👀1 in 5 people in Wales are disabled. But we're still underrepresented in politics and decision-making spaces. The Access to Politics Charter sets out how political parties can change that. Let’s aspire to achieve equity together. Read the Charter: www.disabilitywales.org/introducing-...

Falch o lansio ein Siarter Mynediad at Wleidyddiaeth, canllaw beiddgar ac ymarferol i gefnogi cyfranogiad, cynrychiolaeth a dylanwad pobl anabl mewn bywyd gwleidyddol ledled Cymru. Pleidiau gwleidyddol, mae'r cyfrifoldeb nawr gyda chi. Cymerwch y camau hollbwysig tuag at degwch.

Proud to launch our Access to Politics Charter this week, a bold, practical guide to support disabled people's participation, representation & influence in political life across Wales. Political parties, the next step is yours. Commit to the Charter & take action towards equity.

🧭 Ac felly mae'n dechrau... Mae'r Siarter Mynediad at Wleidyddiaeth yma! Canllaw beiddgar i bleidiau gwleidyddol gael gwared ar rwystrau ac adeiladu Cymru fwy cynhwysol a chynrychioliadol. Rydym yn gwahodd pleidiau i gymryd y cam cyntaf tuag at degwch. www.disabilitywales.org/cyflwyno-sia...

🧭 And so it begins... The Access to Politics Charter is here! A bold and practical guide for political parties to remove barriers & build a more inclusive, representative Wales. We invite parties to take the first step toward equity. Read the Charter: www.disabilitywales.org/introducing-...

Are you a disabled person passionate about disability rights and inclusion? We’re recruiting a Disability Engagement & Inclusion Officer to lead partnership work with Citizens Advice across Gwent and Cwm Taf Morgannwg. Apply by: Midday on Thu 15 Jan. ow.ly/o9px50XM9NE

Thriving means living your life with confidence, not caution. Disabled people deserve access to information, services and opportunities without barriers. Our manifesto sets out how political parties can make that a reality. www.disabilitywales.org/from-barely-... #FromSurvivingToThriving

Christmas closure dates. 🎄 Our team will be logging off for the holidays later today. We’ll be back at our desks on Monday 5 January. We’ll respond to any enquiries received during our office closure when we return. Merry Christmas, everyone. Nadolig Llawen!

🌟DW’s 2025 highlights. It's been an incredibly challenging year for disabled people, but there have been important achievements too. Huge thanks to our amazing team and to our members and allies for your continued support. Here’s what we’ve been proud to work on.

We were proud to stand alongside the chairs of the Disability Rights Taskforce and its working groups at the launch of Welsh Government’s Disabled People’s Rights Plan. Its delivery must remain a priority for the next Welsh Government. Read our statement: disabilitywales.org/disability-w...

Human rights are essential for disabled people’s dignity and independence. This #HumanRightsDay, Disability Wales joins 180+ organisations calling on the UK Government to defend and strengthen our rights, not undermine them. Leadership matters. www.bihr.org.uk/our-work/our... #HRD25

Thriving means seeing disabled people reflected in our communities, media and politics. Representation shapes what feels possible. Read our manifesto to see how we can build a Wales where disabled people move from surviving to thriving. disabilitywales.org/from-barely-... #DWManifesto

We were pleased to work with @disabilitywales.bsky.social to create an Easy Read version of their new manifesto, From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving. www.ldw.org.uk/er-work/easy... It shares what disabled people and their organisations said needs to change in Wales over the next 5 years.

New Manifesto! From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving @disabilitywales.bsky.social

🚨News. Disability Wales’ Manifesto calls for a society where disabled people truly thrive not barely survive. 'This manifesto is a call to action for all political parties to commit to real change.' Read more: www.disabilitywales.org/press-releas... #DWManifesto

Rydym yn falch o fod wedi mynychu lansiad y maniffesto pwysig hwn gan @disabilitywales.bsky.social. Cam pwysig tuag at gydraddoldeb a chynhwysiant i bobl anabl yng Nghymru. #ManiffestoAC

We’re proud to have attended the launch of this important manifesto from @disabilitywales.bsky.social. An important step toward equality and inclusion for disabled people in Wales. #DWManifesto

