Today I met Sir Stephen Timms at an Innovate UK event following his speech. I was encouraged to hear that he will be looking at Personal Independence Payment (PIP), and that a steering group of 12 disabled people has been appointed as part of that process. Representation and lived experience
Blind Ambition is proud to be featured in Care Home Magazine’s article “Building Inclusivity”, which explores the critical importance of disability awareness and accessible practice within the care sector. Read the full article here:https://carehomemagazine.co.uk/building-inclusivity The feature highlights how Blind Ambition, founded by Seema Flower, is helping care providers transform their
Tonight, Seema Flower was honoured to attend an important reception at the House of Lords, hosted by Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson DBE DL on behalf of the Accessible Transport Policy Commission. Held in the historic Cholmondeley Room and Terrace, the event brought together parliamentarians, disabled people, industry leaders and transport professionals
Yesterday, Seema Flower was honoured to attend Coutts Bank for the official launch of the E2E x NatWest: Championing Entrepreneurs Who Break Barriers report — a powerful publication highlighting the journeys, challenges, and successes of disabled founders across the UK. Seema is featured in a multi-page case study within the
Blind Ambition is delighted to announce Seema Flower’s ongoing collaboration with UCL Medical School and St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, including St George’s Medical Training School. These partnerships are helping to shape the next generation of doctors by equipping them with the knowledge, empathy, and practical tools to
On Tuesday, 2 December, Seema Flower represented Blind Ambition at Barclays’ Disabled Entrepreneurs’ Growth Session at Canary Wharf — an inspiring morning dedicated to celebrating and amplifying the achievements of disabled-led businesses across the UK. Hosted at Barclays’ global headquarters, the event brought together disabled entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and banking
Each year on 3 December, the world marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) — a moment to recognise the achievements, challenges, and rights of disabled people globally. For Blind and Partially Sighted People, this day is not only symbolic but a vital reminder that accessibility, independence, and
Last night at the iconic Hilton Park Lane, Blind Ambition’s Managing Director Seema Flower was honoured with an Unsung Hero Award at the Heroes Awards 2025, recognising her impactful work in improving accessibility across the street works industry. These awards celebrate individuals who go above and beyond—those who save lives,
We’re excited to share that Blind Ambition will be exhibiting at Sight Village London tomorrow — Tuesday 18 November 2025 — and we’d love for you to join us at this brilliant event for blind and partially sighted people. This year, Sight Village London takes place at a brand-new venue,
