A charity has vowed to make journalism an “open avenue” for disabled people as it enrols new students on its programme.

Ability Today’s Academy for Disabled Journalists is now taking on new recruits on to its course, which is accredited by the National Council for the Training of Journalists.

The scheme was founded by Ability Today founder Grant Logan and the NCTJ to deliver the level 3 Certificate in Foundation Journalism qualification for disabled journalists.

Alumni include journalists Jamie Green, who works for ITV, and Emily Davison, who works for Newsquest.

Grant, pictured, said: “Our mission is to spotlight what people with disabilities can do, rather than what they can’t.

“We are lighting up new paths, bridging the gaps, and ensuring that the world of journalism becomes an open avenue for disabled individuals to shine.”