Visa applications can become more complicated for disabled people due to inaccessible systems, unclear requirements, and repeated evidence requests. This…

When Immigration Health Checks Become a Barrier: Disabled Couples and Australia’s Partner Visa

22/02/2026

Illustrations show a disabled visa applicant at a health check, medical cost review, couple embracing, scales weighing love and money, and a visa decision with gavel.

For many couples, applying for Australia’s Partner visa feels straightforward: prove your relationship is genuine, submit the paperwork, complete the…

When Dalila Died

03/02/2026

Smiling young child with braided hair sitting in a supportive wheelchair, with a visible nasal tube.

Jo Grace is a long-time contributor to Disability Horizons and one of the UK’s most respected voices on inclusive practice,…

Workplace Access Barriers When Relocating with a Disability

19/12/2025

Disabled parent works at a desk with crutches nearby while a child prepares for school at home, showing a settled daily routine.

Relocating to the UK while managing a disability affects far more than the logistical side of moving. For many families,…

How Disabled Students Can Tackle Barriers to College Life

28/10/2025

cartoon image: A student reviews finances on a tablet while sitting in an accessible dorm room. A piggy bank, coins, and bursary forms (shown as blank icons, no text) represent planning and budgeting. The student looks content and focused, surrounded by everyday study essentials.

For many disabled students, college life means balancing ambition with access. From inaccessible classrooms to fluctuating health, the barriers are…

Is a Learning Disabled Person “Just Like an X Year Old?”

23/10/2025

An adult man walks confidently out of a childlike crayon drawing that shows a smiling boy in the same pose and clothes.

After the thoughtful conversations sparked by Joanna Grace’s recent article “Age Appropriate or Person Appropriate?”, we’re delighted to share her…

Age Appropriate or Person Appropriate?

08/10/2025

Flat cartoon illustration of a woman standing on a train wearing a long pink tulle skirt, smiling warmly at a young girl seated nearby. The woman holds a rail with one hand and extends the other toward the girl, who looks up at her with admiration. Other passengers, including an older man with a cane, sit nearby. The scene is set against a warm beige background with simple navy and brown details, creating an inclusive and optimistic mood.

After the recent loss of sensory education pioneer Flo Longhorn, many of us have found ourselves reflecting on the values…

How to Start a Skilled Trade when You’re Disabled

22/08/2025

Two men wearing hard hats shake hands at a construction site; one wears a black shirt, the other a safety vest.

Thinking about a career in a skilled trade but worried about accessibility? This practical guide for disabled people covers training,…

Life After a Serious Injury: Complete Guide to Support, Identity & Recovery

31/07/2025

llustration titled "Reconstructing Identity After Injury" showing six pastel-colored flower pots in a left-to-right sequence. Each pot represents a stage of identity rebuilding: Former Self (yellow) – A hand drops seeds into the pot. Text: "Identity before the injury." Explore New Activities (orange) – A watering can pours water. Text: "Find purpose in adapted roles." Connect with Peers (peach) – Sprouts emerge. Text: "Share experiences and reduce isolation." Seek Professional Help (pink) – Small flowers bloom. Text: "Reshape self-image through therapy." Allow Grief (lavender) – More flowers grow. Text: "Mourn the past to build anew." New Self (purple-blue) – Full bloom of flowers. Text: "Reconstructed identity after injury." Dotted lines connect each stage, symbolizing growth and transition.

Life After a Serious Injury: Your Complete Guide to Support, Recovery, and Moving Forward Life can change in the time…

Asserting Your Rights: A Guide to Personal Injury Claims for Disabled People

31/07/2025

Watercolour illustration of an urban street scene. A man in a wheelchair looks concerned near a cracked curb with no ramp. A blind man with a white cane stands at a pedestrian crossing that lacks tactile paving or audible signals. A car is parked behind them. The setting includes brick buildings and trees under a cloudy sky

Every year, thousands of disabled people across the UK suffer preventable injuries due to inaccessible environments, workplace negligence, and systemic…