Communities to celebrate and applaud our NHS heroes
Across the UK and worldwide, medical professionals are working tirelessly to ensure we all stay healthy during the COIVD-19 pandemic, and we want to help celebrate their work.
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Tokyo Summer 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games postponed
The Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games have been postponed until next year because of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic.
Understanding new coronavirus guidance and staying at home
As people across the UK settle in for the first full day of what has been dubbed a lockdown, we look at what it means for you and the general public.
INTERVIEW: Supporting your mental health during COVID-19
During stressful times as these, it’s more important than ever to look after your mental health and make it as much of a priority as your physical health.
The best podcasts to listen to in isolation
If you’ve been social distancing or self-isolating, you might be looking for new things to do to keep yourself entertained and stay positive during this challenging time.
Lets talk about sex (education)
Netflix Original Sex Education is re-writing the rules of sex ed, while making diversity a priority. Season two newcomer George Robinson talks disability representation and why the show’s themes resonate with him.
Tackling loneliness
At times like these, it can become quite easy for feelings of loneliness to creep in, particularly if you’re social distancing or self-isolating.
The power of art and #LotsOfSocks on World Down Syndrome Day
At 21-years-old, Indian artist and illustrator Jijo Das is winning the praise of people around the world with his art. This year, Jijo’s design has been chosen for World Down Syndrome Day’s #LotsOfSocks campaign, he tells us how we can all learn from each other.
World Down Syndrome Day: Celebrating diversity
Every year, World Down Syndrome Day takes place to raise awareness about Down’s syndrome, and promote opportunities for people living with the condition. This year’s theme is We Decide – how will you be celebrating?
Charity to run free online dance lessons to combat loneliness
Jen Blackwell by Gary Hughes A Lancashire-based dance charity is set to deliver free online dance classes amid the COVID-19 outbreak, to combat loneliness and…
Read the latest issue of Enable online
The newest issue of Enable Magazine – the UK’s leading disability and lifestyle title, is here! Read the March/April issue today. With ongoing discussions of…
INTERVIEW: Jamie Brewer, breaking down barriers
Actress and model Jamie Brewer is advocating for change, helping to fight negative perceptions around disability. Speaking to Lorne Gillies, Jamie reveals why disability shouldn’t hold you back.
Getting involved with your community to tackle loneliness
Getting involved with your local community is the perfect way to tackle social isolation and loneliness for both you and your neighbours. We look at some of the ways you can meet new people both online and in your local area.
NAIDEX announce rescheduled dates for November 2020
Naidex, Europe’s largest disability exhibition, has announced the event has been rescheduled to Monday 9 and Tuesday 10 November 2020. On Friday 6 March, organisers…
The budget 2020: what it means for you
Yesterday (11 March), the government announced its budget, looking at how money will be spent and distributed in the next financial year and beyond.