Welcome to Growing Hope Conversations Podcast. 

In this week’s podcast we’re thrilled to be joined by Carrie Grant MBE. Carrie is a parent of four children with special educational needs, TV presenter, vocal coach, leadership coach, ordained minister and campaigner for families with SEND.

This week is Part 1 of Bambi’s conversation with Carrie. Carrie reflects on raising four children (three birth, one adopted), navigating misdiagnoses, battling stigma within schools and churches, and fostering an inclusive church community that centre marginalised voices.

This is a podcast from Growing Hope, a charity offering free therapy for children and young people with additional needs, and support for their families. Join our host, Bambi French, as she welcomes guests who’ve been there - sharing real stories, honest struggles, and how churches can truly make a difference.

00:00 Introduction to the podcast

00:22 Introduction to Carrie Grant

02:11 Navigating the World of Special Educational Needs

05:36 The Intersection of Faith and Special Needs

08:52 Challenging Norms in Faith Communities

14:27 Creating Inclusive Spaces for Marginalised Families

17:37 Understanding Healing and Disability in Faith

23:05 Redefining Needs and Neurodiversity

24:37 Part 2 Coming Next Week

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