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People in the UK with disabilities today face equality issues not just in the workplace, but also in day to day character assassinations of disabled people as ‘helpless, pathetic and fraudsters.’

Here, you will find content that celebrates the contributions of disabled and learning disabled people to our history and identity as Brits, ranging from contributions in both World Wars, to achievements in the Paralympics, Special Olympics and triumphs in the world of fashion as well as content aimed at exposing the myths and stereotypes that the media often portrays about people with disabilities.

We are seeking volunteers of all types to work with us. You can write, create a film or story, suggest ideas for new work and web content, agree to an interview or fundraise for us. You can help us  by simply sharing the  resources below to like minded friends and family by email or social media. Join us and help us create a truly GREAT BRITISH COMMUNITY.

An Archive of articles relating to Disability

Dying On Our Doorstep – How Britain Is Failing The Disabled

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Dying On Our Doorstep – How Britain Is Failing The Disabled

In an ideal world, everyone in Britain would experience life from a level playing field, all having the same opportunities, and able to proceed through life according to their skills, abilities, and wherewithal rather than according to the circumstance of their birth or physicality. Continue Reading

The impact of PIP and the Deaf Community

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The impact of PIP and the Deaf Community

In the UK there are approximately 9m people who are deaf or have hearing difficulties and, with government cut backs to funding for treatments and therapies, they are amongst the disabled groups hit hardest by austerity. Recent welfare reforms, with Personal Independence Payments (PIP) replacing Disability Living Allowance (DLA), have left many deaf people increasingly… Continue Reading

Disability and Tate

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Disability and Tate

We all have a right to enjoy access to the incredibly rich cultural heritage of our national collections of art and objects. That includes the 11 million disabled people living in the UK today. Yet all too often disabled people face barriers to accessing cultural activities, and are significantly less likely to participate in the arts and culture than non-disabled people. Continue Reading