About Sassy
Challenging stereotypes through education and humour: empowering you to be more disability confident
I’m Sassy Wyatt, 34 and been totally blind for just over 11 years now. I live near London with my Handsome and hilarious Husband Grant and our gorgeous Guide Dog Ida! 🐾
You may recognise me as the blind bride on Channel 4’s Posh Frock Shop aired June 2018, where I try on wedding dresses as a blind girl, designed and styled by the award-winning Ian Stewart.
You can still catch all the episodes of Posh Frock Shop on All4.
I’m an accessibility consultant, Author, Speaker and Content creator who adores travel and can usually be found planning my next adventure!
I’m passionate about changing the landscape of accessible tourism imploring destinations, brands and tourism boards to consider the needs and requirements of disabled travellers. Living with both arthritis and blindness, I give a very unique perspective of my local and International explorations.
On land, air and sea Ida has been on almost every trip and loves nothing more than exploring a new city or country with me. Soft adventure travel makes my heart sing but more often than not you’ll find me taking a walking tour, chatting with locals or eating my way through the culture, as this is how I appreciate and interpret my surroundings.
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My Story
Did you know that arthritis can cause a person to go blind?
Neither did I until it happened to me. At the age of seven I jumped off a swing in midair – because I thought I could fly – little did I know that breaking my arm would be the catalyst of the hereditary disease arthritis.
After eight years of being a wheelchair user, I was put on medication that quite literally change my life. Unfortunately for me however the arthritis started attacking my eyes and by the time I was 15; I was registered blind.
Blindness is a spectrum and although my medical team did everything they could for me, I lost my remaining vision in September 2013.
I now live my life as a screen reader user: using accessible technology to work my iPhone, MacBook and navigate a world that wasn’t built for me.
Alongside me is my guide dog Ida: who’s rambunctious tail and larger-than-life character has been putting a smile on everyone’s face since our partnership in 2017. My determination and her robust nature allows me to travel the globe and ultimately advocate for A more accessible and inclusive world.
Accessibility mean something different for every disabled person but inclusion means that you are willing to try.
The Mission of This Blog:
My mission is to shed light on the challenges I face as a blind person, providing a glimpse into the unique struggles and triumphs of navigating the world without sight. By sharing my experiences, I hope to foster understanding, and a deeper awareness of the daily barriers encountered by blind and disabled people.
Through my blog, I strive to be a valuable resource for both the blind community and those seeking to understand the world of accessibility. I provide practical tips, advice, and recommendations on a range of topics, from accessible technology to travel as a blind person, enhancing the lives of my readers and empowering them with the knowledge to create a more inclusive world.
As a blind traveller, I bring a unique perspective, offering first-hand accounts of the experiences but also the challenges of exploring the world without sight. I share my travel stories, accessibility reviews, and invaluable insights into navigating airports, public transportation, and unfamiliar destinations as a visually impaired individual. My aim is to inspire other disabled people to embrace the thrill of travel, while encouraging the tourism industry to prioritize accessibility.
Advocacy lies at the heart of my mission. I firmly believe in the power of collective action to drive change. Through my blog, I raise my voice and advocate for the rights and inclusion of disabled people in society, and hope that one day it will become the norm. I engage in conversations about accessibility standards, policies, and the need for universal design, while showcasing the contributions and talents of disabled individuals in various fields.
I aspire to empower disabled people to lead independent and fulfilling lives, breaking down barriers and inspiring others to embrace the transformative power of accessibility.
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