Learning at Work Week: An inclusive future at work
From 13–19 May, Learning at Work Week will highlight the importance and benefits of learning and development in the workplace. The week is even more relevant for workers with a disability.
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Celebrating body positivity this Mental Health Awareness Week
This week (13-19 May) is Mental Health Awareness Week, when we raise awareness of the issues surrounding mental health, and try to break down the stigma around mental health issues.
Diabetes nurses are gearing up for charity cycle
Two community diabetes nurses are getting ready to cycle almost 100 miles to raise funds for Diabetes UK, and inspire their patients to get more active.
The royals back text messaging service for people experiencing a mental health crisis
The royal family have helped to launch Shout, a free, anonymous service that connects people experiencing a mental health crisis
Understanding hearing impairments this Deaf Awareness Week
This week (6-12 May) is Deaf Awareness Week, where we raise awareness of the challenges faced by deaf and hearing impaired people in the UK, and increase understanding in the wider community.
#LetItDangle: Campaigning for risk-free accessible toilets with disability lifestyle vlogger Gem Hubbard
Across the UK’s accessible toilets, there is an issue that is quickly becoming too dangerous to ignore: Tied up emergency cords. We speak to disability lifestyle vlogger Gem Hubbard about the risks and her new campaign to raise awareness.
Getting green fingers this National Gardening Week
This week (29 April – 6May) is National Gardening Week, where we’re all encouraged to get outside, utilise the green spaces closest to us and give our gardens some TLC.
The benefits of Newlife specialist equipment on higher education
Going into further education is supposed to be an exhilarating time. But, for some disabled students it can be daunting. Now, Newlife are providing an equipment grant for disabled children and young people to further their prospects. One student shares his journey.
BBC to launch advisory group to monitor diversity
A new group has been created to monitor the BBC to ensure the broadcaster is representing “stories, faces and voices” from all UK communities.
Two new vehicles to launch at the 2019 Brotherwood WAV Weekend
This June, the UK’s leading exhibition dedicated to wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAV) will return to the Haynes International Motor Museum. Two new WAV conversions will be unveiled at the event.
Music Madness: Accessibility with Wilderness Festival
Attending a music festival should be for everyone. It’s a rite of passage, one of the truly memorable, multi-sensory experiences one can have in life.
LEGO launch Braille Bricks to assist blind children
Everyone has experienced the joy of playing with LEGO. Now, even more children will get to share in this joy as the toy manufacturer launches their grassroots project: Braille Bricks.
Interview: Riding beyond limits with Josh Patterson
Josh Patterson has been in the limelight for a long time, following his time on hit show Made in Chelsea. But now, Josh is making headlines for completely different reasons. Saskia Harper spoke with Josh.
Line of Duty star, Vicky McClure joins choir for dementia
Actress Vicky McClure is set to release Our Dementia Choir looking at the impact of music for people living with dementia.
Understanding multiple sclerosis this MS Awareness Week
This week (22–28 April) is MS Awareness Week. The campaign week aims to increase awareness of multiple sclerosis (MS) and raise some funds to help those living with the condition.