We're delighted to have been able to contribute to the coproduction of this vital manifesto to advance the rights of disabled people here in Wales. Please do check it out 👇 #DWManifesto

Introducing From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving: Disabled People’s Manifesto 2026–2031. Developed with DPOs and 250+ disabled people, it calls for action across five key areas to build a Wales where disabled people can thrive. Read more: disabilitywales.org/from-barely-... #DWManifesto

No one can thrive while worrying about basic survival. Disabled people face higher daily costs and constant barriers to taking part in society. That must change. Our manifesto From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving launches later today. Watch this space! #DWManifesto #FromSurvivingToThriving

🚨Last chance to book your ticket. Our manifesto launch event is only a few days away! Join us as we unveil our key asks to political parties ahead of the 2026 Senedd election. 🗓 1 Dec | 4–6pm. Book now: eventbrite.co.uk/e/disability...

📢We’re proud to present our new Strategic Plan! It sets out how we aim to work with members to achieve our vision for an inclusive, equitable and barrier free society. Learn more: www.disabilitywales.org/our-vision-f...

The Access to Elected Office Fund Wales can support you with: 💬 BSL Interpreters 👩‍🦽 Personal Assistants 🚗 Accessible Transport 💻 Assistive Technology …and more, depending on your access needs. Watch our video to learn more: youtube.com/watch?v=8rcc...

Disabled people deserve more than survival, we demand change. Join us as we launch our manifesto: From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving, which sets out our key asks to political parties ahead of the 2026 Senedd election. 🗓 1 Dec | 4–6pm Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/disability...

🚨News. UK Covid-19 Inquiry report details damning failure to protect Disabled people as “too little, too late”. 'The fate of Disabled people in the Covid-19 pandemic was not inevitable and our fate in the next pandemic is not either.' www.disabilitywales.org/press-releas...

A gentle reminder: Access is a right, not a luxury. 👉 Start removing barriers and create more inclusive environments with our Social Model Toolkit: www.disabilitywales.org/resources/

Democracy is stronger when political parties actively support disabled people to stand for election. The Access to Elected Office Fund Wales helps remove barriers by covering additional costs for disabled people seeking election. 🔗 disabilitywales.org/projects/acc...

Our 2026-2031 manifesto is almost here! Join us for the launch as we unveil our five key asks to political parties ahead of the 2026 Senedd election. Together, let's go from barely surviving to truly thriving. 🗓️ 1 Dec | 4-6pm. Book your place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/disability...

From campaigning against social care charge increases to delivering UK-first Social Model training to Cabinet members, it’s been an impactful year for DW. Chief Exec @dwrhian.bsky.social looks back on the highlights & challenges of 2024/25. Read her report: www.disabilitywales.org/a-year-in-re...

“It is vital for democracy and political representation that disabled people have the same opportunity as others to stand in forthcoming elections.” Our Chief Exec @dwrhian.bsky.social on why the Access to Elected Office Fund Wales matters. Learn more: www.disabilitywales.org/projects/acc...

The UK Government’s summary of responses to its Pathways to Work Green Paper shows tens of thousands of disabled people and allies rejecting any plans to cut spending on PIP and other disability support. 🗞️Via @johnpring.bsky.social. www.disabilitynewsservice.com/tens-of-thou...

'The review fundamentally misunderstands that people are disabled by societal and workplace barriers.' Disability Rights UK's Mikey Erhardt on how the #KeepBritainWorking Review misses the mark. https://www.bigissue.com/news/employment/keep-britain-working-employers-disabled-people/

Do you want to adopt the Social Model of Disability but feel unsure of where to start? Here are a few tips to help you on your way. You can learn more about the Social Model, language, and tackling disabling barriers in our toolkit: https://disabilitywales.org/resources/

Ydych chi eisiau mabwysiadu'r Model Cymdeithasol o Anabledd ond yn teimlo'n ansicr ble i ddechrau? Dyma ychydig o awgrymiadau i'ch rhoi ar ben ffordd. Gallwch ddysgu mwy am y Model Cymdeithasol, iaith a sut i ddileu rhwystrau yn ein pecyn cymorth: https://disabilitywales.org/resources/

📢The DWP is seeking Expressions of Interest to join the Steering Group for the Timms Review on PIP. It's vital that lived experience is at the centre of meaningful change. Any future proposals must support not punish disabled people. 🗓️Apply by 30 Nov. www.gov.uk/government/p...

