The contribution of Nasa Begum to the disabled people's movement and social care field

Abstract

PurposeThis paper aims to detail the work of Nasa Begum in the disabled people's movement in the UK.Design/methodology/approachThe paper provides information on Nasa's background and her work as a social worker, researcher and activist in the disability movement.FindingsNasa was a black disabled woman who used mental health services. This paper focuses particularly on how she brought the perspectives of black disabled people to the disabled people's movement and the health and social care field.Originality/valueThe paper demonstrates that Nasa has left a clear legacy of principles that show how things can and should be done when policy makers and service providers want to work in an inclusive way.