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Design competition addresses public realm inequality
December 2, 2022
Ian Streets
A proposal that will explore the intersection between equity, accessibility, and sustainable design has been named as the winner of the “Co-designing Equity in the Public Realm” design competition. Re-Fabricate…
Read moreAlliance will address issues of access at festivals
November 25, 2022
Ian Streets
An alliance of festival organisers say they will learn from the “mixed picture” of events from 2022 and ensure that 2023 is the most accessible summer yet. Attitude is Everything,…
Read moreWheelchair rugby league reaching new audience
November 18, 2022
Ian Streets
Organisers of the Rugby League World Cup (RLWC) have hailed the success of the tournament after taking the decision to play the women’s and the wheelchair competitions alongside the men’s…
Read moreJess qualifies as first back and blind barrister
November 7, 2022
Ian Streets
A woman says she has smashed through a “triple-glazed glass ceiling” to become the UK’s first black and blind barrister. Jessikah Inaba, 23, qualified recently after studying for five years…
Read moreInclusive cheerleading team flying the flag for England
October 28, 2022
Ian Streets
A disability-inclusive cheerleading team has been chosen to represent England in the world championships. The BBC reported that Phoenix Allstars Cheerleaders, based in Bristol, will be heading to the USA…
Read moreHospital removes “confusing” parking signs
October 20, 2022
Ian Streets
A hospital in Hertfordshire has removed signs which stated anyone could use disabled parking bays. The BBC reported that the signs, which said the bays were for "general usage" if…
Read moreRNIB campaigns to see the person not the sight loss
October 10, 2022
Ian Streets
The RNIB has launched its biggest ever advertising campaign as part of its drive to help people see sight loss differently. The charity wants to show people how their actions…
Read moreCheers as charity team puts brewery back to work
October 3, 2022
Ian Streets
A charity that aims to provide "real and meaningful" work opportunities for disabled people is toasting the success of its latest project after buying a brewery out of liquidation. Tapestry…
Read moreBuddy scheme in plea for more volunteers
September 23, 2022
Ian Streets
Organisers of a scheme which helps people who have learning disabilities to enjoy a social life are appealing for more volunteers. Gig Buddies Cymru brings people together with volunteer companions…
Read moreSchoolboy will be the voice of autistic character in top TV show
September 16, 2022
Ian Streets
Top children’s TV show Thomas the Tank Engine is to get its first autistic character in the latest move to diversify on-screen representation, according to the Guardian. The paper reported…
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