Range Media Partners is being sued by a former executive assistant, Michele Solis, who alleges she faced disability discrimination and retaliation after refusing an ultimatum to accept a demotion or be dismissed. By Winston Cho – Yahoo News Reportedly, when Solis raised concerns about not being suitably accommodated for her disability, she was told to […]
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E.ON launches The OffCentre, a colleague-led immersive journey that sensorially reveals the lived reality of both visible and hidden disabilities. Designed by its adaptABILITY network, this experience goes beyond awareness training—offering hands-on simulations such as sensory overload headsets, visual impairment goggles, and weighted vests that recreate daily barriers for individuals shouldering chronic fatigue or cognitive
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Rewritten Article for Maximum Impact (Disability Connect):A groundbreaking initiative by a leading disability organisation is opening doors for persons with disabilities through targeted entrepreneurial skills training. The programme equips participants not only with the knowledge to launch their own businesses but also with the confidence to pursue financial independence and social inclusion. By Keletso Mkhwanazi
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Disabled people in the UK are hitting back after the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) quietly changed how it handles Motability vehicle funding — leaving thousands facing confusion and uncertainty. A new report by The Canary reveals that the DWP’s sudden policy shift means some benefit claimants risk losing access to adapted cars and
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Australia’s July 2025 Jobs Report shows that employment for people with disabilities has stayed steady — but advocates say steady isn’t good enough. By Kessler Foundation – The Mirage While the national unemployment rate dropped to 3.8%, the employment rate for people with disabilities remains unchanged at around 54% — far below the 84% for
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The 2025 Paris Air Show is not only a celebration of aviation innovation—it’s also a platform for inclusivity, thanks to a bold commitment by Dassault Aviation to make aerospace more accessible for people with disabilities. By Dassault Aviation In a powerful display of leadership, Dassault has made disability inclusion a key focus of its presence
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Disability rights activists gathered outside UK government offices in Glasgow this week to protest what they call a “hostile and dehumanising” benefits system. The demonstration, led by campaign group Disabled People Against Cuts (DPAC), called for urgent reform of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and its treatment of disabled people. By Josh Pizzuto-Pomaco
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The Democratic Alliance (DA) is calling on the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) to fast-track progress on disability inclusion, following delays in implementing key commitments made in government strategies. By Igor Scheurkogel – DA The DA says many provinces have yet to adopt or enforce accessibility policies aligned with the White Paper on the Rights
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Disability advocates have warned that the UK Labour Party’s proposed arts job scheme could unintentionally exclude disabled creatives due to limitations around Access to Work support and a lack of built-in inclusion safeguards. By The Guardian The policy, which forms part of Labour’s election pledge to revive Britain’s cultural sector, proposes the creation of thousands
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In the heart of Atherton, Far North Queensland, a local employment and training provider is quietly transforming lives. Local Workplace has become a beacon of empowerment for Australians with disabilities, offering inclusive job opportunities and tailored skills development in a supportive, community-based environment. By Konnor Furber – The Express Based on Vernon Street, the organisation
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