Stories

On the 30th anniversary of our founder's death, we look at how things have changed over the years but Leonard Cheshire's vision is still relevant.

Cathy, from Uganda, tells us about what she gained from our employment project.

This is a story about how, through the Digital Buddy programme, a group of exceptional volunteers are helping people like Andrew to connect with the world.

The Young Voices programme empowered over 1,200 young people with disabilities across Africa and Asia to build their confidence to advocate for the rights of disabled people to schools, businesses and leaders. Ashura, was one of these young people...

We look at how some examples of good practice when employing disabled people and how some employers are giving us hope for the future.

Amber tells us how the pandemic led to her gaining new friendships and building confidence.

After Noel Gallagher's comments following Glastonbury, Joshua Reeves tells us why viewing platforms are essential and how Noel's comments should be seen as a hate crime.

Rachel Lees from the Trussell Trust speaks to Steve Huxford about his experience using food banks and why we need a strong and stable social security system, not just in national crisis, but every day.

Amber tells us about her experience job hunting and gives her top tips for any disabled person looking for a job.

Kay Barnes – Assistive Technologist at our Hill House residential service in Cheshire – shows how technology offers choice and independence, and keeps people in touch.