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We have a 30-year history of advocating, designing and providing appropriate services, support, wheelchairs, and assistive technology (AT) to under-resourced countries worldwide. We're committed to making the world more inclusive #MakingSpaceforDisability
No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” Aesop. The truth is, while not all of us can be on the frontline with organisations like the Red Cross or Médecins Sans Frontières, we can all take action. This blog explains how. https://motivation.org.uk/2025/08/19/world-humanitarian-day/
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Today, we celebrate the courage of humanitarian workers who stand with communities affected by crises. For us, it’s also a reminder: in emergencies, disabled people must not be left behind. Too often, they face even more barriers to accessing necessities, emergency support and places of safety #WHD
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Cuts to international aid and increased political hostility threaten to turn back progress on inclusion – especially for disabled people in less-resourced settings. That’s why Motivation launched #NowMoreThanEver.
🔗 https://motivation.org.uk/2025/05/23/richard-hawkes-new-blog/ #disabilityrights
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We thought the world might need this reminder today.
Despite recent global events, we believe that with reason, kindness, and a shared commitment to fairness and equality, we move forward — stronger and more united.
As Margaret Mead said, "it’s the only thing that ever has."
Frustrated and angry by the aid cuts?
The UK gov is slashing foreign aid to 0.3%, lowest in 25 yrs. The impact? Truly devastating for disabled people, women, kids.
Use our MP letter template.
Stand up. Speak out.
🟡 Download: www.motivation.org.uk/nmte
#NowMoreThanEver #AidCuts #InclusionMatters
Disability rights are under attack.
Aid is being slashed.
Millions will lose access to healthcare, education & humanitarian aid.
We won’t stay silent.
Join our campaign: Now More Than Ever. Act. Share. Speak out.
www.motivation.org.uk/now-more-than-ever
#NowMoreThanEver #DisabilityRights
Celebrating inclusive sport with our new frame runner! Built for comfort, control & accessibility, helping more people walk, jog, or run. Adjustable, portable, and made for all.
Check our last post to vote on its name! #AdaptiveSports #FrameRunner #RaceRunning #IDSDP
Want more people in sport? Invest in Assistive Technology (AT).
Latest research confirms that everyday AT, including wheelchairs, hearing aids and prosthetics, break down barriers & open access to sport.
Sport is a right, not a luxury.
Find out more:
🔗 https://www.mdpi.com/2673-7272/5/1/31
⏳ Just 2 days left! Using the wrong wheelchair cushion can mean pain & injury.
Join our webinar this Thursday to hear from global experts and and people with lived experience on what really matters.
📅 27 Mar | 10:00 GMT
🔗 Sign up: https://bit.ly/4ilqnN2
#WheelchairCushions #DisabilityRights
⏳ Just 2 days left! Using the wrong wheelchair cushion can mean pain & injury.
Join our webinar this Thursday to hear from global experts and and people with lived experience on what really matters.
📅 27 Mar | 10:00 GMT
🔗 Sign up: https://bit.ly/4ilqnN2
#WheelchairCushions #DisabilityRights
We’re launching a new frame runner, designed for comfort, access & adaptability, but it needs a name!
What’s your pick?
A. 🔥 Flame
B. 🌤️ Skye
C. 🖤 Raven
❓ Got a better idea?
Reply with your favourite or suggest your own. Release coming Summer 2025!
#FrameRunning #FrameRunner #RaceRunning
Webinar - Wheelchair Cushions: Sitting on a Time Bomb
A wheelchair cushion isn’t just about comfort—it affects health, posture & mobility.
Join us for this live webinar with experts & lived experiences.
📅 27 March | 10:00 GMT (45mins)
🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/4ilqnN2
#MakeSpaceForDisability
An infographic shows the following stats: Winter Games 2010 Vancouver Paralympics 0 Gold medals won by GB team 0 Silver medals won by GB team 0 Bronze medals won by GB team 44 countries participated 5 sports took place 7 male GB athletes competed making up 2% of the total number of male athletes who competed. 5 female GB athletes competed making up 4% of the total number of female athletes who competed.
#OnthisDay in 2010, the Opening Ceremony for the Vancouver Winter Paralympics took place.
