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Disability and Poverty: Breaking the Cycle of Inequality

Disability and poverty are deeply intertwined, and when they co-exist, the barriers multiply. Families with disabled children are more likely to experience financial hardship, social exclusion, and mental health challenges, yet they often receive the least support. According to recent research, including findings from The Childhood Trust, the cost of living crisis has placed even more strain on already stretched services, making it harder for social workers to meet the needs of families with disabled children.

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Researching Poverty and Vulnerability

To truly support vulnerable families, we must see poverty for what it is—a pervasive risk factor that influences every other domain of a child’s life. More than just economic deprivation, poverty reduces access to opportunity, stability, and wellbeing. Investing in early intervention, social work training, disability inclusion, and long-term support for care leavers and young carers is essential.

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Strengthening Public Health Research in Wales

In support of these national efforts, Disabled Entrepreneur UK is proud to partner with a leading market research agency, offering access to relevant datasets and analysis upon request. This partnership provides valuable insights into health inequalities, disability demographics, and socioeconomic factors that can help inform and enrich public health research initiatives across Wales. By aligning lived experience, academic expertise, and practical evidence, Disabled Entrepreneur UK contributes to building a more inclusive, informed, and forward-thinking public health research ecosystem.

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Can You Forget Trauma?

Trauma is the emotional and psychological response to an event—or series of events—that overwhelms a person’s ability to cope. It’s not just about what happened, but how it made you feel: unsafe, powerless, or deeply shaken. Trauma can stem from a one-time incident like an accident or loss, or from long-term experiences like abuse, neglect, or living in constant fear.

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Understanding Trauma: The Silent Struggle That Shapes Lives

Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that overwhelms a person’s ability to cope. It can stem from a one-time event or a series of ongoing circumstances and often results in long-lasting psychological effects. Trauma reshapes how a person sees the world, interacts with others, and processes emotions.

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Navigating Grief Through Daily Life and Work After Discovering a Partner’s Infidelity​

Navigating life after discovering a partner’s infidelity is undeniably challenging. The emotional upheaval can affect every facet of your existence, from personal relationships to professional responsibilities. However, by acknowledging your emotions, seeking appropriate support, and implementing coping strategies, you can begin the journey toward healing and reclaiming your sense of self. Remember, you are not alone, and with time and support, it is possible to emerge stronger from this experience.​

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The UK Government’s Quiet War on Disabled People: Are Human Rights Under Threat?

The UK government’s approach to disability rights, mental health legislation, and human rights law is cause for serious concern. These policies, when combined, could lead to a society where disabled individuals are stripped of their autonomy, denied financial support, and placed under state control. If we do not act now, we risk allowing history to repeat itself. The rights of disabled people must not be sacrificed in the name of cost-cutting measures. It is time to push back against policies that prioritize financial savings over human dignity.