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Seven Tech Tools to Support Neurodivergent Employees in the Workplace
When it comes to access needs, everyone is different. It’s worth having a conversation with someone to ask what works for them. Here are some tech tools that may make a difference in the workplace. 1 – Captions Adding captions to your company’s videos benefits...
Six Top Tips for Booking Accessible Travel for a Colleague
Most of us have that moment at work where we’ve had to book travel either for ourselves or a colleague. For employees who are disabled, Deaf, or neurodivergent, this process can feel more complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. With thoughtful planning, you can ensure...
Making services accessible to people with learning disabilities
Did you know that there are estimated to be over 1.5 million people in the UK with a learning disability? Did you also know that you have a duty under the Equality Act (2010) to ensure that people with learning disabilities are not placed at substantial disadvantage when accessing your services?
What is the disability pay gap and how can we close it?
When it comes to the workplace, as much as we hate to admit it, not everyone in the office is treated equally. Gaps in employment and pay packets sadly exist which show we have a long way to go when it comes to equality.
UK Disability History Month: recognising the worldwide fight for human rights and equality
UK Disability History Month (UKDHM) is an annual event that aims to highlight the history and achievements of disabled people especially those who have fought for equality and human rights. The event was started in 2010 and has been celebrated ever since from November 16th until December 16th. It joins other history days such as LGBT+ History month in February and Black History Month in October.
Myth Busting Series: Makaton and BSL
At Enhance the UK, we frequently deliver Disability Awareness Training in schools, universities and businesses across the UK and abroad. One of our main focuses is on the teaching of British Sign Language (BSL). We regularly get asked about the difference between Makaton and BSL in these sessions and have realised how important it is that more people are made aware of these differences. It’s time to bust some more myths, here we go…
Sallie’s experience living with a rare disease
“I was born with a disability called Holt-Oram Syndrome. It affects the bones and muscles in my entire upper body and causes Congenital Heart Disease. Don’t worry if you haven’t heard of it, no-one has – even doctors. It’s really rare.”
Myth Busting Series: Reasonable Adjustments
At Enhance the UK we provide disability awareness training to organisations in many different industries, for example; hospitality, retail, education, transport and finance. One thing we often find regardless of the industry, is the number of misconceptions employers have on reasonable adjustments.
Myth Busting Series: Wheelchair Users
This month Enhance The UK’s Zoe Lloyd debunks common myths about wheelchair users you and your organisation need to know.
Myth busters – Dyslexia
This month we debunk the common myths about the neurodivergent condition, dyslexia, that you and your organisation need to know.
Interview with actor Brinston Tchana
Now living in the West Midlands, Brinston grew up in Spain. Aged 17 he was about to sign for Atletico de Madrid Football Club when he was hit by a drunk driver. The accident, which left him paralysed, forced many changes in his life, including the end of his promising sporting career. Read on to discover more about his life, career goals and what 2020 has in store.
Interview with Martyn Sibley
Martyn Sibley is the co-founder and CEO of the Purple Goat Agency, an influencer marketing agency connecting brands to disabled people around the world. He also founded Disability Horizons, a community magazine by disabled for disabled people. Martyn grew up with Spinal Muscular Atrophy and is a wheelchair user, international conference speaker and travel blogger. He chats to Enhance The UK about why disruption can be a positive thing.
Podcast with Recruitment Expert Jodie Bowles
Jodies Bowles is an Associate Director with recruitment firm Badenoch and Clark UK. Based in their Central London office she has extensive industry experience. In this 20 minute podcast Jodie chats to Enhance The UK about disability and the workplace. She offers industry insights and practical advice on how to create a welcoming and inclusive culture for disabled employees within your organisation.
Neurodiverse-friendly job interviews
Job interviews and applications are never fun, but they can be extra hard for those with neurodiverse conditions. Neurodiversity can also include autism, Tourette’s syndrome, ADHD, dyslexia and dyscalculia.
Interviewing dyslexia candidates – Improving the application process
Neurodivergence and people with dyslexia can bring so many assets to an organisation or role which neurotypical people may not. However, the application process often alienates potential candidates, this can be easily solved.
