International Day of Disability
- Award-winning presenter on BBC Radio
- Disability activist and accessibility consultant
- Ambassador for RNIB and Mattel’s Blind Barbie
Lucy Edwards is a broadcaster, journalist, and author whose work challenges perceptions around disability and champions inclusive design.
After losing her eyesight at the age of 17 due to a rare genetic condition, Lucy began using her platform to raise awareness and drive positive change around accessibility and representation. Her work reaches millions globally, with over one billion views of her content and a combined social media following exceeding 2.8 million.
Lucy began her career with the BBC in 2017 and became the first blind presenter on BBC Radio 1 by 2019. Her presenting credits include award-winning documentaries for the BBC Travel Show and high-profile accessibility events for major technology companies.
Lucy was awarded the RTS Breakthrough Presenter title in 2024 for her documentary Japan: The Way I See It, having won the RTS Best Documentary award for her earlier travel feature, How Does A Blind Girl Go On Safari?
Her first book, Blind Not Broken, incorporates both Braille and NaviLens features, enhancing access to everyday experiences for readers with disabilities.
Lucy provides expert consultancy to Fortune 500 companies, including Google, Meta, and Procter & Gamble, helping organisations implement effective accessibility frameworks and inclusive hiring practices. Her collaboration with Pantene introduced NaviLens technology to product packaging, revolutionising accessibility for visually impaired consumers. This practical approach to universal design demonstrates how businesses can embrace accessibility as both a social responsibility and a market opportunity.
Lucy continues to challenge stereotypes through her podcast But I’d Never Marry a Blind Woman, co-hosted with her husband Ollie, as well as through her public speaking, media appearances and consultancy work. Her message is clear: disability is not a barrier to impact, and inclusion benefits everyone.
Book Lucy Edwards to transform your organisation's approach to inclusion with expertise that combines lived experience with professional insight.
Lucy's Showreel and Videos
Topics, Sessions and Talks
Resilience: Turning Setbacks Into Strength
Lucy Edwards shares her journey of experiencing sight loss at 17. She discusses effective habits and practical coping tools that teams can implement to enhance resilience and productivity, as well as habits for high-pressure roles. Attendees will gain valuable insights into adapting to challenges and utilising strategies that promote wellbeing in demanding environments. Join Lucy to learn how to thrive through adversity.
Disability Inclusion At Work
In this talk, Lucy Edwards highlights the importance of Disability Confident thinking, covering key areas such as inclusive language, reasonable adjustments, hiring practices, career progression, and effective allyship. She focuses on fostering self-belief within organisations, enabling employees to confidently disclose their disabilities or mental health needs. Attendees will learn how to create a supportive environment that empowers individuals to leverage their strengths and thrive in the workplace.
Building Teams Where Disabled Colleagues Thrive
Lucy Edwards explores inclusive leadership and its vital role in fostering environments where disabled and neurodivergent colleagues can thrive. She discusses effective strategies for building diverse teams, the importance of measuring inclusivity, and how to maintain accountability in leadership practices. Attendees will learn practical approaches to enhance team dynamics, promote equity, and create a supportive workplace culture that values all individuals.
Accessibility In Products And Comms
Lucy Edwards will discuss the concept of "accessible by default," exploring its application in packaging, digital platforms, events, and wayfinding. She will highlight the importance of integrating accessibility into every aspect of design and planning, ensuring inclusivity for all users. Attendees will learn practical strategies to implement accessible practices in their projects, enhancing user experience and fostering a more inclusive environment. This session aims to empower participants to prioritise accessibility in their work.
Why We Recommend Booking Lucy
Award-winning presenter and disability activist Lucy Edwards transforms organisations' approach to inclusion by combining her powerful personal journey with actionable strategies for accessibility that have already influenced Fortune 500 companies like Google and Meta. Book Lucy to gain invaluable insights on implementing inclusive design principles that will strengthen your organisational culture while addressing both social responsibility and market opportunity.
A massive thank you for being part of the event last night - it was wonderful to have you there and as part of the panel, you were AMAZING, AS ALWAYS!
You were brilliant - passionate, eloquent, and pulled no punches!
We also learnt so much working with Lucy and the experience will be something I take going forward into my career
