TrainAbility

05/11/2024

As we celebrate Disability History Month, I want to remind everyone that around 85% of disabled people acquire their impairment or diagnosis later in life. This means many of us, like myself, experienced life as non-disabled for a time. I became disabled at 37 after a motorcycle accident, and until then, I didn’t truly understand what it meant to be disabled. I hadn't experienced the social barriers or discrimination disabled people face, and I wasn't aware of the close-knit, supportive community that exists within the disabled world.

Many of the leaders and advocates in the Disability Rights movement grew up with their impairments, and sometimes this makes me feel like an outsider, like I lack some of the insights that come from a lifetime of navigating a disabling society. As a Disability Equality Trainer, my unique perspective of having lived in both worlds is an advantage—I know firsthand what it’s like to move from non-disabled to disabled. However, I sometimes feel I miss out on the experiences of those who grew up with impairments and the wisdom that comes with that. When I first became disabled, I struggled with unconscious biases and held unrealistic expectations of myself. But as I connected more with the community, I found incredible support and purpose.

Fighting for disability rights is about fighting for human rights. Even if you don’t currently have an impairment, disability is a natural part of the human experience, and it could impact you or your loved ones at any point. Being disabled has changed my life for the better, and I feel honored to be part of this movement. With the right support and societal changes, disabled people can lead full, productive lives. We’re all here today thanks to generations of disabled activists who’ve pushed for equality, yet there’s still so much more to do.

So, in honor of Disability History Month, let’s stand together. Reflect on what it means to be disabled, and consider how we can continue the fight for a world where disabled people are fully included and celebrated.

09/08/2022

06/07/2022

Made it to stop me and say hi

21/03/2022

If you’re new to TrainAbility, here’s a brief introduction of what we provide as a company & the major benefits it can provide to your business both short & long term!

Our main goal is to work towards creating a more inclusive workforce, catering towards the 20% of the population that is Disabled.
There are no disadvantages to creating a more inclusive workforce and accessible space for your disabled patrons!

We’re a small, family run company based in Corby, Northamptonshire providing tailor-made training packages providing Disability Equality to all members of staff, adapting it to suit management, customer service, recruitment and many more sectors dependant on your needs as a business, big or small.

We can also carry out Access Audits of your premises, making sure that all necessary reasonable can be made for you staff and customers alike, providing you with an apprehensive list of changes that you can make to make your business more inclusive.

More details, including details on our team members and contact details are all on our website! Feel free to have a browse & we’ll always respond to messages if you have any questions.

Kindest regards
Your TA team!

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18/03/2022

Happy Friday to all our followers on this lovely day, we hope you’re enjoying the first tastes of spring this week!

Apologies for the radio silence over the last few weeks. It’s been a crazy start to the year for us here at TrainAbility!

We thought it appropriate to share this huge milestone for British Sign Language, going straight through its first hurdles at the House of Commons in a valiant effort to recognise BSL in a language in its own right.

As added by Disability Minuster, Chloe Smith, "Legally recognising BSL will create a more inclusive and accessible society, improving the lives of deaf people and helping public services to do it right,"

Have a read below:
https://lnkd.in/d77jfUbq

A bill requiring public bodies to promote sign language is set to be passed by MPs.

24/10/2021

Why do some people find it difficult to be considerate to and with ?

26/08/2021

We want to join the rest of the world in showing our support to the Paralympians in Tokyo and commend them for all the years of hard work and training that’s gone into competing in the games. 

Becoming the best at what you do is a huge accomplishment and it really should be celebrated, regardless of the results at the end. 
The Olympics and Paralympics leave the world feeling motivated, physical activity is one of the best things for the brain and the body so be inspired and find something new to bring you joy!

Given the last 18 months, having something to celebrate together, not only as a country or a nation but as the human race, feels extra special this time around. 

Team GB, we’re behind you 100%!

18/08/2021

We are half way through ‘Don’t Be A Bully month’ and it’s a time to reflect on the times you were bullied in school. Most of us were and some were the bullies and only realised it later on in life. However, even in adulthood, there are still people bullying those who ‘appear weaker’ than them. In the disabled community especially, when someone sees someone who looks different or acts different than they do, bullies feel the need to try and take advantage of them. For whatever reason, it makes bullies feel better about themselves. Most of us can stand up (metaphorically) for ourselves, but if you see or hear bullying taking place, I hope most people would have the strength to step in and at least call the bully out. Every minority group needs allies. When someone not belonging to a minority community can stand up and speak out on their behalf shows others that there are strength in numbers.

07/07/2021

Hi and welcome to our new followers.

Here, you will see regular posts about discussions around Disability and Equality. This week, we are following the progress of Heidi Crowter's court case against the government about “fighting for people with disabilities to have equal rights to life”

I can't put it better than Ruben Reuter did in his interview on Channel 4 yesterday. Please take the time to watch and listen to what he has to say.

https://www.channel4.com/news/woman-with-downs-syndrome-to-challenge-abortion-law

In his latest report for us, Ruben Reuter investigates why people like him are seen as different in the eyes of the law

30/06/2021

Welcome to TrainAbility! 👋

We are a training company, based in Northamptonshire, with the main focus on Disability Equality Training (DET), but with a few other strings to our bow.
We have an extensive list of services that we offer, all delivered by highly skilled professionals with lived experience & years of training.

Our goal is to help remove societal barriers by training and raising awareness for the disabled community, bringing to light the importance and benefit of equity and equality in and out of the workplace.

Please, take a few moments to browse our website & keep your eyes open for our posts in the future.
If you have any questions about us or our services, feel free to get in touch through LinkedIn or our "Contact Us" section via the website!

We hope you'll join us in our excitement for what's to come!😊



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