I am Ruth S. Kettle-Frisby, an Engagement Officer, writer and disability-inclusive arts/theatre event producer who campaigns for environmental and disability justice. I am driven by making the arts and public policy more inclusive, and I regularly write reviews, articles and campaign materials to elevate marginalised voices. I also collaborate with charities, unions and community groups to push for systemic change, particularly in health, education and environmental equity. As a parent of a profoundly disabled daughter, I have a personal stake in socio-economic inequities affecting children and caregivers. I have led high-profile campaigns (including Zane’s Law and landfill remediation efforts), spoken at conferences and Parliament, and built cross-sector partnerships to advance disability rights, health justice and inclusive arts. I am deeply committed to applications of care-based philosophy in policy and practice, and I actively seek opportunities to amplify the voices of children with underlying health conditions and disabilities through creative and civic work.

Ruth S. Kettle-Frisby

I am Ruth S. Kettle-Frisby, an Engagement Officer, writer and disability-inclusive arts/theatre event producer who campaigns for environmental and disability justice. I am driven by making the arts and public policy more inclusive, and I regularly write reviews, articles and campaign materials to elevate marginalised voices. I also collaborate with charities, unions and community groups to push for systemic change, particularly in health, education and environmental equity. As a parent of a profoundly disabled daughter, I have a personal stake in socio-economic inequities affecting children and caregivers. I have led high-profile campaigns (including Zane’s Law and landfill remediation efforts), spoken at conferences and Parliament, and built cross-sector partnerships to advance disability rights, health justice and inclusive arts. I am deeply committed to applications of care-based philosophy in policy and practice, and I actively seek opportunities to amplify the voices of children with underlying health conditions and disabilities through creative and civic work.

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I am Ruth S. Kettle-Frisby, an Engagement Officer, writer and disability-inclusive arts/theatre event producer who campaigns for environmental and disability justice. I am driven by making the arts and public policy more inclusive, and I regularly write reviews, articles and campaign materials to elevate marginalised voices. I also collaborate with charities, unions and community groups to push for systemic change, particularly in health, education and environmental equity.

As a parent of a profoundly disabled daughter, I have a personal stake in socio-economic inequities affecting children and caregivers. I have led high-profile campaigns (including Zane’s Law and landfill remediation efforts), spoken at conferences and Parliament, and built cross-sector partnerships to advance disability rights, health justice and inclusive arts. I am deeply committed to applications of care-based philosophy in policy and practice, and I actively seek opportunities to amplify the voices of children with underlying health conditions and disabilities through creative and civic work.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Event Producer
April 1, 2026 - Present
Produced Centre Stage event in collaboration with Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch.
Engagement Officer at Clean Air, Asthma + Lung UK
July 28, 2025 - Present
Researching, writing and collating to curate an engaging informative monthly newsletter to increase awareness, build support, and work towards systemic change.
Freelance Arts Consultant
April 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025
Working towards meaningful inclusion in the arts locally, particularly for disabled people and towards environmental justice.
Subject Leader and Lecturer in A Level Philosophy and Religious Studies at Havering Sixth Form College
July 1, 2014 - August 31, 2019
Managed A Level Philosophy courses, external examiner, co-ordinated Aim Higher program to support East-end students into Oxbridge and Russell Group universities.
Regional Training Manager at MiHomecare
February 1, 2013 - September 1, 2013
Responsible for meeting the training needs of carers along the South Coast; safeguarding, data protection, Equality Act, Health & Safety, etc.
Business Manager at MiHomecare
December 1, 2012 - February 1, 2013
Managed all aspects of a large domiciliary care branch with around 100 carers and 200 service users; interest in training for carers.
Project Leader at Independent Living Group
October 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012
Managed three 2:1 24-hour services; established excellent relationships with Southampton Social Services; managed care planning and risk assessments.
Acting Deputy Manager at Independent Living Group
September 1, 2010 - January 31, 2011
Managed all aspects of a residential care home for adults with learning disabilities; oversaw transitions during refurbishment.
Team Leader / Senior Support Worker at ILG
September 1, 2009 - October 1, 2011
Led teams to meet the needs of residents with learning disabilities; care planning, medication audits, staff interviews/supervisions.
Learning Support Assistant at Hampshire Autistic Society, Osborne School
September 1, 2006 - June 30, 2008
Supported children and young adults on the autistic spectrum; used Makaton, PECS, SLT; led lessons in teacher absence; co-ordinated play skills.
Health Care Support Worker at NHS, Royal South Hants Hospital
July 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
1:1 patient support; bedside care, observations, and NHS documentation.

Education

PGCE FE Philosophy / Religious Studies / Critical Thinking at University of Southampton
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
BA (First Class Honours) in Philosophy at University of Southampton
October 1, 2002 - July 1, 2005
MA in Philosophy of Art at University of Southampton
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2026
GCSE Maths at Richard Taunton College
September 1, 2012 - June 1, 2013
AVCE/GNVQ (NVQ3 Equivalent) in Health & Social Care at Taunton's College
September 1, 1998 - June 1, 2001
A Level English Literature at Taunton's College
September 1, 1998 - June 1, 2001
A Level History of Art at Taunton's College
September 1, 1998 - June 1, 2001
GCSE English Language at Regents Park Girls' School
September 1, 1994 - June 1, 1998
GCSE English Literature at Regents Park Girls' School
September 1, 1994 - June 1, 1998
GCSE Art at Regents Park Girls' School
September 1, 1994 - June 1, 1998
GCSE History at Regents Park Girls' School
September 1, 1994 - June 1, 1998
GCSE Double Award Science at Regents Park Girls' School
September 1, 1994 - June 1, 1998
GCSE French at Regents Park Girls' School
September 1, 1994 - June 1, 1998
GCSE Graphic Products at Regents Park Girls' School
September 1, 1994 - June 1, 1998
ITC Word Processing & Spreadsheets at Regents Park Girls' School
September 1, 1994 - June 1, 1998

Qualifications

Level 4 Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)
February 25, 2013 - February 28, 2013
Teaching English as a Foreign Language (UK-TEFL)
September 7, 2013 - September 8, 2013

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Government