Disability Access Consultant, Coach & Trainer: Beyond Barriers, Towards Success
HI, I’M PHILIPPA BRADFORD
Dedicated mentor and coach, accessibility expert, wheelchair user, and passionate advocate for a more inclusive and supportive society.
Imagine a world where every individual, regardless of their abilities, can pursue their goals and dreams, both personally and professionally. The work I do, and the way I do it, reflects this vision.
Here’s How I Can Support You
As a specialist nurse, accessibility consultant, disability advocate, speaker and trainer. I provide clarity and guidance in the form of 1:1 mentoring and coaching. True transformation happens when rooted in empathy, compassion and awareness and I help people move beyond their current circumstances towards fulfilment, contentment and
success.
I have first hand experience of the barriers disabled people encounter every day, I also work with venues and organisations in the Arts & Culture Industry. Through consultancy and training, I show them how to create accessible, inclusive spaces designed to benefit visitors, colleagues and creative partners.
Having trained with The Centre for Accessible Environments (CAE), I know how important it is to address a wide range of disabilities in my work, including autism, dementia, mobility and physical disabilities, and those who are blind, visually impaired and/or D/deaf.
Did You Know?
In the UK, there are roughly 16 million people living with a disability (DWP 21/22). That’s 24% of the total population. Every single person either knows someone with a disability or has a disability themselves, if not now then potentially at some point in the future.
INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT
Personal and Professional 1:1 Mentoring and Coaching
Disability Form Filling & Benefit Applications
I specialise in supporting people with disabilities, chronic conditions and ill health who are feeling stuck, isolated and overwhelmed. As your coach and mentor, I can show you how to move beyond barriers to achieve your fullest potential.
I provide practical form filling support with plenty of empathy and understanding because I’ve been exactly where you are. If you’re struggling with your PIP application or any other (in)accessible admin, I’m here to simplify the process and eliminate stress.
For Venues and Organisations in the Arts & Culture Industry
Accessibility Consultancy and Training
Guest Speaking
My consultancy services are designed to address the specific needs of your organisation. Don’t worry if you don’t know what these are! I can help you identify areas you need to work on and guide you towards the right solutions, incorporating some or all the services detailed below:
- Accessibility Training
- Access Consultancy
- Inclusive Recruitment Processes
- Access Audits
- Accessible Mystery Shopping
- Speaking and Training
With a background in healthcare, advocacy and entrepreneurship – not to mention my lived experience as a full-time wheelchair user with a chronic illness – I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my speaking engagements. (in)accessible admin, I’m here to simplify the process and eliminate stress.
my vision
I use the Social Model of Disability. Here’s Why…
The social model of disability helps us understand disability as a social issue, showing us how disabled people’s lives are made harder by society and its rules. It highlights the numerous ways we are disabled by our environment, and not just our disability.
Shifting the focus from the need to treat or fix an individual’s disability or condition, it encourages us to transform society, so everyone, no matter their personal situation, can join in equally.
I believe embracing and supporting diversity and inclusion gives us the power to create a more accessible, equitable world for all.
As with all models, this one has its limitations. Although it resonates with me, I understand not all disabled people identify with the social model of disability.
I respect the lived experience of individuals and their right to self-identify using language they are comfortable with.
I also know I can never be an expert in another person’s disability. I welcome any opportunity to learn from other disabled individuals so I can ensure their voices are valued and heard through the work I do.
Philippa’s disability training session exceeded my expectations in a lot of ways. Her expertise and lived experience as a wheelchair user added authenticity that is often lacking in such sessions. Philippa’s training was not only educational but also inspiring. I walked away not just with knowledge about disability and accessibility but with a newfound appreciation for the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities. Philippa’s ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and relatable manner made the training both enjoyable and enlightening. I would wholeheartedly recommend Philippa’s sessions to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of disability and inclusivity.
lets get started!
Whatever barriers you’re facing, I can show you how to move forward.
Whether you’re navigating life with a disability, managing a chronic health condition, or
trying to build an organisation that’s accessible and inclusive, I would love to help you make meaningful changes to achieve your goals.
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