Aine, who happens to have Down Syndrome (in case you didn’t check our Q and A!), is a writer of poetry, but also of screenplays and stories. She has also been an advocate for those who are disabled, and has spoken publicly in many places in support of what she calls here ‘her people.’

Here’s a poem–an elegant manifesto of what she’s all about.

The Writer

by Aine Rathwell

I am the writer of my dreams.

I create a whole world

So different to the real world.

I am a supporter

To my people

Who listen and stand up for themselves.

I believe in things

That others do not believe in.