Hello, I’m Funmi Lawal, a passionate entrepreneur and inventor, and I’d like to share my journey with you. Born in Camden, London, on October 16, 1967, my life has been a testament to resilience, innovation, and a deep commitment to improving the lives of individuals facing mobility challenges and disabilities. My Educational and Professional Background […]

Disabled Motoring UK (DMUK) is the only charity in the UK that represents the interests of disabled drivers, passengers and Blue Badge holders.

Hello all, I’m Gavin. I’m currently the CEO of a technology company, but it wasn’t always this way. This article talks about my journey from working with Guide Dogs to launched WelcoMe to help empower the disabled community. My Time at Guide Dogs for the Blind For 18 years, I worked for Guide Dogs for […]

In our fast-paced world, maintaining optimal health can be challenging, especially for individuals with disabilities. Traditional medicine often focuses on managing symptoms rather than addressing underlying issues. However, acupuncture, an ancient practice rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), offers a holistic approach to health and wellness that can be particularly beneficial for those with disabilities. […]

I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) just after my 21st birthday back in 2018. I was actually on my year abroad from university, living and working in Paris – having the best year of my life. Experiencing Symptoms From one day to the next, I started to experience symptoms which involved numbness, fatigue, difficulty […]

How to choose the right folding mobility scooter for you. A guide to mobility aids in the UK by Purpl Discounts.

Charity Euan’s Guide is transforming the shopping experience for disabled individuals by providing reliable accessibility information.

One day in July 1990, in Boston, USA, Disability Pride was born, following the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act in the US. The Act gave disabled people the right to be treated equally and fairly, without discrimination. According to a newspaper clipping from the time, the event celebrated that “far from tragic, disability […]