Our mission is to empower disabled people and those with long-term health conditions to overcome barriers and build thriving, sustainable businesses – with wellbeing, flexibility, and inclusion at the centre.
We believe that self-employment should be an option for everyone. But we know the system isn’t always set up that way. That’s why we provide practical, person-centred support to help you navigate business ownership in a way that works for you.
Who We Are
Business Beyond Barriers is a project from Accounting for Good CIC – a values-led, purpose-driven social enterprise based in the North East. We combine professional expertise with lived experience of disability to create coaching, workshops, peer support, and resources that are accessible, inclusive, and real-world practical.
We understand that running a business while managing your health isn’t easy. But with the right support, it can be possible — and powerful.
Who We Work With
We support disabled entrepreneurs, freelancers, and founders with long-term physical or mental health conditions across the UK — whether you're:
Exploring a business idea
Starting out with self-employment
Rebuilding after a setback
Ready to grow, but unsure how
If you’ve felt excluded by traditional business support, this space is for you.
What We Offer
Everything we do is built around inclusion, wellbeing, and empowerment:
Coaching that’s flexible, compassionate, and shaped around your goals
Workshops covering business skills and personal resilience
Peer support and community where you can be yourself
Co-working and connection spaces in Blaydon and online
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions — we co-create support that works with your life, not against it.
What Makes Us Different
We are led by lived experience, not just theory
We focus on sustainable self-employment, not hustle culture
We create spaces where wellbeing and business go hand in hand
We measure impact through real progress and people’s stories, not just numbers
Our approach is rooted in respect, flexibility, and hope — because disabled entrepreneurs have so much to offer, and too often face barriers that shouldn’t exist.
Join Us On Your Journey
Whether you’re testing an idea, feeling stuck, or ready to grow — you belong here.
Let’s build something that works for you and helps create a more inclusive economy for everyone.
Explore our support or get in touch – we’d love to hear your story.