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12/10/2024

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), one in four people will experience a mental health issue at some point in their lives.
That’s a lot of us!

We should care, as mental health affects everyone –

This is that time of the year again.. 🌍💚 When we have a great opportunity to chat about something very important—mental health. Honestly, it’s one of those things we often sweep under the rug. But …

12/10/2024

💙 We're so inspired by Zack and Cambry Nelson's mission with Not a Wheelchair.

They’ve just released a manual wheelchair, making mobility more accessible for so many. It’s amazing to see how they’re changing lives through their work!


New Mobility Not-A-Wheelchair

Not a Wheelchair — the company founded by Zack and Cambry Nelson, the YouTube stars from Jerry Rig Everything ‪— has just released a manual wheelchair that you can buy directly from their website, priced at just $1,000. https://newmobility.com/not-a-wheelchair/

12/10/2024

🌍✨ Meet Egidijus, an inspiring individual who is redefining adventure despite using a wheelchair. His journey takes him across the globe, proving that determination knows no bounds. Discover how he embraces life and challenges, inspiring many along the way!

Interview in 🇱🇹

Vilnietis Egidijus Jagminas jau daugiau nei 35 metus juda tik neįgaliojo vežimėliu. Į jį sėdo būdamas dar nepilnametis, ...

31/08/2024

💙🚲🏋️‍♀️🏹🥋 Read about these amazing moments from the 2024 Paralympics—truly inspiring stuff!

The 2024 Paralympics just wrapped up in Paris, and wow, what an event! This year’s Games were packed with incredible performances, heartwarming moments, and some seriously cool advancements that ma…

31/08/2024

💙 Check out how AI is making life easier and blogging more awesome!

Hey everyone, I’ve got something really cool to share that combines two hot topics: AI technology and accessibility for people with disabilities. AI has been making waves in many areas of our lives…

06/08/2024

💙 How much do we know?

Hey everyone! August is here, and with it comes Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Awareness Month. If you’re like me, you might be wondering, what exactly is SMA? Why does it get its own awarenes…

06/05/2024

💙 We are honored to introduce our guest blogger Robyn from You know what I can't stand, where she bravely delves into the critical topic of Mental Health Awareness.

Robyn was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy limb girdle 2b when she was 21 years old. It took her 4 years to get to diagnosis due to lack of knowledge, doctors not listening, and funding for certain tests in the UK. Robyn volunteered as a youth worker for several years until it was closed and now she home-educates her daughter and uses artwork to help her mental health.

Let's come together to destigmatize and support one another.

So, with it being mental health awareness month. I wanted to talk about grief and how it’s something I have to live with constantly. When you have a progressive illness like muscular dystroph…

04/05/2024

🚶‍♂️ Let's Walk the Talk! 🚶‍♀️

What is the power of taking action and making real change happen? It's all about turning words into deeds and making a difference in our communities.

Fellow advocates of spreading awareness and support! It’s that time of the year again – ALS Awareness Month! Throughout May, we unite to shine a spotlight on Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), al…

04/05/2024

💙 May is ALS Awareness Month, and it's crucial to spread awareness about this debilitating disease.

Check out this informative article to learn more about ALS and how you can get involved in supporting those affected:

For people battling ALS, time is not a luxury to waste. With an average life expectancy of 2-5 years following diagnosis, there is clear urgency to optimize care and find effective treatments for those affected by the disease. That's why we need to do everything we can to help The ALS Association fu...

04/05/2024

A deep-water pool will be a game-changer for people with disabilities!

Having accessible facilities like this not only promotes inclusion but also opens up opportunities for everyone to enjoy activities and live life to the fullest. Let's support initiatives like this that make our communities more inclusive and welcoming for everyone.


Disability Scoop

At 130 feet, the proposed pool would be the deepest in the U.S. and offer a therapeutic deep-water diving experience for people with physical and cognitive disabilities.

04/05/2024

Star of the day -
Little Logan

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01/05/2024

Nominations are open for our 5th D-30 Disability Impact List, celebrating 30 leaders in the disabled community! Anyone identifying as disabled, including those with chronic illnesses & mental health conditions, can be nominated. Nominations close on May 20, 2024. Tag your nominees and nominate them -

Nominations are now open for our fifth annual D-30 Disability Impact List, the global list honoring 30 disabled leaders in the community making a difference! Link in bio and story!

Anyone who identifies as disabled is eligible to be nominated (including chronic illnesses & mental health conditions) and nominators do not need to identify as disabled. To celebrate the spirit of community and interdependence, self-nominations are not accepted.

Nominations close on May 20, 2024.

Tag who you will be nominating! And then make sure to nominate them at http://mydiversability.com/d30

   

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