A Smooth Path

Amy’s relationship to place is unique but not unheard of. Due to a trauma at birth, Amy was born with cerebral palsy, a neurological condition that affects her ability to control her muscles, namely those in her legs. From a young age, Amy has used a wheelchair as her main mode of day-to-day transportation. She is currently studying out of home at UOW, soon to major in politics. Although her lifestyle is an independent one, there are still difficulties in relating the Wollongong through a wheelchair. Amy enlightens us on those daily challenges that many wouldn’t consider otherwise.