Access All: Disability News and Mental Health

What does 2026 mean if you're young and disabled?


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It's a new year and we are finding out about the hopes and aspirations of three young disabled people around the UK.

At 17, Niamdh is School Captain at her college in Scotland and hoping for a career in politics. She took her council to court not too long ago and won a case which now ensures she gets adequate BSL support in the classroom - since then, she's been flying.
Seren has just started a new job in social media and is loving it. She has 750k of her own followers. But being blind means it hasn't always been easy to get companies to take her seriously when she applies for jobs. Seren gives some thoughts on when you should declare your disability on a job application and how she has landed a job in a supportive company.
And Izemrasen is 27 and working as a personal trainer in a gym. He's adapted his aspirations and career goals over the years due to creeping Ehlers Danlos Syndrome - a connective tissue disorder. He has become a regular wheelchair user and gives some top tips on how to find your voice and ask for the support you need.
Plus, BBC journalist Kit Taylor gives analysis on the bigger picture for young people.
Presented by Emma Tracey
Sound mixed by Dave O'Neill
Produced by Alex Collins
Series producer is Beth Rose
Editor is Damon Rose

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