Stories

Vilda explains how the Girls’ Education Challenge made her feel positive about disability and her future.

34-year-old Miriam Wawira Njeru is a customer care executive for Safaricom. But her journey to employment hasn't always been easy. She has had to overcome stigma and discrimination around her disability.

Rosemary Wairimu shares her journey to employment after joining Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) in Kenya as an industrial chemist in September 2019.

Thanks to technology like Alexa and Duolingo, Natalie has been able to rebuild her confidence and stay connected to her friends and family. She tells us about how our Digital Inclusion project has been life-changing for her.

Stephen started to get involved with Go Digital just before coronavirus lockdown measures due were introduced. He tells us how the project has supported him during lockdown.

Renee tells us how our Discover IT programme has helped her to build confidence and learn new skills.

Nick Bishop finds out how modern communication technology will make a difference to disabled people’s lives at Hill House.

Darren tells us how our Opportunity Suffolk programme helped him to secure a new job.

Sam recently took part in a 10-week internship at Meridian Business Support as part of our Change 100 programme. He tells us why his experience has left him feeling hopeful about the future.

Gregor felt like his life was over after he was made redundant. Thanks to our Opportunity Suffolk programme, Gregor has managed to get himself a new job and is in a much better position.