability studies, safeguarding and child protection, equality and human rights, sociology and criminology.

"Recipe-packed. There is so much I'm eager to add to my repertoire" - Nigella LawsonNeed an easy contribution for a picnic with friends? Dip it.Want stunning small plates for impressive entertaining? Dip it.Craving a quick and delicious snack to tide you over until dinner? Dip it. Dip it real good.There is no mood or occasion that can't be improved by a dip, and Dip In is here to show you how to make the most of this scrumptious and versatile dish.A delicious dip can be made using affordable ingredients and store cupboard staples. Blend some avocados with fresh herbs, jalapeños and limes and suddenly you're an Avocado Green Goddess. Raid your refrigerator for feta, yoghurt and tomatoes to whiz up Whipped Feta & Burned Tomatoes and you're in dipping heaven.Dip In has 80 dip-a-licious recipes, including 10 sweet dessert dips.

Combining critical policy analysis with biographical accounts, this book provides a socio-historical account of the changing treatment of disabled people in Britain from the 1940s to the present day. It asks whether life has really changed for disabled people and shows the value of using biographical methods in new and critical ways to examine social and historical change over time.