Taking action: DIAL Global virtual summit puts diversity and inclusion on the agenda
On 22 and 23 September, DIAL Global will host their third free Global Summit of 2021 themed ‘Taking Action’ with senior leaders from FTSE and Fortune 500 Companies.
Employment & Education
Getting into the world of work and apprenticeships
The route into your dream field is never linear, there are a range of pathways to best meet your needs. From accessible apprenticeships to disability focused employment services, you’re sure to be clocking in to a new career in no time.
World Autism Awareness Week: The new normal
This World Autism Awareness Week (29 March – 4 April 2021), we speak to one parent about the importance of routine for her autistic children.
Free resources launched to welcome back disabled colleagues
Business Disability Forum has launched series of free resources, offering advice and legal guidance on supporting disabled colleagues returning to the workplace.
Press play on a career in the TV industry with the ITV Production Training Scheme
ITV are looking for applicants from diverse backgrounds for the new Production Training Scheme with 11 opportunities up for grabs.
Individual employer funding with Skills for Care
If you employ your own care and support using a direct payment from health or social care, or your own money, you can apply for money for training.
What does Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s Spending Review mean for the disabled community?
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has unveiled his Spending Review, determining how much is to be spent on public services and the impact of COVID-19 on the economy.
Deaf teacher recognised for being a fantastic role model with esteemed award
A profoundly deaf maths teacher has won a national teaching award, being recognised for her outstanding performance with a class of hearing children.
Employment: Recovering from redundancy
If you have recently been made redundant you might not know what to do next or get support. We look at your rights and what financial help is available.
Supporting more people with learning disability into work with Mencap
Mencap are supporting more people with learning disability into paid employment, here their employment co-trainer explains how.
Online school for disabled pupils with Cambridge Online Education
Discover how Cambridge Home School, from Cambridge Online Education, can help disabled pupils flourish in home education.
Learning Disability at Work Week 2020: Changing the landscape of the workplace
This week (9 to 15 November) marks Learning Disability at Work Week, calling on employers to think differently about who they hire.
Leonard Cheshire’s Can Do programme selected for Silver Award by The British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Leonard Cheshire has been selected for a Silver Award by The British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums for their Can Do programme.
Coronavirus: Reviewing benefits
The way you apply and are assessed for different disability benefits has changed due to the pandemic. Here’s what you need to be aware of going forward.
Parents across the UK spot undiagnosed learning difficulties while homeschooling
New research finds almost one million UK parents suspect their child has a learning difficulty after observing them while homeschooling during lockdown.