Five quick ways to make sure your event is accessible
When it comes to choosing an accessible venue for a conference or a work event, it can seem really complicated to know where to start. We tend to think of accessibility in terms of people who may use wheelchairs but in reality, there are a lot more considerations we need to think of.
How to make healthcare appointments more accessible for D/deaf patients
It’s never fun having to go to the doctor but for some people, it can be really difficult too. Not having accessibility in mind when it comes to providing healthcare services or appointments can have long-term, lasting effects on people’s health.
6 tips for supporting autistic colleagues in the workplace
The workplace can be a completely overwhelming experience – especially if you are autistic. It is estimated that one in seven people may be neurodivergent which means someone on your team may have one or more of the conditions that come under the neurodiversity umbrella.
Top tips for making your social media accessible
Social media is a big part of any business, charity or organisation these days. It’s a fairly cost-effective way of letting people know what and where your business is. However, it has a few downsides, one of which is how much time it takes to grow your audience and develop your online content.
9 technology changes that can support D/deaf colleagues or those with hearing loss
When it comes to access needs, everyone is different. However, there is some technology you can consider changing, introducing or installing in the office to help support D/deaf colleagues or those with hearing loss.
What is Disability Pride Month and why do we need one?
June and July mark queer/LGBT+ Pride Month and Disability Pride Month. While most people will know what LGBT+ Pride Month is and how it is celebrated, there is more confusion around Disability Pride Month.
If you have ever wondered what, when and most importantly how to mark the occasion, then our blog will explain everything you need to know.
Festivals and accessibility: top tips from the Enhance the UK team
The summer can mean many things, good weather, holidays and the odd cheeky pint in a hot beer garden. One thing it definitely means is the return of the summer music festival.
How to book a British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter
If you are organising an event, there are a thousand things you need to think of before the big day. Booking a BSL interpreter can often go forgotten about but it is really important if a D/deaf person has asked for one for an event or meeting. It’s important to ask if someone requires one in advance.
Myth Buster: supporting employees with cancer in the workplace
Globally, Cancer is now a very common diagnosis. One in two people are thought to develop cancer in their lifetime. Prostate, breast, bowel and lung cancer are some of the most diagnosed within the UK.
There are lots of different ways you can support a colleague with cancer but it’s important to separate fact from fiction.
Disability Awareness Training: Get 20% off in our Black Friday Deal!
Looking to book Disability Awareness Training for your organisation in the New Year?
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We are launching our Black Friday deal where you can get 20% off disability awareness training if you book or enquire from now until 21st of December 2024.
Networking event: Join us at our alpine ski lodge for Mingle all the Way
Enhance the UK would like to invite you to our ‘mingle all the way’ festive networking event to celebrate all their achievements this year and plans for 2025….
Inclusive Christmas Celebrations: accessibility for everyone
Christmas is a time for celebration, but it can also present barriers for many disabled people. This may stop someone from engaging actively in the activities and leave someone feeling excluded. There are lots of different barriers that have to be overcome so that Christmas can be enjoyed equally by everyone writes Rosie Buckley.
Top tips for using inclusive language
Language moves on incredibly quickly, especially now that we have social media. It’s easy to get confused about what is inclusive language or what words are out of date, offensive or could potentially cause an awkward situation.
Our 6 Top Tips to Being Guide Dog Aware and Friendly
Ever wonder what the right etiquette is with guide dogs? Is it really okay to touch or feed them?
It can be really tempting to touch or feed them, but it can be dangerous to distract a dog when it is working. Guide dogs are dogs that are specially trained to support people with visual impairments. They tend to be golden retrievers, labradors, or a mix. Guide dogs are a mobility aid for their owners, helping them to avoid obstacles and navigate.
How to Celebrate Disability Pride Month at Work: 5 Easy Tips for Employers
July marks Disability Pride Month, which is a time to honour the diversity, history and contributions of disabled people everywhere. For employers, it’s not just a chance to show support but a great way to create a more inclusive workplace.