Naidex

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.

26/11/2025

Big changes are coming in 2026! Naidex is turning the page into a new chapter - shaped by accessibility, community & bold new thinking.

We recently filmed with Shani Dhanda to share all the exciting details! Watch the video below to see what’s in store.

What’s new?

A fresh Naidex look (yes… we went purple!) 💜

Naidex Junior – supporting children & young disabled people 🧡

A focus on Business Without Barriers, championing inclusivity and accessibility in the workplace💼

Naidex South Roadshow – coming in September 2026, bringing accessibility closer to communities across the UK 🚘

A revamped website 💻

…and that’s just the beginning!

Read the full story here - https://lnkd.in/eJsr6w9s

Video Description:
Dr Shani Dhanda in the Roar B2B office as she reveals Naidex’s new partnership with five specialist events: Care & Dementia, Business Without Barriers, Naidex Junior and Neuro Rehab.
Throughout the video, clips from the shows flash across the screen; rock climbing, dancing, speaker sessions, crowds entering the venue, and cute assistance dogs.
Each event title pops up as she mentions it.

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. 🌍

Read more and support the appeal: https://www.naidex.co.uk/news/whizz-kidz-launches-urgent-appeal-reopen-wheelchair-waitlist-amid-national-crisis

20/10/2025

Breaking barriers in film and TV 🎬✨

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.

Applications close 4th November, and training begins 25th February 2026.
Find out more and apply here: https://www.naidex.co.uk/news/netflix-launches-training-scheme-deaf-disabled-neurodivergent-accountants

10/10/2025

From London to Turin, four powerchair users set out to redefine what travel can look like. 🚆✨

The first-ever Race Across Europe saw disabled travellers journey from London to Turin using only public transport and their Series 5 powered wheelchairs.

Founded by Freedom One Life, the event celebrated design driven by lived experience and showed how technology and determination can create real change.

Their story will be told in a documentary later this year, and it’s one worth watching.
Read more here: https://www.naidex.co.uk/news/wigan-man-wins-inaugural-race-europe-powered-wheelchair-challenge

03/10/2025

Incredible news for the dance community 🎉
DanceSyndrome has been awarded over £340,000 in National Lottery funding to launch the Pathways to Thrive project creating accessible dance opportunities for children and young people with learning disabilities.

Founded by Jen Blackwell, who has Down’s Syndrome, DanceSyndrome has already changed lives with their adult programmes. Now, thanks to this grant, they’re opening up life-changing opportunities for children of all ages.

Read more: https://hubs.la/Q03M2RDY0

23/09/2025

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.

Deadline for entries: 12 September 2025
Full details: https://hubs.la/Q03F-CKS0

09/09/2025

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.

Head over to the Able Magazine giveaway page to enter: https://hubs.la/Q03G1yDS0

04/09/2025

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.

Read the full article here: https://hubs.la/Q03G1vRB0

02/09/2025

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

📖 Read more about the campaign: https://hubs.la/Q03F-LWV0

28/08/2025

Travel has always been more than a holiday for Carrie-Ann Lightley. 🌍 As a wheelchair user, it’s about claiming space, independence, and joy.

But true accessibility isn’t ticking boxes, it’s thoughtful spaces, considerate staff, and experiences that make you feel valued.

Carrie-Ann shares practical tips for disabled travellers, reflections on lived experience, and why Naidex 2026 matters for the community.

Read more here: https://hubs.la/Q03F-rPG0

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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!