📰 Read DR UK's response to the Young People and Work Report 👇 "We welcome the positive change in narrative that the Milburn Review has introduced. Young Disabled people should never be blamed for the ways in which the system fails them” www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/%E2%80%...

🚨BREAKING NEWS🚨 "The government’s reforms to the SEND system will violate Disabled people’s rights and worsen inequality, according to Disability Rights UK" - reported on by DNS 👇 The government is using the language of inclusion to justify cuts. www.disabilitynewsservice.com/send-reforms...

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Open Zoom Q&A for the Sisters of Frida Mentorship Programme 💬 Got questions about applying? Come join us. 🗓 27 May ⏰ 6:30pm 💻 Online (Zoom) Ask anything, we’re here to help. Please contact [email protected]

🚨BREAKING NEWS 🚨 We have published our response to the Timms Review, backing calls for an Additional Cost Disability Payment (ACDP). We demand an end to hostility, with a system based on support not punishment. Read the full response 👇 www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/dr-uk-r...

We have many fights on our hands, but the disability movement is growing! 📢Want to get involved to oppose the SEND reforms or fight back against benefit cuts? Head over to our take action page to find out more 👇 www.disabilityrightsuk.org/take-action

🚨Read IPSEA's response to the Government's Schools White Paper proposals 🗣️"Our key ask is not to replace children and young people’s enforceable legal rights [...] with a set of unenforceable aspirations." Response in full 👇 www.ipsea.org.uk/news/ipsea-r...

For a multitude of factors, Disabled people more likely to experience food poverty. 🗣️We want to hear your experiences to best inform our work fighting this 📝Take part in our survey surveymonkey.com/r/3LTWP8L 📝Easy Read surveymonkey.com/r/75SQ2QN 📝BSL www.surveymonkey.com/r/7VCMQX5

🚨BREAKING NEWS🚨 We have responded to the Government's Schools White Paper consultation "The reality of the proposals is no more than austerity and discrimination, wrapped up in the co-optation of inclusion and false claims of expanding rights." More👇 www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/dr-uk-r...

The Government's proposals on SEND education will weaken legal rights for Disabled children and young people. 📣Respond to their consultation here to oppose the changes saveourchildrensrights.org.uk/respond-to-t... 📣SEND Rights Alliance's guidance on how to respond www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

🚨BREAKING NEWS🚨 Emerging Survey Findings Suggest Overwhelming Support for a New UK Accessibility Act 86% of the 500 respondents regularly encounter accessibility barriers, with 94% willing to campaign for an Accessibility Act More on the findings 👇 www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/emergin...

So great to see this! Take a look at the guide here 👇 www.consortium.lgbt/a-guide-to-d...

Launching in Intersectionality Awareness Week 2026 - this guide has been created with LGBT+ disabled-led organisations across the UK, in a roundtable facilitated by LGBT+ Consortium. 1/2

🚨Youth Census: Just under a month to have your say! The Youth Voice Census is an annual survey that asks young people (aged 11–30) in Britain about their experiences with education, work, wellbeing, and support. Take part 👇 www.youthemployment.org.uk/youth-voice-...

'We Can't Ever Leave The Room' 📝new blog post by Melissa Parker A narrative that brings to life the internalised ableism many of us have carried through from childhood, and struggle to put into words. Read the full piece 👇 www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/we-cant...

For a multitude of factors, Disabled people more likely to experience food poverty. We are campaigning against this, and want to hear your experiences to best inform our work. 📝Take part in our survey www.surveymonkey.com/r/3LTWP8L 📝Easy Read www.surveymonkey.com/r/75SQ2QN

It's Intersectionality Awareness Week! ParaPride's annual campaign encouraging us to reflect, learn and have open conversations about intersectionality. This week there are multiple discussions and events you can get involved with... 🧵 intersectionalityawarenessweek.org/events/

📣Join Save Our Children's Rights to save SEND legal rights on 9th May 📅 Saturday 9 May 📍 Parliament Square, London - with events taking place across England Find your nearest event: bit.ly/4sRI1Mx #SaveOurChildrensRights

🚨Reminder: Photo ID for voting in England 🗳️Local elections are taking place tomorrow, Thursday 7th May, in Wales, Scotland, parts of England and all London boroughs. For those voting in England, please remember bring photo ID. You won't be able to vote without it.

