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Female Influencers Driving the Conversation on Disability Inclusion
It’s time to break through the stigma. The importance of having disability representation in the media is crucial The word stigma is...
Mindless Mag
Dec 10, 20224 min read


Making Workplaces Autism-Friendly
Some people choose to hide their illnesses rather than have others see them. Why? Because the word "invisible" could imply that a...
manuela-angelicapr
Dec 9, 20224 min read


Disability in the Workplace
Everyone should feel productive and valuable in the workplace. Employers must make reasonable adjustments in the workplace to allow...
mihaela-luminitapr
Dec 9, 20221 min read


Thyroid Cancer: Navigating the new me
Isabella Noulton on Thyroid Cancer, boundaries and mental health CW: This article discusses topics of cancer which may be distressing to...
Isabella Noulton
Dec 9, 20224 min read


Put Yourself in their Shoes
Even a little thing can make someone happier Have you ever thought about how it feels to be different? One billion people, or 15% of the...
nikitasisikin
Dec 8, 20222 min read


55.5 North Founders Interview
As part of our Disability 2022 campaign, we are hosting a fundraiser for Teenage Cancer Trust. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our...
katiemortimer2019
Dec 8, 20223 min read


The System must be Failing if TikTok is Actually Helping
CW: This article discusses topics of depression, mental illness, mental health and passive suicidal ideation, which could be distressing...
sophiemarlowe3
Dec 7, 20223 min read


'Personality and Pride': Disability and Identity Explored
In recent years, the U.K. has seen an increase in disability representations across public platforms. Whilst, individually, people have...
lillieberridge1
Dec 6, 20226 min read


The Invisible Disability
CW: This article discusses topics of disability and cancer, which may be distressing to some readers. I titled this article ‘The...
katiemortimer2019
Dec 6, 20223 min read
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[IM]perfectionists: The Genderless Lifestyle Brand
Hi, thanks so much for taking the time to talk about all things [IM]perfectionists today! First of all, we'd love to hear all about the...
Mindless Mag
Dec 6, 20224 min read


Mental disability: is it Truly Invisible?
So, what are the "invisible" disabilities we hear about? Meet Hannah. She has a family, clean house and seems like a lovely, outgoing...
abbiegreen2
Dec 5, 20223 min read


Interview: Lucy Collins on Lymphoma, Living with Cancer and Documenting her Journey
Lucy was diagnosed with Stage 3 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in 2018. Having just reached her four years in remission, Lucy has decided to share...
katiemortimer2019
Dec 5, 20227 min read


Falling through the Cracks of the Education System
Is the education system inclusive? From the age of 4 years old up until 16 years we are taught that exams define who you are. From such a...
stephaniepalterman
Dec 5, 20224 min read
‘Disability’: Life is all about Balance. Able doesn't mean Enabled. Disabled doesn't mean Less Able
According to a fact-sheet on persons with disabilities published by the United Nations in November 2021, around 15 per cent of the...
kejitop
Dec 3, 20223 min read


Lune Club Founders Interview
As part of Disability Awareness Month, we at Mindless are hosting a fundraiser for Teenage Cancer Trust. For every £1 you donate, you...
katiemortimer2019
Dec 2, 20222 min read


The Joy Thief on ADHD, Autism and how we can Increase our Awareness
Chelsea, also known as The Joy Thief, is self-diagnosed ADHD and autistic. The representation of these neurodevelopmental disabilities is...
katiemortimer2019
Dec 2, 202210 min read


Non-Visible Disabilities
And our education on them Content warning: This article discusses topics of mental health which could be distressing to some readers When...
maxbrierley3
Dec 2, 20223 min read


Changing Perceptions One Superhero At a Time!
The 3 young women striving to change perceptions of disability within the media. Firstly, a short introduction to my interest in this...
Emily Woodcock
Dec 1, 20224 min read


How to be an Activist in Conservative Britain
Since the new addition of “permacrisis” to the Collins Dictionary, many are wondering what they can do to address issues. “Permacrisis”,...
katiemortimer2019
Nov 29, 20224 min read


Interview: Jordan Ramsay on Cancer, Advocacy and the Power of Social Media
As the face of Stand Up To Cancer Scotland, Jordan advocates for awareness around the highs and lows of a young cancer survivor. Jordan...
katiemortimer2019
Nov 29, 20226 min read


Disability & Desire: Disabled people have sex too.
Myth Busting: Disabled people have sex: Over the years, the disabled community has been ostracized from conversations and settings...
isabellewallace20
Nov 19, 20223 min read


Performative or Informative: Can Social Media Activism Ever Be Authentic?
Obviously, all ‘trends’ have to start somewhere, but when is it seen as genuine and when does it become required to follow convention out...
katiemortimer2019
Nov 18, 20223 min read


The Exotic Pet Trade: Selfish not Sanctuary.
What is the Exotic Pet Trade? The exotic pet trade involves the selling and ownership of wild animals across the globe. This can be done...
isabellewallace20
Nov 18, 20222 min read


Has Feminism Become Whitewashed?
CW: This article discusses topics of racism which be distressing to some readers. The fight for feminism has been paramount to the female...
katiemortimer2019
Nov 15, 20223 min read
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