31 January 2025
Diversity and Inclusion at the Globe: Lamely in the Verse
Discover diversity and inclusion efforts at Shakespeare’s Globe, a world-renowned theatre,…
9 January 2025
Blind Writing Before Braille
Read on to discover more about early forms of Braille, through a study of Charles Cook's letters.
6 December 2024
Bringing your Whole Self to Work and the Limits of Assistive Technology
In this post, Gabril Hoskin explores assistive technology, anthropology, and accessibility.
15 November 2024
More Than Skin Deep: The Representation of Disfigurement in Modern Gaming
Read about the portrayal of facial scarring in videogame protagonists.
30 October 2024
Unearthing an Archaeology of Disability
Find out more about museums, archaeology, and the representation of disability in heritage spaces.
24 October 2024
A Memorable Visit to the Club
Read more about entertainment clubs for returning veterans in Second World War America
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