Rethinking Dyslexia: Not a Deficit, but a Design For decades, dyslexia has been viewed through a deficit lens—defined by difficulties in reading and spelling. But a groundbreaking study from the University of Cambridge offers a radical reframe: dyslexia may be an evolutionary specialization that enhances our ability to explore, adapt,
We’re thrilled to share some fantastic news—Seema Flower has just been presented with a prestigious award by the organisers of the London Organisation of Skills Development (LOSD) for her outstanding contribution as a Skills Live speaker. The award, given earlier today, follows the inspirational talk she delivered previously at Fitzwilliam
Last month, I had the honour of speaking to a room full of bright and ambitious sixth formers at Green Templeton College, University of Oxford. The occasion was a Careers Evening designed to give these young minds insight and inspiration for their future paths—and it was humbling to be one
This week, Seema Flower, Founder and Managing Director of Blind Ambition, had the pleasure of attending the HAUC(UK) 2025 Convention – and what an inspiring day it was! It was fantastic to connect with so many professionals from across the highways and utilities sectors, all of whom are playing a
If you’re blind or visually impaired and have struggled with taking notes or recording meetings, the Plaud NotePin might just be the game-changer you’ve been waiting for. This tiny, wearable device is like a personal memory capsule – a seamless way to capture thoughts and conversations throughout your day without
In Rachel Reeves’ Spring Statement, the Government announced £4.8 billion in welfare cuts, introducing tougher eligibility rules for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and reducing the health component of Universal Credit (UC) for millions. The Government claims these reforms are part of a plan to make the system “more sustainable” —
At Blind Ambition, we are outraged by the Government’s plans to cut vital disability benefits — including narrowing eligibility for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and reducing the health component of Universal Credit. These changes will have devastating consequences for millions of Disabled people, including those who are blind or partially
Last night at Green Templeton College, Oxford, Seema Flower, the visionary founder of Blind Ambition, delivered an electrifying speech to a hall filled with ambitious sixth-form students. As part of the Sixth Formers’ Career Evening, Seema’s message was clear: nothing is impossible if you put in the effort, believe in
At Blind Ambition, we always strive to explore the latest technology to assess its accessibility and usefulness for people with disabilities. Recently, we had the opportunity to review the Remarkable Paper Pro tablet. While this device is not suitable for individuals with sight loss due to its lack of speech
