New on the Blog: Why my disability isn’t the only thing that defines me.
“It’s powerful to exist in a space where your identity isn’t defined by a single trait.” lifeofablindgirl.com/2026/03/08/w...
Reminder on #WorldBookDay that listening to audiobooks is still reading.
I’m convinced rattiness is a chronic illness symptom at this point, because whenever fatigue hits, it puts me in the worst mood 🫠
A big yes to the offering of live audio description for today’s FA Cup match between Arsenal and Aston Vill. Such a big step in the right direction for accessibility of the women’s game 🙌
When thinking about accessibility, one of the most important things you can do is listen to feedback from disabled people.
Listen, learn, and do better next time. Take it as an action, rather than a defensive reaction.
This is also me. For the record, I'll very happily read 2000 words on accessibility!
I’m here to ask you to add a little something extra to your list of goals and intentions for the next 12 months: prioritise accessibility and inclusion.
I’ve shared 10 ways how you can do exactly that in my first blog post of 2026 👇 lifeofablindgirl.com/2026/01/04/1...
New: What I wish I was taught in school as a disabled person.
I’ve taken to the blog to add some important lessons to the curriculum. Here’s my timetable which would include independent living skills, disability advocacy, and so much more. lifeofablindgirl.com/2025/09/21/w...
Oh I love this. Thank you Lisa!
How lovely are these notes from mine and @lifeofablindgirl.bsky.social's talk at @accessgiven.bsky.social?
Stage. Two white women behind the podium. Big screen showing live (human written) captions.
At #AccessGiven25 inaugural conference in Newcastle.
First new thing for me is audio descriptions of yourself (gender, race / colouring, hair style and clothes!)
Up first, @lifeofablindgirl.bsky.social and Helen Dutson.
“We want you here too.” 🖤
Meaning, accessibility efforts are a love note.
Calling disabled people ‘brave’ or ‘inspirational’ for going about their everyday lives isn’t the compliment you think it is.
I really just go around telling people "I'm just a little under the weather today" as if there has been a day in the last 15 years where I've been over it.
Reminder to social media managers: accessible social media content isn’t a nice to have, it’s a necessity.
Please prioritise accessibility so that everyone can access the content you’re sharing and join in on the conversation.
🟣 Holly is a disability advocate, social media accessibility champion at RNIB, and blogger at @lifeofablindgirl.bsky.social
🟣 Helen is a creativity and accessibility advocate who’s worked on accessible and boundary-pushing campaigns with @rnib, Specsavers, Bodyform, and many more.
Although last night’s defeat hurts, ITV’s offering of audio descriptive commentary for blind and visually impaired fans felt like a big win for accessibility of the women’s game. As a blind fan, having every single visual detail relayed back to me audibly was the best result. #WEuro2025
Happy #DisabilityPrideMonth! I’m proud to be disabled. And I’m proud to be claiming my space in a world where I don’t fit the mould.
The Access:Given brand identity of shapes floating around text that reads: three months to go!
🚨 Three months to go!
In three months, on 10th September, Access:Given will be taking place at Newcastle Helix.
We've got great speakers @ettiebaileyking.bsky.social , @craigabbott.co.uk, @heldutson.bsky.social , @lifeofablindgirl.bsky.social and @rachelanne.bsky.social of @contentdesign.london/
What a great thread. Thank you for the mention!
Thank you again for listening, Tim 😊
Did you know Bluesky has a setting that will remind you to add alt text before posting any images?
Global Accessibility Awareness Day is a great day to help you get that set up.
Go to "Settings," then "Accessibility." Select the checkbox for "Require alt text before posting."
#GAAD #GAAD2025
A typed letter taped to a blue background. It reads: "Dear Employer, Flexible hours, remote work, and reasonable adjustments aren’t perks — they’re essential for removing the barriers disabled people face in the workplace. If you want our talent, invest in our access. Sincerely, A disabled job seeker." An envelope icon is in the bottom right corner, and the hashtag #GAAD is below the letter. The Disability Wales logo is in the top right corner.
A typed letter taped to a blue background. It reads: “Dear Local Authority, You said your new centre is ‘accessible.’ Then you built it with heavy doors, fluorescent lights, and just one Blue Badge parking space. Compliance isn’t the same as usability. Respectfully, Someone who still can’t access your building.” An envelope icon is in the bottom right corner, and the hashtag #GAAD is below the letter. The Disability Wales logo is in the top right corner.
A typed letter taped to a blue background. It reads: "Dear Social Media Manager, You wrote a great post — then published it as an image with no alt text. To me, that’s a blank screen. Words matter. So does access. Yours accessibly, A screen reader user." An envelope icon is in the bottom right corner, and the hashtag #GAAD is below the letter. The Disability Wales logo is in the top right corner.
A typed letter taped to a blue background. It reads: "Dear UK Government, Slashing vital disability benefits whilst ignoring the everyday barriers we face is not a route to work — it’s a road to ruin. Until those barriers are removed, these cuts will only deepen poverty and inequality. Firmly, Disabled people in Wales." An envelope icon is in the bottom right corner, and the hashtag #GAAD is below the letter. The Disability Wales logo is in the top right corner.
Access is a right, not a luxury.
This #GlobalAccessibilityAwarenessDay, we’re calling on everyone — from government to social media managers — to take responsibility for the barriers they create.
Read the open letters below.
✉️Who would you write to?
#GAAD
Happy Global Accessibility Awareness Day! Friendly a reminder that accessibility should always be a priority, not an afterthought. #GAAD
Not only did I attend the 7 goal thriller between Arsenal and Manchester United over the weekend, I was also provided with the most amazing audio descriptive commentary.
You can read about my experience of attending the match in my new blog post. #BarclaysWSL lifeofablindgirl.com/2025/05/12/w...
New on the blog: How I became a confident disability advocate.
From learning my rights, knowing my worth to feeling empowered by my disability, here’s how I got there. lifeofablindgirl.com/2025/04/06/h...
Sometimes I see something which makes me feel like we’re taking huge strides in making the world more accessible.
Then something else happens which makes me feel like we’ve taken a step backwards.
Either way, the good fight continues 💪
Something that I love about the disabled community is how we always come together to support each other. Although things are terrible right now, we’re all there for one another 💛
Coor Down latest video for World Down Syndrome Day(March 21)
Hell yes! 💯 all of this! Disabled people have the expertise on their own lives—listen to them, amplify their voices, and don’t make decisions for them without their input. #BeAnAlly
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Loved chatting to Nina. Thank you for having me!
Holly Tuke wearing a black polka dot dress, standing in front of a castle. Underneath is the RNIB logo - See differently.
Listen to Holly Tuke, Social Media Officer @rnib.bsky.social who shares her favourite social media campaign and thoughts on what an inclusive future would look like in our new #LivedExperience podcast with Nina Chesworth.
Listen: ow.ly/G1uw50Ul5IY
Read more: www.visionary.org.uk/latest/visio...
