Living With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy In Greece: Surviving Should Not Mean Doing Everything Alone

A man shares the realities of living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy in Greece.

When Support Becomes Control: The Small Decisions That Define Autonomy

Disabled writer Massimo Lorusso, from Italy, explores how needing support with everyday tasks can affect autonomy.

22 Years Of Life In Isolation: The Barriers Facing A Disabled Man In Central Asia

A disabled man in central Asia shares his 22-year experience of living with paralysis, isolation and limited access to disability support.

Wheelchair User Finally Moves Into Alternative Accessible Flat After Year-Long Eviction Battle

Wheelchair user finally secures alternative accessible flat after eviction, but faces ongoing challenges.

New My Prosthetic Priorities Hub Aims To Give Amputees More Say In Choosing A Prosthetic Limb

New online hub helps lower-limb amputees feel informed and confident when choosing their first prosthetic limb.

Discover LanzAbility: Why Occupational Therapists Need to Know About Accessible Travel Options

Visit LanzAbility at Stand 57 at The Care & Occupational Therapy Show, Exeter, to discover accessible travel solutions that help disabled people enjoy inclusive holidays.

How The UN-CRPD Empowered Disabled People In Malta

Check out this interview with Rhoda Garland who moved to Malta about 20 years ago and is now the first Commissioner for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities appointed by parliament.

Six Months On: Wheelchair User Still Awaiting Alternative Accessible Accommodation Following Eviction

Wheelchair user Sophie continues her fight for suitable accessible accommodation after being abruptly evicted from her adapted Southampton home, exposing serious failures in disability-inclusive relocation and housing provision.

Disability And Institutionalisation: Spotlight On Life For Disabled Students At The Residential School Treloar’s

Discover the lABLEd Podcast’s spotlight series on Disability and Institutionalisation, as former Treloar’s students share stories of challenges, growth, and independence with Crip Life™.

UK Parliamentarians Launches Survey Into Access To Disability Equipment

The new APPG on Access to Disability Equipment has launched its first inquiry, calling for evidence to improve access to medical equipment for disabled people. The survey is open from 23rd July to 22nd August 2025.

Guest Blog: Emma Purcell: A Letter To My Younger Self – A Journey Of Resilience And Disability Advocacy

Emma Purcell reflects on her life with cerebral palsy and vision loss in a heartfelt letter to her younger self—sharing how storytelling, advocacy, and resilience shaped her extraordinary journey.

Evicted Without Options: Disabled Resident Fights For Accessible Housing Amid Safety Crisis

A disabled resident in Southampton faces sudden eviction from her adapted home with no suitable alternatives offered. Sophie’s story exposes critical gaps in accessible housing for wheelchair users and highlights systemic failures in meeting complex disability needs.

Crip Trip: A Gritty Roadtrip Docuseries Following A Quadruple Amputee’s Battle For Independence

“Crip Trip” follows quadruple amputee Daniel Ennett on a wild, emotional road trip to avoid institutional care and fight for disability justice through art, activism, and raw storytelling. Discover the documentary series and the story behind it.

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