

Sarah Eley
FOUNDER & COORDINATOR

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Where are you from?
Derby.
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Why did you choose to volunteer at Borderline Arts?
I thought I ought to since I set it up. No, on a serious note, I'd experienced so much stigma for having BPD and I wanted to try to make a positive change to help people understand and feel more understood.
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What is your role in Borderline Arts?
Founder and coordinator.
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What is your occupation outside Borderline Arts?
Currently I'm not working, but past work includes (amongst other things) buying a didgeridoo from Australia for the Mayor of Durban, running art activities for kids in India, data analysis for the NHS, and admin work.
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How long have you volunteered with Borderline Arts?
Since the beginning (2013)!
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What is your favourite colour?
Ohhhh, there's too many colours to choose from! I like bright colours!
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What’s one of your favourite places in the world?
I have to say, I did love India... but I love any warm holiday destination! And my bed!
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What is one of your favourite quotes?
"It is our choices, Harry, that show us who we truly are, far more than our abilities." (Albus Dumbledore)
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Do you have any phobias?
Heights.
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Marmite: love it or hate it?
Hate it.
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An interesting (or weird) fact about you?
I collect Lego, and use the figures in my photography! I also have a lopsided ribcage, and my cat sits on my shoulder when I clean my teeth.
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Do you have any pets?
Yes, I have two cats.
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Introvert or Extrovert?
Introvert.