Employment - Empowering Disabled Freelancers with Lydia Wilkins

The Sunflower Conversations

Unlock the secrets to thriving as a self-employed individual with disabilities in our latest episode featuring Lydia Wilkins, a freelance journalist and editor at Disability Review magazine. Hear Lydia's compelling personal journey as she navigates the workforce as an autistic person living with long COVID. We tackle the significant disability employment gap in the UK and explore why traditional nine-to-five office jobs often fall short in accessibility, making a strong case for the financial and personal benefits of freelancing.
Discover the essential support systems available for freelancers with disabilities, including Personal Independence Payment (PIP), and how they are crucial in managing day-to-day needs.
If you are experiencing any issues discussed in this podcast, please contact your healthcare practitioner.
For support

• Disability Review Magazine
• PIP - Personal Independence Payment
• Access to Work
• AccessAble

Hosted by Chantal Boyle, Hidden Disabilities Sunflower.
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Capitoli

1. Employment - Empowering Disabled Freelancers with Lydia Wilkins (00:00:00)

2. Advantages of Self-Employment for Disabled Individuals (00:00:30)

3. Support Systems for Freelancers With Disabilities (00:10:56)

4. Navigating Freelance Work With Disabilities (00:22:53)

5. Empowerment Through Self-Employment (00:36:54)