At Blind Ambition, we are proud that our founder, Seema Flower, is frequently invited to share her expertise and lived experience on disability, inclusion, and accessibility. Her voice is trusted by national media outlets, and she is often quoted in stories that shine a light on the challenges faced by blind and partially sighted people, as well as the wider disabled community.
Seema’s ability to contribute insightful, authentic commentary ensures that the perspective of disabled people is represented at the highest levels of public conversation.
Below are just some of the occasions where Seema has been featured or quoted in the media:
Good Morning Britain
In the ITV Breakfast show Good Morning Britain, Seema Interviewed about Gregg Wallace and Autism.
BBC / BBC Radio
In BBC programme ‘In Touch’ (Radio Four) May 2013 — Peter White is joined by Seema Flower to discuss why 75% of blind people in the UK are unemployed.
👉 BBC In Touch
The Guardian
“Charity warns against generalising about autistic people after Gregg Wallace comments” — Seema Flower quoted.
👉 Read on The Guardian
The Independent
“Gregg Wallace ‘banned from working at the BBC’” — Seema Flower quoted.
👉 Read on The Independent
“Gregg Wallace report supports 45 allegations …” — Seema Flower adds critical perspective.
👉 Read on The Independent
GB News
“Gregg Wallace sparks backlash from disability charities” — Seema Flower featured.
👉 Read on GB News
Daily Mail
“Gregg Wallace charities autism inappropriate behaviour BBC MasterChef” — Seema Flower quoted.
👉 Read on Daily Mail
MSN News
“Gregg Wallace criticised by disability charities for autism defence amid BBC sacking” — Seema Flower featured.
👉 Read on MSN
Yahoo News
“Gregg Wallace reportedly warned about behaviour” — Seema Flower mentioned.
👉 Read on Yahoo News
“When disabled voices are missing from the conversation, society misses the truth. We need to be at the table where decisions are made and stories are told.”
— Seema Flower
