Seema Flower, a trailblazer in accessibility and inclusion, is set to speak at the Inclusive Design for Sustainability Conference at the Glasgow Science Centre on 17–18 March 2025. Hosted by RNIB Scotland, this conference will bring together global leaders, innovators, and accessibility advocates to discuss the latest advancements in inclusive
Leadership is often associated with vision—both metaphorically and literally. However, some of the most influential CEOs in the UK and beyond have demonstrated that sight is not a prerequisite for leadership. This article explores blind CEOs who have reshaped industries, challenges the idea of “blind spots” in leadership, and advocates
At Blind Ambition, we know that finding employment as a visually impaired job seeker is about more than just job applications and interviews—it’s about believing in yourself, overcoming barriers, and developing the resilience to keep going. Thanks to funding from The National Lottery, we recently delivered a Confidence & Resilience
For blind and partially sighted women, safe and accessible transport is not just a convenience—it’s a necessity. Whether commuting to work, attending social events, or navigating daily life, the ability to travel confidently and securely is fundamental to independence. Yet, many visually impaired women continue to face significant challenges when
Blind Ambition WhatsApp Community Guidelines Welcome to the Blind Ambition WhatsApp Community! We have set up and run a network of WhatsApp groups to provide peer support for Blind and Visually Impaired (VI) individuals. These groups aim to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive space where members can connect, share
We completely understand the need to reduce fraud in the benefits system. However, when it comes to lifelong or progressive disabilities, such as blindness, repeated reassessments feel unnecessary, stressful, and a waste of valuable resources. At Blind Ambition, we see firsthand the challenges disabled people face every day. Living with
The recent public accounts committee report has laid bare the harsh reality of Britain’s disability benefits system: it is failing those who need it the most. With disability benefit claimants waiting, on average, ten times longer than others to have their calls answered, and many facing devastating underpayments, it is
Recent revelations have cast a harsh light on government departments’ handling of public services, from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) spending over £50,000 of taxpayers’ money to block the release of a safeguarding review, to HMRC facing accusations of “deliberately degrading” phone services to push taxpayers online. These
With Donald Trump back in the White House, his administration has swiftly taken action to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives across federal agencies. Executive orders have already put all DEI federal staff on leave with a view to dismissal, the head of the Coast Guard has been fired
