Former Young Voices participant, Ashura Michael, reflects on her journey from community advocacy to an aspiring politician. Ashura is running in the Kenyan Senate Elections and hopes to become the first female deaf legislator in Kenya.
How Leonard Cheshire's vision is still relevant today
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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.
How my assistance dogs changed my life
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For Assistance Dog Awareness Day, we’re sharing stories from owners about what life is like with an assistance dog. Here, Sîan talks about how her dogs, Arnie and Uri, changed her life.
Unintentional barriers are still barriers
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One of our supporters explains what a microaggression is and how they've been made to feel self-conscious about not drinking due to their disability.
What makes a good employer
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We look at how some examples of good practice when employing disabled people and how some employers are giving us hope for the future.
Rising costs will soon leave me out of options
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One of our supporters told us about the impact the cost of living crisis is having on their life and why they're scared for the future.
COVID helped me build new friendships and try new things
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Amber tells us how the pandemic led to her gaining new friendships and building confidence.
My tips for disabled people looking for work
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Amber tells us about her experience job hunting and gives her top tips for any disabled person looking for a job.
Working to make commonwealth leaders more inclusive
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Kibe is a former 2030 and Counting participant. He told us about his experience campaigning and speaking at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.
Seven things everyone should know about Access to Work
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Access to Work is the government's best-kept secret. Here are some top tips our disabled staff members who use the grant think you should know.
