Attending the recent Lloyds Bank Disability and Inclusion event at BAFTA was nothing short of inspiring. It was here that I had the pleasure of once again meeting Martyn Sibley, a name synonymous with leadership, resilience, and transformative change in the world of disability inclusion. Martyn’s journey from facing immense
Diversity and inclusion are essential principles that shape the future of the performing arts, both on stage and on screen. With a growing demand for authentic representation, casting directors and their teams face the challenge of adopting more inclusive practices to reflect the true diversity of society. Blind Ambition, located
Today, Blind Ambition is thrilled to participate in the Street Works UK Annual Conference 2024 at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole. This year’s theme, “The Road Ahead – Making Street Works Work,” focuses on the critical role that the street works sector plays in supporting the UK’s infrastructure, economic growth, and
For those experiencing visual impairment, everyday life can feel like a unique journey filled with distinct challenges and opportunities. A supportive community is a lifeline, offering both practical advice and emotional encouragement. At Blind Ambition, we’ve been inspired by shared stories, practical advice, and some excellent resources shared within our
This Is What I’ve Been Arguing for Years: Disabled Young People Are Being Written Off As a fully qualified careers advisor and a disabled person myself, I have seen the challenges disabled young people face from both sides of the divide. For years, I’ve argued that too many young people
We are thrilled to announce that Seema Flower, Managing Director of Blind Ambition, made a triumphant return to her old stomping ground—Salon International 2024! Seema was there to continue her mission of championing accessibility in the hair and beauty industry, and it was an incredibly productive event. Over the course
We are excited to announce that Seema Flower, Managing Director of Blind Ambition, will be attending the Street Works UK Awards 2024 at the prestigious House of Commons Members’ Dining Room on Thursday, 10th October. This event will bring together leaders and innovators from the street works sector to celebrate
Seema Flower, founder of Blind Ambition and a passionate advocate for disability inclusion, took the stage at the MiDAS 30th Celebration event at Aintree Racecourse, marking an important milestone for the Community Transport Association. MiDAS, a leading initiative ensuring safe, legal, and comfortable journeys for disabled people in taxis and
At Blind Ambition, we champion the value of disability inclusion in the workplace. Recent research from Accenture, conducted in partnership with Disability and the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), further strengthens the case for employing disabled individuals. The findings are clear: companies leading in disability inclusion significantly outperform
