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.
Planning With Love: How Families Can Secure The Financial Future Of SEND Children
Award-winning SEND Chartered Financial Planner Rhiannon Gogh shares personal insight and expert advice on protecting the future of SEND children through trusts, tailored planning, and empowered decision-making.
Overcoming Chronic Pain: From Mobility Scooter User To Marathon Runner
Follow the journey of Samphire Hayes, who transformed her life from living with chronic pain to running marathons. Through mindfulness, natural movement, and holistic healing, she reclaimed her health and purpose.
Trapped By Disability And Domestic Violence: One Woman’s Fight For Freedom And Justice
Trigger warning: A powerful personal account of disability and domestic violence, exposing systemic neglect and calling for urgent reforms to support disabled abuse survivors.
Rising Against The Weight: A Story Of Resilience Amid Chronic Illness And Bureaucratic Struggles
A powerful firsthand account of living with chronic illness, PTSD, and the burden of bureaucracy. This story highlights the invisible struggles of navigating a world that refuses to see those in pain.
Falling Through The Cracks: A Mother’s Fight For Her Autistic Son To Access Mental Health Services
Trigger Warning: A mother shares the harrowing reality of caring for her autistic son, who was denied critical mental health services,