How do you stay active in a way that suits you? 💬"I only do as much as my body says its wants to do and I place no judgement on that" We heard from Georgia about pole-dancing, how it helped their joint strength and learning to be non-judgemental with your body youtu.be/VdHNihYeh6g

📰Sign up to DR UK's different newsletters! Fortnightly DR UK news updates👇 www.disabilityrightsuk.org/newsletter Opportunities for DPOs and DPO workers👇 www.disabilityrightsuk.org/sign-our-dpo... Education and employment advice for young Disabled people 👇 www.disabilityrightsuk.org/future-ready

Sign the petition calling for equality in provision for Disabled travel in Northern Ireland Currently, most Disabled people in NI have access to a half fare concession on single fares, something that is often more expensive than other ticketing options. my.actnowni.org/petitions/op...

📝Survey on transport for Disabled children and young people This survey is for Disabled children and young people, and for parents and carers who support them. It aims to understand how to make transport more accessible. Share your experiences!👇 accessiblesurveys.com/v2/1qcPfe0Nr...

🎭Our interview with Chantelle Nassari, Accessibility Coordinator for both Wicked films, is out NOW! We discuss having complicated and flawed Disabled characters as representation and opportunities to get into the arts that you might not know about. Give it a watch!📽️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0Q2...

Be part of a Disability Discussion Group for the Everyone’s Environment project! 📅 11 May 🕰️ 9:30 - 12:30 📍Manchester Take part in a relaxed conversation where you can share your experiences about what really matters to you in your community. Sign up 👇 disabilityrightsuk.org/news/disabil...

📢Have your say in the Timms Review on PIP changes We strongly encourage Disabled people to share your thoughts on PIP, calling for a system that is not punitive and instead supports us to live independently and with respect. More info 👇 www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/new-cal...

👟A massive thank you and well done to all our amazing Marathon runners who chose to fundraise for us over the weekend! Having your support helps us continue our work as a Disabled-led organisation fighting for change Thinking of donating? 👇 disabilityrightsuk.enthuse.com/donate#!/

📝New piece out by Disability Debrief (which we happen to be quoted in!) Top quotes from the past months of disability reading 👇 www.disabilitydebrief.org/debrief/list...

Calling all DPOs 📣 5 minute survey to fill a major current data gap on the specific needs and barriers to funding for user-led organisations! Led by the Equality Impact Investing Project. Fill in the survey here 👇 oj77nzwyhgp.typeform.com/to/mlgVYANj

Did you know that UK households are throwing away 82 billion pieces of plastic every year – and over half (59%) of that is being burnt, not recycled? 😱 As a partner of The Big Plastic Count 2026, we're calling on the Government to enact systemic change. thebigplasticcount.com

Today, we are marking Stephen Lawrence Day, on the anniversary of Stephen's death. The Foundation's mission is to remove barriers and create opportunities to honour a life lost. Today should be a reminder for us to continue to fight against all forms of injustice #StephenLawrenceDay

📘Pre-order our NEW Disability Rights Handbook! We have spent over 50 years providing guidance on the everchanging benefits system - everything you need to make a claim. We also offer a half-price concessionary rate for those on income-related benefits. shop.disabilityrightsuk.org/products/dis...

💼We're hiring! Policy and Campaigns Officer at DR UK We're looking for someone to join our Disabled-led campaigns team to work for change at a national policy level. Deadline: May 6th 📢Share in your networks! More information and apply here 👇 careers.disabilityrightsuk.org/job/018a7b57...

On Nike's 'Runners welcome, walkers tolerated' advert... 💬"Rather than encouraging participation, such messaging discourages Disabled people from engaging in physical activity altogether - it signals we are not fully welcome in these spaces." More 👇 getyourselfactive.org/nikes-aliena...

