If I had a penny for every time someone told me that, upon recounting an instance of inaccessibility, I should sue, I’d probably be able to afford…… Read more “Legally Wheeled.”
Tag: Accessibility
Pride and Prejudice.
The term intersectionality was first coined by Dr Kimberlé Crenshaw to describe how being both Black and a woman exposed her to additional discrimination and prejudice, with…… Read more “Pride and Prejudice.”
It’s Never Just One.
As someone who doesn’t drive, partly because I don’t actually have a licence, & partly because of the extortionate cost of buying & maintaining an accessible vehicle,…… Read more “It’s Never Just One.”
Unreasonable Adjustments.
The Equality Act 2010 was brought into UK law a decade ago, with a whole section dedicated to disability & accessibility, yet all these years later many…… Read more “Unreasonable Adjustments.”
The Road to Hell.
They say that the road to hell is paved with good intentions, which would actually make it more accessible than the stairway to heaven. What is really…… Read more “The Road to Hell.”
Going Virtual.
By Sienna Fisher, a British disabled woman living with muscular dystrophy, & taking a special interest in Virtual Reality technology. “Life is difficult. This is a great…… Read more “Going Virtual.”
Vote With Your Wheels.
As the 2020 US Election approaches, & following the UK General Election last year, issues surrounding accessibility in voting have become increasingly important. From being able to…… Read more “Vote With Your Wheels.”
My Disabled Body, Still My Choice.
I’ve faced my fair share of online controversies; I’ve been criticised for my colourful language, for stating the fact that this blog has won multiple awards in…… Read more “My Disabled Body, Still My Choice.”
Individual Solutions for a Universal Problem.
The one-size-fits-all approach to problem solving does have its benefits. It’s more efficient in terms of time and resources, and you can help a lot of people…… Read more “Individual Solutions for a Universal Problem.”
The Burden of Inaccessibility.
Able-bodied people absolutely love to describe disabled people as a burden so that they can complain about us. Dr Phil, the struck-off psychiatrist who likes to exploit…… Read more “The Burden of Inaccessibility.”
Diary of a Disabled Person. 