Disabled people remain underrepresented in Welsh political life.
 The Access to Elected Office Fund Wales removes practical barriers by covering the extra costs disabled candidates face. Because democracy works best when everyone has a voice. 
 👉 Apply now: www.disabilitywales.org/projects/acc...

Disability hate crime is on the rise, but prosecutions have plummeted. Year after year, the system continues to fail. Disabled people deserve justice. More: https://www.disabilitynewsservice.com/disability-hate-crime-prosecutions-tumble-again-three-years-after-cps-admitted-figures-were-woeful/

Disabled people, do you know your rights and how to use them? Our #KnowYourRights, Use your Rights, Live your Rights resource aims to empower disabled people by equipping you with essential information about your rights. Have a read: https://disabilitywales.org/socialmodel/

Disabled people, what does thriving mean to you? 💭 Our soon-to-be-launched manifesto explores this very theme, and we want to highlight as many voices as possible in our social media campaign! Finish the sentence from our graphic in the comments, and we may feature your words in future posts.

😒Medical Model asks: "Can you provide evidence of your condition?" 💬Social Model says: Disabled people deserve access and support without having to justify their impairment. Access is a right, not a reward. Learn more in our Social Model Toolkit: https://www.disabilitywales.org/resources/

⏰ 2 days to go! The countdown is on for our AGM this Wednesday. Join us as we unveil our new Strategic Plan and hear important updates on the Welsh Government’s Disabled People’s Rights Plan. 🗓️ 22nd October | 10am – 1pm. 🔗 Sign up now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/disability...

Ni ddylai unrhyw berson anabl wynebu casineb, aflonyddu na cham-drin, ond mae'n digwydd bob dydd. Yn ystod Wythnos Ymwybyddiaeth Troseddau Casineb a thu hwnt, rhaid i ni gefnogi ein cymuned a sefyll yn erbyn casineb gyda'n gilydd. llyw.cymru/mae-casineb-...

No disabled person should face hate, harassment or abuse, but it’s happening every day. This #NationalHateCrimeAwarenessWeek and beyond, we must support our community and stand up to hate together. Find out how to report or get support: gov.wales/hate-hurts-w... #HateHurtsWales

Sequins are forever. Inclusion should be too. Inspired by #TheLifeOfAShowgirl, here’s our Wishlist for disability equity. These aren’t nice‑to‑haves, they’re basic rights, and we shouldn’t have to wish for them. 💬 What would you add? #TaylorSwift #SocialModel

Today and every day, we stand in solidarity with disabled people living with mental health conditions. Mental health is a disability rights issue. Support must be accessible, inclusive, and led by lived experience. You are not alone. 💚 #WorldMentalHealthDay #WMHD2025

Applications now open! The Access to Elected Office Fund Wales provides financial support for disabled people standing for election in the 2026 Senedd and 2027 Local Government elections. 📩 Find out more and apply: www.disabilitywales.org/projects/acc... #ElectedOfficeFundWales

We'll just leave this reminder here: Disabled people are not the problem. Barriers are. 👉 Want to learn how to remove them? Start with our Social Model Toolkit: https://www.disabilitywales.org/resources/ #SocialModel #DisabilityRights #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

📢Press Release. Disabled people in Wales encouraged to stand for election with new Access to Elected Office Fund. Read more: https://www.disabilitywales.org/press-release-disabled-people-in-wales-encouraged-to-stand-for-election-with-new-access-to-elected-office-fund/

'There is a lack of services, especially in rural areas.' Our colleague Leandra highlights how disabled people across Wales face barriers to accessing the support they need, particularly in rural communities. What's your experience of accessing services? www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

📢Save the date! We're excited to be hosting our AGM online on 22 October. Join us as we launch our new Strategic Plan, highlight exciting projects and hear the latest updates on the Disabled People's Rights Plan. 🗓 22 October | 10am-1pm. Book your place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/disability...