If you watched the Paralympics, then you might be familiar with goalball. If unfamiliar, it's a three person a side fast paced game designed for people with visual impairment. They use a ball with bells embedded in it and each team must try to throw the ball in their opponent's goal.Jade, a keen goalball player, talks us through how they got into the sport and how it's important for disabled people to have the same access to sports like this rather than people being dismissed for having a disability.Click the link to find out more:https://www.scope.org.uk/news-and-stories/paralympics-goalball-scope-jade

In true Paralympic spirt, Chris Nikic crushed an Ironman triathlon, and he also happens to have Down syndrome.Chris Nikic and his father took time out of their day to give a special speech to a school in Pennsylvania, USA, to inspire the students and staff alike.Oh, and did I mention he's also in the Guinness World Records? Read the article to find out more about the amazing and inspirational athlete.https://www.pennlive.com/news/2021/08/first-person-with-down-syndrome-to-finish-ironman-triathlon-visits-central-pa-school.html

Sobah is an Aboriginal-owned, non-alcoholic beer company that infuses native ingredients into its beverages. Each craft beer is designed to promote healthy lifestyle choices and wellness, social equity, sustainability, raise positive awareness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, smash stereotypes, unite people and of course, quench thirst.It's a great idea if you are looking for a refreshing (and meaningful) change during lockdown.Image: https://sobah.com.au/

A TikTok video is doing the rounds where a London restaurant presented a woman with a braille happy birthday message made of chocolate.One small act of inclusive kindness can make the world of difference. Let's make these kinds of inclusive acts commonplace.Now, try not to cry as you watch this touching moment by clicking the link https://www.comicsands.com/blind-woman-braille-birthday-message-2654712631.html

The European Disability Forum outlines the way the Disability Rights Strategy will benefit those with disabilities.This strategy has the potential to change the lives of people with disabilities throughout the EU, by benefiting them in areas like employment and social services.Hopefully, this will inspire other regions outside the EU to implement similar strategies and improve society for everyone. No one should be left behind.Click the link to find out more: https://www.edf-feph.org/a-new-journey-for-disability-rights-the-european-disability-forum-welcomes-the-new-disability-rights-strategy-2021-2030/