Supporting the disability community for over 50 years.
Are you ready to embark on a truly incredible journey towards improving the lives of those in the disability community? Naidex, the UK's leading event dedicated to empowering and supporting disabled individuals, is back, and this time it's bigger and better than ever! Supporting the disability community for over 50 years, Naidex returns to the NEC on 19-20 March 2025, and we can’t wait to welcome you.
31/10/2025
Whizz Kidz is on a mission to get children moving again! 💫
After a challenging year, the charity has launched its Childhood Can’t Wait appeal aiming to raise £750,000 to reopen its wheelchair waitlist and provide life-changing mobility equipment to young people across the UK.
Every donation helps a child regain independence, confidence, and the chance to explore the world on their own wheels. 🌍
Netflix and the The Production Guild of Great Britain have launched a new training scheme for Deaf, Disabled, and Neurodivergent accountants, offering a fully funded, year-long pathway into the entertainment industry.
For the first time, this programme is open exclusively to Deaf, Disabled, and Neurodivergent applicants, providing real opportunities for inclusion behind the camera.
Throwback to some amazing highlights from Naidex 2025 💡
Boccia and Wheelchair Fencing with ParalympicsGB, Cookfulness with Ian Taverner at Village Green, and the LIVE lABLEd Podcast on disability in cinema all helped make it a year to remember.
Now it’s time to look ahead. Naidex 2026 is already shaping up to be unmissable.
Save the dates and secure your place today: https://hubs.la/Q03K45_Q0
(Plus… big news is on the way 👀)
16/09/2025
Looking back at Naidex 2025 still brings a smile 💜
From mindful gardening with Rocket Garden Design 🌱, to Mollie Pierce in conversation with Tom Jamison 🎤, and the buzz of Wheelchair Rugby with Village Green 🏉 the show was packed with moments to remember.
Naidex returns on 25–26 March 2026 at NEC Birmingham. Big news is coming soon 👀
Pre-register today: https://hubs.la/Q03JyZ4d0
11/09/2025
🎨 Calling all young creatives!
Naidex is excited to announce the Naidex Junior Mascot Competition, a chance for children and young people with disabilities or additional needs (aged 18 and under) to design the official mascot for Naidex Junior 2026.
The winning design will be brought to life and unveiled at Naidex 2026, with the young artist and their family joining us at the NEC to meet their creation in person.
This is more than just a design challenge – it’s about creativity, inclusion, and celebrating the voices of young people.
Win a break in beautiful Dorset with Able Magazine
Able Magazine is running a superb competition to win a break at Hill Lodge, a tastefully converted annexe offering accessible self-catering accommodation.
NRS Healthcare goes into liquidation, a major development in the health and social care sector.
NRS supplied nearly 40% of England’s community healthcare equipment. Its sudden collapse has triggered warnings from councils and health professionals about the risk to patients’ safety and dignity.
Occupational therapists are urging the government to address this crisis, stressing that equipment provision is pivotal to future health reforms.
Access to Work is a vital scheme supporting disabled people in employment yet less than 1% of eligible workers use it. Delays, low rates, and planned cuts are leaving people burned out, in debt, or losing support.
Their open letter urges the government to stop cuts and co-create a fit-for-purpose service.
Here’s how you can help:
- Sign the open letter.
- Join the LinkedIn group to connect and share stories
- Sign up for the mailing list to stay updated
Introducing Naidex Junior: A Dedicated Space for Children and Young People
Last week, we launched our exciting Naidex Junior Mascot competition, giving you a sneak peek into something special! So, what exactly is Naidex Junior?
Launching at Naidex 2026 (March 25-26 at the NEC), Naidex Junior is a vibrant hub dedicated entirely to the needs of children and young people with disabilities and additional needs. It's designed to connect families, carers, education providers, and healthcare professionals with the latest paediatric equipment, essential services, and invaluable support.
But there's even more! You can look forward to a dedicated theatre packed with insightful sessions, the return of interactive activities and sports on the Village Green, an adaptive climbing wall, and our popular mobility test track. Think of it as a central place to discover, learn and have fun!
ID: A vibrant graphic with "Introducing Naidex Junior" in orange text, set against a light grey and purple background. On the right, young people in white star-patterned outfits perform on a bright green stage, with a "Village Green" sign partly visible behind them.
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Naidex is Europe's most established event dedicated to the independent living and healthcare industries. Attracting 8,000 visitors from across the globe, the show brings together trade professionals, healthcare professionals and members of the public into the halls of Birmingham’s NEC for two days of opportunities, innovation, discovery and education.
As technology continues to evolve and society advances towards inclusion and accessibility, Naidex sets itself as the point of reference for the future trends set to take over the independent living and healthcare industries.
If you are working in the independent living industry, a professional from the health and care sector or a person with one or more disabilities, Naidex is a must-attend!
Discover the latest innovations, shop 200+ leading exhibitors, listen in to 100 expert speakers, participate in interactive features and interact with like-minded individuals in the hub of the independent living and healthcare world.
So whatever the purpose of your visit, whether you are looking to adapt your home to make it more accessible, find a job, get CPD points, learn the latest techniques, source new leads, introduce your latest product or service, you will find what you are looking for at Naidex. Register now for you free ticket at www.naidex.co.uk.
