Discover how robotic standing mobility devices are transforming independence, confidence, and inclusion for people with disabilities. Through Lea Waisman Shaler’s insights and Adi Schneider’s powerful story, explore how self-balancing technology enables natural standing, movement, and full participation in everyday life.
From Binman To Boardroom: How I Unleashed My Neurodivergent Talent
Award-winning accountant Gavin Simpson shares how discovering his autism unlocked hidden strengths and transformed shame into purpose. His journey celebrates Neurodivergent talent and calls for an education system that empowers every unique mind to thrive.
My Accessible Adventure At The Warner Bros. Harry Potter Studio Tour: A Magical Audio-Described Tactile Tour
Editor Emma Purcell visits the Harry Potter Studio Tour to explore its accessibility, her first audio-described tactile tour, and the thrilling Dark Arts.
Headway Helped Me Survive A World That Doesn’t Understand Brain Injury
Freelance journalist Ellie Pacey shares her journey after a teenage brain injury, highlighting hidden struggles and why Headway’s support is vital.
Guest Blog: 8 Accessible Products That Help Empower Everyday Life Independently With A Disability
Freelance journalist Emma Purcell, who lives with cerebral palsy and is registered blind, shares her personal recommendations of accessible products that have genuinely transformed her daily life. With lived experience and a passion for inclusive technology, Emma highlights eight tools that support her independence, enhance productivity, and make everyday activities more manageable and enjoyable.
Living With A Neurodivergent Brain: A Letter To My Younger Self
A heartfelt letter from writer and voiceover artist Maxine Roper to her 18-year-old self, reflecting on life with a neurodivergent brain, the challenges of ADHD and dyspraxia, and the lessons learned along the way.
No Gearstick, No Problem: How I Drive With Adapted Hand Controls As A Disabled Traveller
Disabled traveller Dan McIntyre dives into the transformative journey of converting to adapted hand controls behind the wheel.
“My Struggle For Access”: A Disabled Medical Student’s Fight For Accessible Higher Education
Francesca Nnamchi, a disabled medical student, shares her fight for accessible higher education, exposing systemic failures in DSA support, housing, and a lack of inclusive designs for disabled students in the UK.
Dan’s Road Kit: What I Pack For Accessible Travel As A Wheelchair User
Discover wheelchair user Dan McIntyre’s must-have accessible travel kit – from DIY repair tools to discreet care items – designed for independence, safety, and peace of mind. Packed with practical tips for disabled travellers across the UK and Europe.
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.
Celebrating Inclusion At Accessible Venues: A Pride Month Reflection
To mark the start of LGBTQ+ Pride Month, Angel Flint shares a heartfelt story of inclusion at a Blackpool drag show—highlighting the importance of accessible venues and the power of small gestures to create truly welcoming spaces for all.
One Leaf Amongst Many: A Poem By Nicole Demos
A powerful poem by disability rights advocate Nicole Demos, One Leaf Amongst Many explores identity, memory, and empowerment through the metaphor of a solitary leaf, reflecting her lifelong commitment to inclusion and self-expression.
The Journey To Motherhood With MS
Victoria Bradley, a nurse practitioner and new mother living with multiple sclerosis, shares her honest journey through conception, pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood with MS – highlighting the unique challenges and resilience of parenting with a chronic condition.
More Than You See: A Poem By DK
Disabled artist and poet, DK, who co-founded the organisation AccessAbility Arts, shares his latest poem More Than You See.