Libby-Mae Ford , Newport, United Kingdom

I am a 24 year old living in Newport, South Wales. I am a huge mental health advocate and often talk about my experience with bulimia, trauma and borderline personality disorder. I am a 2nd year Psychology student that is currently crowdfunding to publish my first book as co-editor and writer which is a mental health anthology called Through the Hourglass. I also have my own small business on Etsy http://******.**) where I sell paintings and mental health and positivity products such as stickers, badges and postcards. I have written a novel which I am in the process of editing, in the past I have written blog posts about mental illness and I often use my instagram (@libbyfordxo) to talk about issues that matter to me. I am a very open minded person that loves to communicate and learn with others. I specifically love to write about mental health, being part of the LGBTQ+ community and about books and reading. My writing has been featured in a few small scale zines and my illustrations have have featured in the CONKER magazine. I am looking to gain more experience as a freelance writer and digital illustrator and I would love to get involved in public speaking.