Climate change is one of the greatest challenges to society globally, with an even bigger impact on the disability community., Here we list 10 disabled climate activists from around the world who are doing incredible things to help save the planet.
Support Dog Saves Life Of Autistic Boy
Support dog Elvis has rocked the world of Eli Wilson and his family – not only has the pooch brought comfort to the autistic youngster, but he saved his life.
Disabled Passengers Celebrate U-Turn On Train Ticket Office Closures In England
Disabled passengers & organisations are celebrating the government’s U-turn to close all train ticket offices in England.
Why Fireworks Are Triggering For People With Disabilities And Mental Health Problems
To highlight and raise awareness of the impact fireworks can have, we share how fireworks can affect people with disabilities and mental health problems.
Chris Packham Challenges His Autism With New Feel-Good Wildlife Show
Autistic presenter Chris Packham has responded to the BBC’s decision to axe the popular wildlife programme Autumnwatch by airing his own free-to-view online wildlife extravaganza 8 Out Of 10 Bats.
Callum Flynn: A Physically Disabled Cricketer Fulfilling His Sporting Dreams
We speak to disabled cricketer Callum Flynn about his battle with bone cancer, his passion for cricket and his sporting and fundraising successes so far.
Recruitment Begins For Disability Experts To Advise Government
The Government’s Disability Unit is recruiting disability experts in the North West and Yorkshire and the Humber to be chairs of its Regional Stakeholder Network.
11 TV Adverts Featuring Disabled People
Here, we share 11 TV adverts featuring disabled people, including Paralympians, broadcasters, actors and disability activists.
Are Sports Broadcasters Ableist Towards Disability Sports?
When people think of disability sports, most of them immediately think of the Paralympic Games. However, disability sport happens throughout the year, every year. But it isn’t noticed as much because it’s not widely broadcast. This has sparked the question – are sports broadcasters ableist? Our writer Emma Purcell analyses the current level of disability sports coverage and shares her thoughts on it.
Disability Cricket Is Gaining More Exposure On Sky Sports
The second season of the Disability Premier League (DPL) has been taking place over the past two weeks and the final is scheduled to be broadcast on Sky Sports on Wednesday 6th September, giving more exposure to disability cricket.