Tag Archives: The Thalidomide Trust

Billy seeks a path to redemption after his 20-year prison hell

A thalidomide survivor has been released from prison in the Philippines after serving nearly 20 years, thanks to a campaign led by a disabled activist and fellow survivor.
Billy Burton spoke this week to Disability News Service (DNS) of his daily struggle to survive in prison and his determination to now “redeem” himself for the crime [...]