Hannah tells us about her employment journey - from the importance of disability coordinators to having to recognise her own talent and self-worth.
I won’t be held back by my disability
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Young disabled people feel more uncertain than ever about entering the world of work. But the right approaches can make all the difference. Sarah Woods tells us how she won her confidence back after leaving work due to anxiety.
If COP26 isn’t accessible, what about disaster relief?
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Following the news Karine Elharrar couldn't attend COP26 as the venue was inaccessible, Mark Carew tells us why it's time disaster relief was made more inclusive.
Always gay, always disabled - stop dividing my identities
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For the next blog in the At the Intersection series, Kieran shares his experiences as a disabled queer man. He exists at the intersection of disability and sexuality.
Our inclusive education project in Tanzania
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For the past four years, we’ve been working to support disabled children into school in Tanzania, East Africa. Catherine Alejo, Programme Manager for Uganda, and Tanzania, reflects on the project now it’s finished.
Why we need to talk about intersectionality
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In the first instalment of our new series At the Intersection, Gwenyth Withers looks at what intersectionality is and why it's important to talk about.
Turning skills to profit
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Jane is 20 years old and lives in Northern Uganda. Thanks to the support she received from our livelihoods project, she now runs a thriving hairdressing business.
Closing the employment gap for women in Uganda
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For the last three years, we’ve been working with 250 women with disabilities in Northern Uganda. Catherine Alejo, Programme Manager in Uganda and Tanzania, explains how the project has supported these women in developing their skillsets and starting new businesses.
‘Writing on egg shells’ – impact of online trolls
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Kerry Thompson is a disabled blogger. She tells us how she deals with some of the trolling comments she receives.
Why BBC's Hen Night should be essential viewing
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Chloe Timms discusses how BBC's new drama Hen Night is changing the face of social care.
