Enable Magazine is the UK's leading disability and lifestyle title, filled with news, exclusive interviews and real-life stories from the disability community

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In the May/June issue, we speak with Paralympic gold medallist and @thecgf Athlete Ambassador Sammi Kinghorn about her next great challenge – motherhood. Joining her are musical comedian @RobertWhiteJoke, Tourette’s advocate Luke Manton, and survivor Darren Awolesi (1/3)
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“Disabled people have exactly the same right as everyone else to enjoy the matchday experience” With the World Cup kicking off in the US, Canada and Mexico today, and the English Premier League starting in August, we ask - how accessible is football for disabled fans? Read now ➡️
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“I’ve made my own community” Carers Week takes place from 8 to 14 June this year, with a focus on building carer-friendly communities. We speak to carers to learn more about their support networks. Read now on our website ➡️
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The recent release of I Swear has put Tourette syndrome in the spotlight and got people talking about what life with the condition is really like. Luke Manton knows how important those conversations are. To mark Tourette’s Awareness Day, we're sharing our interview with Luke ➡️
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“Sometimes we have to be uncomfortable to move on and live a better life” Sharp, self-aware and refreshingly honest, Robert White has built a comedy career by doing things his own way. His interview with Enable is now available on our website, link in bio ➡️
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“I felt a strange sense of injustice. Haven’t I been through enough?” Enable columnist @SamanthaRenke reflects on how a recent episode of ill health affected her self-perception as a Disabled person. Read now on our website, link in bio ➡️ PIC © NICKY JOHNSTON
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“I was so ill, I couldn’t even take the diagnosis on board” Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is about more than just being tired. Editor Melissa Holmes spoke to Isabelle Pearcey about living with the condition. To mark International ME Awareness Day, we’re sharing her story. Link in bio
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Chelsea Flower Show always gets people thinking about their own gardens🌿 Inspired by this week’s coverage, we’re sharing our feature Gardening for Everyone, which looks at how green spaces can be made accessible so that everyone can enjoy the benefits of gardening. Link in bio➡️
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During an unprovoked attack 15 years ago, Darren Awolesi sustained a spinal cord injury after being shot. His life changed in an instant. Darren shared with Enable how he’s found his purpose after his injury. Read the full story on our website, link in bio ➡️
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When life got tough, Sid Batty bought a stuffed duck named Quack to remind him that there was hope. He never imagined it would spark a global conversation about mental health. To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re sharing his story and the message behind Quack. Link in bio
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In the May/June issue, we speak with Paralympic gold medallist and @thecgf Athlete Ambassador Sammi Kinghorn about her next great challenge – motherhood. Joining her are musical comedian @RobertWhiteJoke, Tourette’s advocate Luke Manton, and survivor Darren Awolesi (1/3)
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PLUS: exclusive interviews with Liam Virgo on becoming disabled as a teenager, Chief Executive of @CarersUK Helen Walker on the importance of support networks, and CEO of @DFNSearch Kirsty Matthews on the benefits of supported internships. (2/3)
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We amplify the voices of disabled people through outspoken columns by @SamanthaRenke, Jane Hatton (@ETalentFirst) and @TRushbyS, plus there are in-depth articles on health, education, loneliness, and inclusion (3/3).
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NEW ISSUE ALERT 🥳 Inside the March/April issue we catch up with our cover star and amputee adventurer Luke Tarrant. Joining him are @ParalympicsGB curlers Jo Butterfield and Jason Kean, advocate ChronicallyJenni, and the sisters behind the @Dateabilityapp. (1/4)
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WITH: columns from @SamanthaRenke, Jane Hatton and @TRushbyS. (4/4)
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PLUS: exclusive interviews with the award-winning photographer behind @ArtOfMyOptimus, the CEO of @gda__online, and the founder of @NDinBusiness. 3/4
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In this edition, we highlight stories from disabled voices, share in-depth articles on health, education, and inclusion, plus give insights on advocacy, housing, and employment. (2/4)
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Today is Stroke Prevention Day and @thestrokeassociation are raising awareness that high blood pressure is the biggest risk factor and causes about half of all strokes.Stroke can happen to anyone, of any age, at any time. It's vital to spot the FAST signs and act fast to call 999
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New Issue 🥳We start the year in style with Strictly star, model & actor Ellie Goldstein. Joining her are Dr @MarieTidball, dementia changemaker Jordan Adams, @Sense’s Journalist of the Year @GraceMarner, and Tola Andu, who shares her experience of raising her autistic son Kevin.
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PLUS interviews with Holly Morris on her life-changing diagnosis, LadBaby Mum Roxanne Hoyle on accessible reading, and TV producer Rebecca Atkinson on how technology is improving accessibility.
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WITH regular columns from @SamanthaRenke, Jane Hatton and @TRushbyS.
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