Discover global news through an accessible lens with The Highlighter News. We aim to break barriers and allow everyone access to information about the world they live in. Read more: thehighlighter.org #Autism #learningdisability

So many sporting achievements, but for me 2023 will always be the year of the Special Olympics. When Ella Curtis learned how to ride a bicycle - and won on the streets of Berlin. Captured by⁩ ⁦Rasheed Speede⁩ ⁦Special Olympics⁩ ⁦Special Olympics GB⁩

Do you or someone you know have a learning disability or autism? Read our latest article explaining the Northern Ireland strikes here: thehighlighter.org

The Highlighter News had a great time visiting Orchardville to talk about the news, writing and much more. Articles written by participants will be live on our website soon! thehighlighter.org

Yeah! Ultimate Thunder on BBC Breakfast right now

Join Matilda & Linzi and Rock Your Socks this March! 🧦 Matilda Rocks her extra Chromosome for Mencap because of the amazing support she received when Matilda attended the Mencap Children’s Centre in Belfast! 💕 Hear what Matilda’s Mum Linzi had to say about Matilda’s

Not long until the inaugural Belfast #InclusiveSpirit Tourism Conference. An amazing line up & a full house. There’s still space to register for the online stream of the event. Thrilled at the energy around this. A credit to all involved, particularly Belfast City Council. 💜

Did you know we offer support to expectant and new parents with neurodiverse conditions? Through days out and skills training we work to building confidence and planning for future employment. For more information contact Michele on 07719518462 or [email protected]

Mencap NI and Oscar Winning Ambassador Dr James Martin MBE, team up with Better Belfast to launch fitness challenge for Belfast City Marathon. We are delighted to announce that we have teamed up with Better to raise awareness of the benefits of physical activity and support people

𝐅𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐈𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚 🎥 𝐃𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲   Watch the trailer to an exclusive BBC Sport documentary on our National Winter Games   Produced by Joe Wilson & Rasheed Speede, it airs Saturday on BBC iPlayer & BBC News   #Folgaria2024 | #InclusionInAction

Get involved in our upcoming challenge events! 🙌 There are limited places left on our Zipline challenge on Sunday 10th March and our Europa Abseil challenge on Sunday 19th May! Registration places are discounted until 29th February. Sign up now 👇 autismni.org/fundraising-ev…

This is how some of us celebrated Valentine’s Day. Hope you had a great time like we did. ❤️

🌟 Exciting News Alert! 🌟 Welcome to the revamped Silent Perspectives page! 👋 We're thrilled to introduce you to a whole new world of understanding and appreciation for nonspeaking individuals with a bit of a difference.

Last night's Valentine's Black Moon disco was a perfect example of social inclusion!!! ❤️

We are challenging children across Northern Ireland to take part in our big STEM flight experiment! It couldn’t be any easier - Design and craft your own paper plane, decorate it your way, and name it. 😄 Find out more 👉 tinyurl.com/LNIPaperPlanes #NISF24 #FoldAndFly NI Science Festival

I could do with your help to reach my fundraising target. Every single share and donation makes a difference. gofund.me/fbf59f14

smartsurvey.co.uk/s/5WYJRC/ Speak up and be heard. Disabled people need more access to services that others take for granted. We need to be properly included and not just as an afterthought.