Lucy Edwards is a broadcaster, content creator, and disability activist known for advocating for accessibility and inclusivity within various industries. After launching her career with the BBC in 2017, producing content for Ouch! Disability Talk, BBC Radio 4’s In Touch, and BBC News Online, Lucy Edwards went on to become BBC Radio 1’s first blind presenter in 2019. Edwards first cultivated her platform by posting on YouTube in early 2014 under the name YesterdaysWishes, creating vlogs about her experiences and accessible makeup tutorials.
This new venture underscores her dedication to practical inclusivity and innovation within the beauty sector. Also in 2024, Edwards was shortlisted for Journalist of the Year at the Sense Awards, recognizing her impactful contributions to media and advocacy. Through her diverse work as a broadcaster, content creator, and entrepreneur, Edwards consistently champions greater accessibility and representation for disabled individuals across various industries.