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lABLEd Podcast is stepping out from behind the microphones and onto the live stage at Naidex 2025, Europe’s leading disability exhibition, to discuss disability in the cinema.
BAFTA Breakthrough 2024: Spotlighting The Talent And Advocacy Of Disabled Artists In The Creative Industry
In its 11th year, the BAFTA Breakthrough initiative once again showcases a diverse and talented cohort of creatives. Among these 43 rising stars, Kyla Harris and Otto Baxter stand out – not only for their artistic contributions but also for their impactful advocacy and representation of disabled individuals in the creative industries. Their work challenges societal norms, amplifies underrepresented voices, and underscores the power of inclusive storytelling.
Become The Next Star Baker: Applications Open For The Great British Bake Off 2025
The Great British Bake Off (GBBO) is looking for the next batch of talented home bakers to enter the tent who represent the rich diversity of the Great British public, including those with disabilities.
Songs Of The Wayfarer: Disabled Artist Claire Cunningham Premieres New Solo Performance Blending Dance And Song In London
Claire Cunningham, one of the UK’s most acclaimed and internationally renowned disabled artists, presents the UK premiere of her new solo Songs of the Wayfarer in London this December.
lABLEd Podcast Returns: A Bold New Season Exploring Disability, Identity And Advocacy
After a seven-month hiatus, the lABLEd Podcast is back with a much-anticipated fresh season filled with engaging conversations, thought-provoking topics and inspiring guests. Known for its unique blend of humour, insight and advocacy, lABLEd continues to be a leading voice in disability, illness and difference.
Redefining Inspiration: The Evolving Narrative Of Paralympic Athletes
This article delves into the evolving conversation around the portrayal of disabled athletes, highlighting the tension between being seen as “inspirational” and the desire for a more nuanced representation.
Reclaiming The Word Crip: Modern TV Shows And Films Embracing Crip In Its Titles
Continuing our Reclaiming The Word Crip series, we list a few modern TV shows and films that embrace the word “crip” in its titles and represent the disability community as positive, powerful, determined change-makers.
Disney’s Shardlake: Arthur Hughes Portrays Disability Differently In 16th-Century Britain
We speak to British actor Arthur Hughes about his lead role in Disney’s new original series “Shardlake”, a drama about a hunchback lawyer in Tudor times.
Disabled People Must Be A Priority In Elections, Say Stars
The disability equality charity Scope launches its “manifesto for an equal future” today (16 April 2024), as it calls for all political parties to make disabled people a priority. New research from the charity demonstrates how disabled people feel sidelined by politicians.
UK Local Elections May 2024: Being A Town Councillor With A Disability
On the 2nd May 2024, voters in England and Wales will head to the polls in a major set of mayoral and local elections. Here, Joanna shares her experience of being a town councillor with a disability.