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What we need from the new government
Our Chief Executive Ruth Owen says the new government need to act quickly to support disabled people in the cost of living crisis.
Rising costs will soon leave me out of options
One of our supporters told us about the impact the cost of living crisis is having on their life and why they're scared for the future.
Disabled university students: Here's what support you can get
Cassie is currently a PHD student. She shares her university experience and what she's learnt from having to advocate for herself in higher education.
How to advocate for yourself as a disabled university student
Caprice chats about her experience at university as a disabled student. She explains how by advocating for herself she changed policies for future students.
Advocating for inclusion
Johnkeen, who attended an inclusive school as part of our Girls’ Education Challenge Transition (GECT) project, tells us why he’s advocating for inclusive education in Kenya.
From community advocacy to an aspiring politician
Former Young Voices participant, Ashura Michael, reflects on her journey from community advocacy to an aspiring politician. Ashura is running in the Kenyan Senate Elections and hopes to become the first female deaf legislator in Kenya.
How my assistance dogs changed my life
For Assistance Dog Awareness Day, we’re sharing stories from owners about what life is like with an assistance dog. Here, Sîan talks about how her dogs, Arnie and Uri, changed her life.
Assistance dogs are not pets – they are trained professionals
To celebrate Assistance Dog Awareness Day, we’re sharing stories from owners about what life is like with an assistance dog. Rachael talks about how her assistance dog changed her life.
Podcast: Amplifying disabled voices in the media
On this month's episode, disability rights activist Jazz Shaban catches up with BBC Correspondent Gary O'Donoghue. Gary reflects on his own experiences as a journalist and how he feels the media landscape has changed over time.
How Leonard Cheshire's vision is still relevant today
On the 30th anniversary of our founder's death, we look at how things have changed over the years but Leonard Cheshire's vision is still relevant.
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