Disability Newsletters and Magazines to Subscribe To
Author: Ian C. Langtree - View Credentials
Published: 1 Jan 2009 - Updated: 8 Nov 2026
Publication Type: Instructive / Helpful
Table of Contents:
Synopsis - Definition - Overview - FAQs - Insights, Updates - Related Content
Synopsis
This information lists established disability magazines and email newsletters that readers can subscribe to, grouped by country. It covers U.S. titles such as New Mobility, ABILITY Magazine and Exceptional Parent, UK sources including Disability News Service, Disability Horizons, Enable and Disabled Motoring UK, and Australian publications such as Link Magazine, the AFDO newsletter and a government disability update. It also explains how to subscribe and what to look for, such as accessible formats and writing by disabled people. Regular newsletters are an easy way for people with disabilities, families, caregivers and professionals to keep up with news, rights, research, products and events.
At a Glance
- 1 - New Mobility was launched in 1989.
- 2 - United Spinal Association has published New Mobility since 2010.
- 3 - Disability News Service sends its stories to subscribers every Thursday.
- 4 - Link Magazine is published six times a year in print and online and also sends a weekly email newsletter.
Topic Definition
- Disability Newsletter
A disability newsletter is a regular publication, usually sent by email or mail, that shares news, information and resources about disability with subscribers. Newsletters are produced by disability organizations, charities, government agencies and independent publishers, and they often cover rights and policy changes, research, assistive technology, services, events and personal stories for disabled people, families and professionals.
Overview
Many disability organizations, charities and independent publishers produce magazines and email newsletters that bring news, lifestyle features, research and advocacy updates straight to readers. Some are free, while others need a paid subscription or a membership. This list covers established disability publications in the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia that can be read online or delivered by email or mail.
United States Disability Magazines and Newsletters
- New Mobility: A magazine for active wheelchair users, launched in 1989 and published by United Spinal Association since 2010, covering travel, health, relationships, equipment and disability rights [New Mobility, 2026].
- ABILITY Magazine: A long-running magazine covering health, assistive technology, employment, sports, the arts, travel and universal design, with interviews with well-known people with disabilities.
- Exceptional Parent (EP Magazine): A resource for families of children and adults with special needs, with practical information on education, health and daily living.
United Kingdom Disability News and Magazines
- Disability News Service: An independent news agency run by disabled journalist John Pring, which describes itself as the UK's only specialist disability news organization and sends subscribers its stories every Thursday [Disability News Service, 2026].
- Disability Horizons: An online lifestyle publication started by campaigner Martyn Sibley and his friend Srin Madipalli, which publishes articles on a wide range of topics, many of them written by disabled people.
- Enable Magazine: A UK disability lifestyle magazine with news, features and interviews.
- Disabled Motoring UK: A campaigning charity for disabled drivers, passengers and Blue Badge holders, which publishes a magazine for its members.
Australian Disability Magazines and Newsletters
- Link Magazine: A national cross-disability magazine published six times a year in print and online, with a weekly email newsletter [Link Magazine, 2025].
- Australian Federation of Disability Organisations (AFDO): The national body representing organizations of people with disabilities, which shares news and advocacy updates by email.
- Disability Update: A free email newsletter from the Australian Government health department with news on disability policy and programs.
How to Choose and Subscribe
Most publications offer a free email newsletter through a sign-up box on their website, while print magazines may need a paid subscription or membership. If you need them, check that a newsletter comes in accessible formats such as plain text email, large print, audio or easy read, and look for publications written or edited by disabled people for a first-hand view. Organizations for a specific condition, such as multiple sclerosis, autism or hearing loss, often publish their own newsletters with news on research, services and local events. Publications change over time, so check that a title is still active before you subscribe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are disability newsletters free?
Most email newsletters are free, while some print magazines charge for a subscription or come with membership of an organization.
Can I get a newsletter in an accessible format?
Many publishers offer large print, audio, plain text or easy read versions on request, so contact them to ask what is available.
How do I unsubscribe from a newsletter?
Use the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email newsletter, or contact the publisher directly to be removed from the mailing list.
Are there newsletters for parents of disabled children?
Yes. Exceptional Parent, parent training and information centers and many condition-specific charities publish newsletters for families.
What is the best source of disability news?
There is no single best source. Combining an independent news service, a major charity newsletter and updates from your government gives balanced coverage.
Do disability charities send research updates?
Many charities for conditions such as MS, autism, spinal cord injury and hearing loss send regular updates on research, clinical trials and services.
Can I write for a disability magazine?
Yes. Many disability magazines and websites welcome pitches from disabled writers, so check their contributor guidelines.
Are there podcasts about disability?
Yes. Many disability organizations and disabled creators produce podcasts covering news, lifestyle, advocacy and personal stories.
References
- Disability News Service. (2026). About us.
- Link Magazine. (2025). Link Magazine, April - May 2025. The Intermedia Group.
- New Mobility. (2026). United Spinal news. United Spinal Association.
Insights, Analysis, and Developments
Editorial Note: Disability publishing has changed a great deal since the days of printed newsletters sent by mail, and many smaller titles have closed or moved online, so it is worth checking that a publication is still active before subscribing. Independent outlets run by disabled journalists often cover stories that mainstream media miss, such as changes to benefits, care services and accessibility law, while charities for a particular condition give the most detailed updates on research and local support. Following a mix of a national news source, a lifestyle magazine and a newsletter for a specific condition gives a well-rounded picture.
Author Credentials: Ian C. Langtree is a writer, editor, and the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Disabled World, which he established in 2004 as one of the longest-running independent resources for disability news and information. Over more than two decades, he has written and edited thousands of articles on disability rights, health, accessibility, and assistive technology. Drawing on a global perspective shaped by extensive travel and lived experience, Ian is a committed advocate of the Social Model of Disability, the framework developed by disabled activists in the 1970s that focuses on removing societal barriers rather than on individual impairments. His writing is grounded in that framework and in a lasting commitment to disability rights, accessibility, and social inclusion. To learn more about Ian's background, expertise, and accomplishments, visit his full biography.