This is a book review of Everyday Citizenship, which is part story, part guide, written by and for people with learning disabilities who want to be the authors of their own choices in a world that denies them their autonomy.
Theme Park Super Fan Launches Access Card Ambassador Team
Eighteen-year-old Iona Wilkinson, a self-confessed theme park superfan, has become the first disabled person to be officially recognised as an ambassador for the Access Card scheme.
10 Disabled Climate Activists Around The World
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.
Nimbus Disability Director Mark Briggs Gains National Recognition In The Disability Power 100 List 2023
Mark Briggs, a director of Derby-based social enterprise Nimbus Disability, has been named as one of the 100 most influential disabled people in the UK.
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.
Chicable: A Stylish And Sophisticated Adaptive Clothing Brand Aiming To Solve Your Dressing Problems
Chicable is a new adaptive clothing brand that has designed clothing with accessible and easy-to-use fastenings. Its founder Gary Duong explains how he started Chicable and the kind of products he has created.
Nimbus Disability Shortlisted For UK Social Enterprise Award
Derby-based Nimbus Disability is a finalist in the UK Social Enterprise Awards, recognising it as one of the country’s most innovative and impactful businesses.
Scope Reveals Shocking Levels Of Online Trolling Experienced By Disabled People
The disability equality charity Scope has released new research conducted through Opinium Ltd that lifts the lid on the scale of online trolling and abuse that disabled people face.
7 Influential And Versatile Disabled Drag Queens
In our fourth and final part of our Pride Month series, we share 7 glamorous, stylish and empowering disabled drag queens you should follow on social media.
6 Intelligent And Ambitious Non-Binary Disabled Influencers
In part three of our Pride Month series, we list 6 intelligent and ambitious non-binary disabled influencers who work in the world of fashion, technology, law, medicine, language and activism.
9 Creative And Academic Disabled Trans Influencers
In part two of our Pride Month series, we list 9 creative and academic trans influencers who live with a disability and/or health condition.
7 Influential Disabled LGBTQ+ Activists To Follow This Pride Month
To mark Pride Month, we explain exactly what LGBTQ+ stands for and list 7 influential disabled LGBTQ+ activists you should follow online.
How Yellow Dogs Can Help Their Owners With Disabilities
Yellow Dog UK is a charity with a basic message to highlight the fact that many dogs want their space, whether due to supporting disabled people, operations, age or shyness or many other reasons. If you see a dog with a yellow dog lead, coat or ribbon, this is the sign to keep your distance and let yellow dogs and owners enjoy their walk and space without any problems.
How Intensive Rehabilitation Can Support Those Living With A Neurological Condition
We discuss Intensive rehabilitation, which refers to several services that are designed to support those living with a neurological condition or those dealing with polytrauma due to an accident.