Steering Committee
The Steering Committee was established at the end of 2023 following the Chairperson’s completion of a two-year governance course with Access All Areas. Its primary purpose is to provide a voice to the members of our drama groups and provide a platform for gathering feedback on Square Pegs as a whole. Chaired by Lotus, the committee ensures that the voices and opinions of the committee are heard and valued. Feedback and decision making is collected and relayed to the Artistic Director and the Trustees, enabling them to make informed decisions that reflect the collective input of the group. This structure promotes inclusive decision-making and supports the ongoing growth and improvement of Square Pegs.
Meet the Chairperson
Hello, I am Lotous. A disabled artist. I chair the Steering Committee, thanks to the Leadership Programme.
And now let’s speak about the elephant in the room. Disabled people in leadership roles? Is that even possible?
Well, I am here to answer that question for you, and I am not alone. We are not here to raise awareness and then keep silent. We are here to stay and keep sharing awareness and skills. Disabled people have been excluded from leadership roles,even from education, for thousands of years.
The change can begin with us.
Most of us that identify as disabled have experienced at least discouragement in any attempts to apply or even dream of leadership positions. We are taught to follow, not to lead. This past year has been really transformational for me regarding my ideas on Leadership.
I met disabled people that have really led successful projects and companies that have trusted parts of their funding to them. And I have seen that they haven’t disappointed. They have delivered. With creativity, innovation, and hard work brought the value for money of the funds given for them. This is revolutionary. The idea that disabled people, given the safety and trust they need, that they… we, can be given leadership roles sounds to me as amazing as walking on the Moon