502 athletes competed in 64 events. The British team competed in Alpine skiing & Wheelchair Curling. ♿
Here are some GB stats!
Find out more about the Vancouver Games here: bit.ly/2010WinterGa...
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Tomorrow is #IWD2025 – A year later, nothing has changed.
Disabled women still face double discrimination:
🔹 3x more likely to have unmet healthcare needs
🔹 3x more likely to be illiterate
🔹 2x as likely to lack education or work
We need action. See how we’re fighting back: https://bit.ly/4i6gYZx
Three books to read on #WorldBookDay share personal insights into life with a disability.
👉 Sitting Pretty: The View from My Ordinary Resilient Disabled Body by Rebekah Taussig
👉 A Kids Book About Disability by Kristine Napper
👉 If You Really Love Me, Throw Me Off the Mountain by Erin Clark
Today marks #InternationalWheelchairDay2025.
(3 of 3) We spoke with Justin Jesudas, a member of our Business Development Board — on why the right wheelchair is essential.
📢 Share to raise awareness
✍️ Use #InternationalWheelchairDay2025 to share your story
https://iswp.org
#DisabilityRights
Today marks #InternationalWheelchairDay2025.
(2 of 3) We spoke with Justin Jesudas, a member of our Business Development Board — on why the right wheelchair is essential.
📢 Share to raise awareness
✍️ Use #InternationalWheelchairDay2025 to share your story
https://iswp.org
#DisabilityRights
Today marks #InternationalWheelchairDay2025.
(1 of 3) We spoke with Justin Jesudas, a member of our Business Development Board — on why the right wheelchair is essential.
📢 Share to raise awareness
✍️ Use #InternationalWheelchairDay2025 to share your story
Learn more: iswp.org
#DisabilityRights
📢 UK Aid Budget Cuts: a devastating blow to disabled people
The Prime Minister must restore the UK’s commitment to inclusive aid and leadership on the world stage.
#UKAid #ForeignAid #DisabilityRight #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilitySupport #CharityWork #DisabilityCharity
The Right Wheelchair Matters
International Wheelchair Day - 1 March
For 80M people, a wheelchair means independence. But access is limited, and not all wheelchairs meet users' needs.
Join us and ISWP in raising awareness.
📢 Share your story #InternationalWheelchairDay2025
🔗 iswp.org
£40,500 Raised—Because of You!
Christmas may seem like a distant memory, but the impact of your generosity is still changing lives.
Thanks to your support, we raised an incredible £40,500 that will change a life, a family, and even a whole community.
Thank you. ❤️
#DisabilityCharity
Today, on #WorldDayofSocialJustice, we want to thank our incredible communities, partners, supporters, and advocates for striving with us to build an inclusive and just world.
Your commitment helps break down barriers to inclusion for everyone, everywhere.
#SocialJustice #DisabilityRights
95% of Kenyans who need a wheelchair don’t have one.
The Made AT Kenya project is pioneering national wheelchair manufacturing, reducing our reliance on imports and ensuring that disabled people can access high-quality mobility aids.
https://bit.ly/412DoDv
#WorldDayOfSocialJustice #SocialJustice
Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day. Here's a list of ways you can support Motivation’s work:
💰 Donate
🎁 Charity Gifts
🤝 Partner With Us
📝 Leave a Legacy Gift
🎉 Fundraise
📣 Advocate
Every pound, every effort, and every act of kindness makes a difference.
🔗 https://bit.ly/456IBvS
💌 This Valentine's, leave a lasting legacy of love.
Write your will for FREE with Motivation: https://motivation.org.uk/legacy
A legacy gift can:
🦽 Provide wheelchairs for independence
🏅 Support inclusive sports for confidence
💡 Enable education for brighter futures
#ValentinesDay #LeaveALegacy
We’re #hiring a new Design Engineer in Bristol, England.
Apply today or share this post with your network.
https://motivation.org.uk/join-us/vacancies/
Closing Date: 19th February 2025
We are excited to welcome Jennie Wong to our Board of Trustees!
She is an inclusion strategist with 15+ yrs of global expertise in sport, disability and social change. Her dedication to championing equity, diversity, and inclusion aligns with our mission to create a more inclusive & equitable world.
