Helping fundraisers support Mencap Children's Centre in Belfast

25 March 2025

By Mencap

In this article Catherine O’Hara, Mencap's Northern Ireland Senior Community and Events Manager, shares a story from someone she supported in Belfast to complete a series of fundraising events.

Down Syndrome Day: Breaking down barriers

21 March 2025

By Mencap

Dr James Martin MBE, actor and Mencap's ambassador for Northern Ireland, talks about Down Syndrome and breaking down barriers.

Our concerns about changes to benefits

20 March 2025

Ismail Kaji

Parliamentary and government officer Ismail Kaji talks about the government's plans to change benefits for people with a disability, and what you can do if you're worried about their proposals.

Hiba talks about Ramadan

11 March 2025

By Mencap

In this article by Hiba Momen, Mencap's Supported Internship Programme Manager, talks about being a practising Muslim and fasting during Ramadan.

Bella Palmer 2025 London Marathon story

5 March 2025

By Mencap

Find out why Bella Palmer will be running the London Marathon in support of her brother Oli.

Patience, representation done right

5 March 2025

Amy Clarke

In this article Amy talks about the theme of autism in Patience, a new TV drama

Soaps , dramas, films and mental health

5 March 2025

Amy Clarke

In this article Amy talks about how mental health issues are portrayed in TV and film.

Call the Midwife and disability

4 March 2025

Amy Clarke

In this article Amy talks about an actor who has Down Syndrome who stars in the popular BBC TV series Call the Midwife.

Campaigning for change at the Houses of Parliament

25 February 2025

Matthew Harrison

Find out what happened when our group of experts and advocates presented their evidence to MP's regarding the difficulties faced by people with a learning disability locally.

Stewarts Run Club take on London Landmarks Half Marathon 2025

20 February 2025

Find out about this amazing team of lawyers who are taking on an incredible challenge for Mencap

IBC Healthcare's badminton success!

19 February 2025

Find out more about IBC Healthcare's badminton fundraiser

Alice and Becky are taking on the 2025 London Marathon for Mencap

18 February 2025