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Assistive Tech & Products

5 reasons audio description is important to people with sight loss

02/07/2022

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Streaming service apps - Itv hub, Channel 4, Now TV, Prime Video, Netflix, Disney Plus and My 5 - on a grey background

Emma has been running a petition to make audio description available on all films, TV shows and streaming services. Emma…

Work & Education

Dr Hannah Barham-Brown: disability rights campaigner

01/03/2021

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Hannah Barham-Brown in her wheelchair in a park wearing a long black dress with a floral pattern one leg in the air and drinking from a cup

Dr Hannah Barham-Brown is a campaigner for disability rights and awareness. Here, she discusses the importance of talking about disability.

Entertainment & Culture

Petition to make audio description available on ALL films, TV programmes and streaming services

21/08/2020

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Streaming service apps - Itv hub, Channel 4, Now TV, Prime Video, Netflix, Disney Plus and My 5 - on a grey background

A petition has been launched to make audio description (AD) compulsory on all films, TV shows and streaming services. Emma…

News

Celebrating Disability Pride 2020 virtually

12/06/2020

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Diversity Bus Brighton for Disability Pride

Due to COVID-19, Disability Pride events have been moved online. Find out which Disability Pride events are taking place virtually,…

News

Changing Places toilets to be installed at 22 service stations across England

27/09/2019

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Nearly two dozen Changing Places toilets will be installed at motorway service station across England, benefiting 250,000 disabled people.

Work & Education

Disability activist Simon Stevens: I’m disabled, I’m gay and I’m controversial

31/08/2019

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Disabled activist Simon Stevens in his office

Disability campaigner and consultant Simon Stevens talks about his life and work, and why he believes everyone has the right…

Best Cup Holder for Disabled People: A Review of CouchCoaster and TableCoaster
Discover the best drinks holder for disabled people, including the CouchCoaster and TableCoaster, designed to provide stability, prevent spills, and promote independence. The post Best Cup Holder for Disabled People: A Review of CouchCoaster and TableCoaster appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
5 Ways to Make Halloween More Sensory-Friendly
Discover how to make Halloween more sensory-friendly for neurodivergent children. Learn practical tips to create a fun and accessible celebration that caters to their needs The post 5 Ways to Make Halloween More Sensory-Friendly appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help Expert Help with Filling in Your PIP Form: Tips and Tools to Simplify the Process Applying for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) can be overwhelming, especially with the complexity of the PIP form. If you’re looking for help filling in a PIP form The post Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
New EHRC Guidance: How Employers Can Support Disabled Employees in a Hybrid Work World
Understanding the New EHRC Guidance on Reasonable Adjustments for Disabled Employees The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has recently published new guidance to help employers understand their legal obligations and the steps they can take to support disabled employees, especially in hybrid working environments. This guidance comes as a crucial resource for organizations The post New EHRC Guidance: How Employers Can Support Disabled Employees in a Hybrid Work World appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
Decline in Accessible Black Cabs
London’s Accessible Transport Crisis: Decline in Black Cabs Puts Mobility at Risk A sharp decline in wheelchair-accessible black cabs in London has raised alarm among disability advocates ahead of a key London Assembly meeting. The Disability Power 100, led by Founding Editor Dom Hyams, urges London Assembly members to confront Mayor Sadiq Khan and Transport The post Decline in Accessible Black Cabs appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.