🪧Join the Protest: Protect SEND Legal Rights! 📅9th May ⏰11:30 - 13:00 📍Parliament Square, with regional demos also happening in Birmingham, Liverpool, Bristol, Leeds and the Isle of Wight. More information on Save our Children's Rights' website: saveourchildrensrights.org.uk/join-send-pr...

Two new carer benefits have been introduced in Scotland. Whilst carer support payment is very similar to carer’s allowance – that remains in place throughout the rest of the UK – the two new benefits are only available in Scotland. More info 👇 www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/carer-s...

What is the Covid-19 Inquiry and why does it matter now? Decisions made during the pandemic are still affecting people’s lives today. Understanding them is key to accountability and change. Learn more 👇

The Government consultation on powered mobility aids is closing on 22nd April. @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk have co-produced these key principles alongside other DPOs to help us respond! Read and share the 10 key asks & respond to the consultation! www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/10-key-...

Our Work Capability Assessment factsheet has just been updated! It includes new information on the limited capability for work-related activity amount - which changed as of April 6th to two different rates, as a result of the Universal Credit Bill 👇 www.disabilityrightsuk.org/resources/wo...

💼Work with us! Policy and Campaigns Officer at DR UK We're looking for someone to join our Disabled-led campaigns team to work for change at a national policy level. Deadline: May 6th 📢Share in your networks! More information and apply here 👇 careers.disabilityrightsuk.org/job/018a7b57...

📢Join the National Housing Demonstration 📢 📅THIS Saturday 18th April, 1pm 📍Soho Square Gardens, Central London Together we can demand affordable, accessible homes for ALL. We'll be there alongside organisations across the movement. Join us! www.housingdemo.org

📝New blog piece: 'A Right to Try Work Must Come with the Support to Succeed' 💬"Fixing Access to Work is not simply a matter of administrative improvement... It ensures that Disabled people can not only enter work but remain and thrive in it." More 👇 www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/right-t...

🚨Last chance to pre-order your Disability Rights Handbook! With an ever-changing benefits system that can feel overwhelming, the Handbook has all the information you need to stay up-to-date and informed! Pre-order NOW 👇 shop.disabilityrightsuk.org/products/dis... Shipping in early May 📅

🚨NEWS🚨 "Ministers Unveil Right to Try Plan - Threat of losing benefits will be lifted but campaigners say more help needed to tackle hostile workplaces" We spoke to @theguardian.com about the Government's Right to Try plan www.theguardian.com/world/2026/a...

There are just a few spaces remaining to join part 1 of our 2-part series on Big Tech and mental health with Mad Youth Organise. Join us this Wednesday, 4-5.30pm for a panel and group discussion of how Big Teach shapes and impacts mental health. www.nsun.org.uk/news/big-tec...

🎞️ Top Tips for Co-production! 🧩 This marks the end of our co-production webinar series, which has been full of insightful conversations on how we can embed co-production in our orgs. We have learnt so much over the past few months - thank you to everyone involved! www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2_q...

As of April 6th, the two child benefit cap will be removed. This means families with 3 or more children could become newly eligible for universal credit. Check your eligibility, as you may be entitled to more support. More info 👇 www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/check-y...

🎓NEW Guide for career advisors supporting Disabled students! We are proud to have been a part of shaping this resource by UCAS to help career advisors encouragement of Disabled young people's ambitions. Read and share 👇 www.ucas.com/advisers/hel...

On the 8th and 15th April (4-5.30pm), we’ll be joined online by Mad Youth Organise to discuss Big Tech and mental health, and to devise tangible campaigning goals for the fight against the tech companies profiting from our distress. Sign up for free! www.nsun.org.uk/news/big-tec...

🗳️Local elections are coming up in some areas across the UK on 7th May. To have your say, make sure you have registered to vote! The deadline is 20th April. Remember, to vote you now have to show ID at the polling station. www.gov.uk/register-to-...