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Seven things everyone should know about Access to Work
Access to Work is the government's best-kept secret. Here are some top tips our disabled staff members who use the grant think you should know.
Sharing my experience as a disabled entrepreneur with the UN
Our Ambassador Josh, speaks at the UN about employment and entrepreneurship for disabled people.
Podcast: Challenging stigma around dynamic disabilities with Suruthi
On this podcast episode, we're talking about dynamic disabilities with Suruthi. She joins us to talk all about her experiences with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) and why it's so important to talk more about hidden disabilities and health...
Missed chance for meaningful social care funding reform
Disabled author Chloe Timms campaigns with us on social care. She explains why the Health and Care Act 2022 is a missed opportunity for social care funding reform.
My top tips for a disabled person in their first job
Don't let your disability stop you from doing the things you can. Amber has autism. She tells us about her work experience and what her top tips are to make your workplace inclusive.
Podcast: Making the music scene accessible with Kray-Z Legz
As we move into festival season, avid music fan Joshua Reeves catches up with rap artist, drum and bass MC and electronic music producer Kray-Z Legz (Mark Humphries).
What do the new cost of living payments mean for disabled people
'Timely, but temporary and not targeted enough' - Gemma Hope, Director of Policy, takes a further look at the government's cost of living announcement.
Advice about visiting our services
We know this is a worrying time for everyone and the safety and wellbeing of the people we support, our staff and volunteers, remains our priority.
PIP Assessments: Searching for understanding
Jay Smith has chronic fatigue syndrome and explains a recent application for Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
Podcast: Fashion and being the change you want to see
This month we catch up with disabled model and entrepreneur Caprice Kwai. She shares her journey as a disabled model, gives advice to anyone who might want to get into the industry and talks about her new jewellery brand, By Caprice Kwai.
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