Calling all disabled entrepreneurs! The Stelios 2023 Awards for Disabled...
Leading disability charity Leonard Cheshire and Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, creator and owner of the easy family of brands including easyJet and founder and president of the Stelios Philanthropic...
View ArticleThe Stelios Awards for disabled entrepreneurs 2023 application process
Applying for an award can be a little daunting. However, the application process for the Stelios Disabled Entrepreneurs Awards 2023 is easy to navigate, complete and there's support available. The post...
View ArticleDisability Horizons set to close after 12 wonderful years
It is with great sadness that after 12 wonderful years of content and community service, Disability Horizons will be closing on Friday 14th April 2023. Our co-founder Martyn Sibley explains why he has...
View ArticleStelios Award winners now part of Sir Stelios’ easy family of brands
The Stelios Awards is an event that gives grant money to disabled entrepreneurs in the UK. As well as awarding cash prizes, some winners have also become part of Sir Stelios’ easy family of brands. The...
View ArticleShowcasing previous Stelios Award winners 2022
The Stelios Awards are in their fifteenth year. This year, three businesses all with disabled entrepreneurs at the helm will share prizes worth £100K. Here, we showcase the amazing award winners from...
View ArticleTop 10 disabled celebrities from across the world
We’ve covered the top 10 female and top 10 male disabled celebrities, many of which are based in the UK. So we thought it was about time we celebrated those disabled celebs from across the world....
View ArticleWhat is acceptable disability terminology?
Throughout history and the generations, disabled people have been referred to in a variety of ways. Even in society and the media today, there are still disagreements and misunderstandings as to which...
View ArticleCaroline Bowditch: falling in love with Frida
Disabled dance artist Caroline Bowditch talks to Nichola Daunton about her latest work Falling in Love with Frida, a show which seeks to reclaim Frida Kahlo as a disabled artist and urges us to...
View Article44 common myths and misconceptions about disability
The word ‘disability’ is a broad term, but there are beliefs and misconceptions still widely held today that cross many borders. We share five common myths, and falsities that could change every day of...
View Article5 accessible walks and nature reserves across the UK for anyone with a...
Looking for something accessible to do this bank holiday weekend? How about exploring an accessible walk or nature reserve? Take a look at these 5 accessible outdoor beauty spots to visit this weekend....
View ArticleTop Ten Influential Disabled Women in Britain
UPDATED 2024 – The Top Ten Influential Disabled Women in the UK 10 Influential Women with Disabilities to Follow in 2024 Key Takeaways Table Name Role Followers Achievements Katie Piper Best-selling...
View Article16 films and documentaries with disabled characters played by disabled actors
We put together a list of 10 films with disabled characters played by disabled actors and disability documentaries you should watch over these winter months. The post 16 films and documentaries with...
View ArticleDisability dating sites: we round up the best
In the ever-evolving landscape of online dating, niche markets have risen prominently to cater to a diverse array of preferences and needs. Among these, disability dating sites have carved out a...
View Article20 books with a disabled character as the lead or focus of the story
It's rare that you see a disabled character in a novel, let alone as the lead. Our writer, Raya, rounds up eight books, many of which have been made into films, with disabled characters as the focus of...
View ArticleAlex Brooker: disabled journalist, comedian and co-host on The Last Leg
We speak to disabled TV presenter, journalist and comedian Alex Brooker. He is best known for being co-host on the comedy panel show The Last Leg. The post Alex Brooker: disabled journalist, comedian...
View Article27 fun accessible game and activity apps for disabled people
Many of us love playing games, puzzles and activity apps to help us relax and unwind. But how easy are these for disabled people to use? Many games require two hands and the use of multiple buttons,...
View Article“Can you date someone with cerebral palsy?” Yes of course!
Sam Harris, who has cerebral palsy, talks about dating with a disability and the misconceptions around dating a disabled person. The post “Can you date someone with cerebral palsy?” Yes of course!...
View ArticleThe endless possibilities of visiting Australia
Australia is a big country with many interesting places, things and animals to visit and see. This is why tourists enjoy heading down under so much. Another thing that makes Australia interesting for...
View ArticleAccessing New Zealand: part one
Have a disability and want to travel to New Zealand? Well you’re about read the adventures of Jasmine, who has Friedreich’s Ataxia and has come back to tell the tales! Find out how you too can take a...
View ArticleIs it OK for disabled people to have suicidal thoughts?
Discussing suicidal thoughts can be challenging for any person but even more so if you have a disability or long-term health condition. Mental health organisation, Spokz People - which provides...
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