Disability History Month

Disability History Month: Film, TV and book recommendations

The below article is a collection of titles that share individual stories and others that offers insight into various disabilities and some that challenge ablest views on what it means to be disabled.

Disability History Month: The opportunities and challenges in employment

Disability History Month commences on the 14 November with this year's conversation focused on employment for those with a disability. Read on to find out more.

Feeling lonely? Top tips to find your community

Starting University brings an overwhelming mixture of emotions. Some may experience anxiety from leaving home and living independently, others may feel a sense of freedom and excitement about starting a new chapter and being able to do what you want, when you want!

Disability History Month: Film, TV and book recommendations

November 16 marks the start of Disability History Month, a campaign, Beds SU is committed to support each year. As part of our campaign we have put together a variety of titles to read and watch.

The Importance of Sign Language

According to the British Deaf Association, there are approximately 151,000 people in the UK who use sign language as a way of communication, and of this number round 87,000 are deaf. To help raise awareness on this important method of communication for those who are Deaf, have hearing impairments or learning disabilities, we have put together some information on the history of sign language and where you can find out more if you would like to learn more.