Disability Equality North West - DENW

20/10/2026

It’s that time of year again to get your nominations in… this award is to recognise a disabled person who has made a positive impact on the lives of other disabled people in Lancashire.
Nominations close on Friday 13th November 2026.

It’s that time of year again to get your nominations in… this award is to recognise a disabled person who has made a positive impact on the lives of other disabled people in Lancashire. Deadline for nominations to be returned is Friday 13th November 2026. If shortlisted, both you and your nomina...

19/10/2026

Community Lunches every Thursday at DENW Community Hub - Disability Equality North West

A quick reminder about our weekly community lunches! Join us every Thursday from 12.30pm till 3pm. Food will be served until 1:30pm – Tea, Coffee and Biscuits available till 4pm Location: Disability Equality (NW) Ltd. Community Hub23 Sedgwick Street, Preston, PR1 1TP1pm–3pm every ThursdayNumber ...

17/10/2026

Pathways to Work fund opens but campaigners warn of barriers

Businesses and charities can bid for a share of a £60m government employment support fund.

14/10/2026

The New World of Educational AI – BridgingApps

The New World of Educational AI Categorized in: Events Posted on: July 16, 2026 Last updated on: July 16, 2026 Written by: Katherine Swarts Comments: 0 The Texas Computer Education Association (TCEA) held a virtual AI for Educators Conference on June 9–11, 2026. There were over 50 programs and wor...

12/10/2026

Shane Gilchrist and Rob Wilks: The Deaf UK and Ireland Academics group – aiming to create a friendly, welcoming space (BSL)

DUKIA (Deaf UK and Ireland Academics) is an informal group that brings together deaf academics and researchers from across the United Kingdom and Ireland. Since its founding around 2005, it has gro…

10/10/2026

When You Can’t Do Things the Way You Used To - Tiny Buddha

Sometimes you can't put your life back exactly the way it was. You just have to figure out what you can do with the life you have now.

09/10/2026

🏆 A huge congratulations to our very own Mel Close, who has won the Dougie Lowe City Ambassador Award at the Preston High Street Heroes Awards!

A fantastic and well-deserved recognition of everything Mel does for DENW and the wider Preston community. 💜

Read more about Mel's award and what it means to her 👇
https://disability-equality.org.uk/denw-ceo-mel-close-wins-high-street-heroes-awards/

07/10/2026

The one change that worked: Anxiety had me hiding from the world – then two magic questions set me free

I used to be terrified of socialising, certain I would embarrass myself the moment I opened my mouth. And as for dates …

05/10/2026

Using Visual Supports for Emotional Regulation in Children

Explore how visual tools help neurodivergent children identify, understand, and manage their emotions more effectively.

03/10/2026

Check out our photo blog from this week's Blue Light Day 2026 Event at The DENW Community Hub
https://disability-equality.org.uk/blue-light-day-2026-event-at-the-denw-community-hub/