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The Human Rights Watch Film Festival 2023: supporting and celebrating everyday activists

10/03/2023

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A head and shoulders shot of two women. The txt reads Human Rights Watch Film Festival. Barbican. In cinemas 16th - 24th March. UK and Ireland Streaming 20th to 26th March

Disability Horizons is excited for next week, when the Human Rights Watch Film Festival kicks off in London and online…

Lifestyle

Have your say on improving safety for London’s black cab and minicab passengers

10/03/2023

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A black taxi in a queue behind a red car

Transport for London (TfL) would like you to have your say on its plans to improve safety for black cab…

Entertainment & Culture

An eggs-traordinary Easter for all the family

09/03/2023

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A group of actors on the stage with ticker tape and a purple background.

Find out what's happening this Easter at the Southbank Centre, the accessibility of the different events and how you can…

Assistive Tech & Products

Introducing Panopreter the text-to-speech experts

02/03/2023

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A man in a wheelchair using headphones with his computer

Text-to-speech (TTS) software is one of the emerging technologies that has enabled people with visual, physical, or learning disabilities to…

Entertainment & Culture

Quaden Bayles: bullied boy with dwarfism bags role in new Mad Max film

16/02/2023

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Quaden Bayles wearing headphones

Quaden Bayles, a boy with dwarfism who was bullied and captured on video feeling suicidal has bagged a role in…

Resilience and determination in hospital with a long-term health condition

06/01/2023

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Rebecca surrounded by her hospital Team

Rebecca Hurbert is a determined, resilient woman who doesn’t let her diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis define her. She shares the…

Lifestyle

5 ways Starling Bank helps disabled people – and can save both money and stress

05/10/2022

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5, 1 and 20 pound notes and 1 and 2 pound coins spread on a table

Starling Bank is an award-winning, online-only bank, making it incredibly accessible. Its app is easy to use for all disabilities…

Wellbeing & Fitness

5 self-care tips: how to manage difficult days if you have a disability or health condition

22/09/2022

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A white sign in a wooden frame that says 'Self care isn't selfish'. It's on a pink background with the shadow of a plant

If you have a disability or health condition, these 5 self-care tips will help you to manage those difficult days…

Lifestyle

The cost of living crisis: disabled people’s stories

31/08/2022

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A woman sat on her bed with her head in her hands and her knees up to her chest. She is sat next to a heater below a window and window sill with books and a plant on it. She can be seen in a mirror on the other side of the room

With rising food and energy prices, our writer Raya talks to disabled people about the impact on their quality of…

Travel & Holidays

5 things not to say to a disabled traveller

08/06/2022

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Check out these 5 awkward things not to say to a disabled person when travelling - and discover how many…

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.