On October 28th-30th 2022, the latest Diversity Fashion Week took place in Amsterdam. Since 2018, this annual event is dedicated to improving inclusivity and diversity in all forms on the runway.

Beyond just being the right thing to do, there are several reasons why wheelchair accessibility matters for your business.

Located inside the Hollandsche Manege, the Living Horse Museum includes the opportunity to experience the riding school’s stables and interact with its horses.

The biggest TK Maxx in The Netherlands just opened up on Damrak 79. It’s one of the most wheelchair-friendly shops in Amsterdam.

The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam is continuously improving its accessibility for visitors with a disability. It now has its very own adult changing facilities.

Open in the spring, Keukenhof is a stunning flower garden located in Lisse, The Netherlands. Thanks to a series of official Keukenhof videos you can now take a 360° tour of the gardens from afar.

Keukenhof is a gorgeous flower garden just 30 km outside of Amsterdam. Here’s a little photo series showing the beauty and colours of some of the 800 different types of flowers on show.

Keukenhof is a world-famous flower garden located in Lisse, The Netherlands. Find out just what makes Keukenhof so wheelchair-friendly.

When you have a disability, having the right mobility aid can make a world of difference. Not just to your mobility — but also to your independence, self-confidence, and opportunities to take part in the things you enjoy.

Amsterdam has a variety of wheelchair-friendly activities for children of all ages. Read on to find out about some of the best weelchair-friendly things to do in Amsterdam for kids.

You wouldn't just grab someone by the shoulders and pull or push them without warning. Yet just because I'm in a wheelchair people seem to think it's totally acceptable.

Knowing how to make your restaurant wheelchair-friendly can be challenging if you don’t use a wheelchair yourself. You might be thinking, where do I even start? What are the most important features? And what does it really mean to be ‘wheelchair-friendly’?

Welcome to a summary of disability support services offered to wheelchair users living in The Netherlands -- specifically Amsterdam. I've tried to provide an accurate overview, but please refer to the official websites for updated information.

2020 marked the second year for Able Amsterdam — and what a year it has been! Like many of us I’m especially happy about closing this annual chapter and welcoming what will hopefully be a (eventually) COVID-free 2021 for everyone.

Taking a shower, soaking in the tub, and using the toilet safely and independently are things many people take for granted. But what happens when you have a physical injury or disability that requires extra support to use the bathroom?

How do you feel about using a rollator at the age of 25? The other day* someone asked me this question after hearing about my accident and ongoing recovery.

If you follow Able Amsterdam, you’ll know I talk a lot about accessibility — being able to easily enter a building when you have reduced mobility. But what about “exitability”? How can we ensure people with reduced mobility can just as easily exit a building, especially during emergencies where lifts are off limits?

From its picturesque canals to the Amstel and IJ rivers, Amsterdam is a city with lots of waterways. With that comes the opportunity for some great waterfront dining. Read on to discover Amsterdam’s best wheelchair-friendly restaurants with a waterfront view.

In July 2019 I went to my occupational therapist to discuss a personal dilemma. My question was: How can I stay active, independent and cover longer distances without putting too much strain on my shattered femur?

Like in much of the world, museums across Amsterdam have had to close for the foreseeable future due to the coronavirus. With governments urging people to #StayAtHome as much as possible, many of us are looking for creative ways to avoid cabin fever.