Wildlife cameraman and presenter Hamza Yassin believes his dyslexia was the secret weapon in winning strictly 2022.
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Visa applications can become more complicated for disabled people due to inaccessible systems, unclear requirements, and repeated evidence requests. This guide explains where barriers appear and when support may be worth considering.
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The countdown is over and heading to Naidex is a fantastic move. I’m not exhibiting, but there for Networking Opportunities—it’s essentially the “home turf” for disability. My target client base, …
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Plastic surgery for disabled people includes choosing access to suitable facilities, clear communication with clinicians, and recovery planning that reflects real-world barriers. With the right support, surgery can improve comfort, function, or confidence — but access remains uneven, and the system you are working your way through depends heavily on where you live. Key insights …
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For many disabled people with mobility issues, the question of whether to go somewhere has always been a calculation: how far is it, where are the benches, what happens when energy runs out? A walker with a built-in seat changes that problem and with it, the shape of the day ahead. Key Insight Why It …
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Hiring disability equipment in Australia can make travel easier for wheelchair users and other disabled travellers. Instead of risking damage or delays when flying with mobility aids, many visitors arrange equipment locally. This guide explains wheelchair hire, accessible vehicle rental, EV travel options, and how to organise equipment across Australia’s major cities. Hiring disability equipment …
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Visiting Naidex, the “Glastonbury” of the disability and independent living world. For a wheelchair skills trainer and peer support advocate, it is the ultimate “work the room” opportunity. Here is …
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Why Mastering Your Wheelchair Skills is a Game Changer Wheelchair Skills is a Game Changer. Let’s be honest: the world wasn’t exactly designed with four wheels in mind. From “pop-up” …
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Mental health recovery rarely follows a straight line. Symptoms often fluctuate, especially when trauma, disability, or chronic stress are involved. This guide explains how routines, layered support systems, and accessible environments help people build stability and meaningful lives over time.
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An editor reflects on the question many people quietly ask themselves: am I disabled enough to belong in disability spaces? From living with sleep apnoea to working alongside disabled entrepreneurs and family members, this personal essay explores invisible disability, allyship, and what really counts when working in disability communities.
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