🚨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/

Mae democratiaeth yn gryfach pan fydd pleidiau gwleidyddol yn mynd ati i gefnogi pobl anabl i sefyll mewn etholiad. Mae'r Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru yn helpu pobl anabl i sefyll mewn etholiad. 🔗 ow.ly/CAZf50Xsu8b

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...

O ymgyrchu yn erbyn cynnydd mewn ffioedd gofal cymdeithasol i gyflwyno sesiynau hyfforddi Model Cymdeithasol i aelodau'r Cabinet, mae wedi bod yn flwyddyn effeithiol i Anabledd Cymru. Mae @dwrhian.bsky.social yn edrych yn ôl ar uchafbwyntiau a heriau 2024/25: www.disabilitywales.org/blwyddyn-dan...

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...

“Mae rhoi’r un cyfle i bobl anabl sefyll yn yr etholiadau sydd ar y gweill yn hanfodol i ddemocratiaeth ac i gynrychiolaeth wleidyddol.” Ein Prif Weithredwr @dwrhian.bsky.social ar pam fod y Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig mor bwysig. Rhagor o wybodaeth: www.disabilitywales.org/projects/acc...

📢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...

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/

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...

Mae pobl anabl yn cael eu tangynrychioli yn y byd gwleidyddol.
 Mae'r Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig yn cael gwared ar y rhwystrau ymarferol drwy dalu’r costau ychwanegol sy’n wynebu’r ymgeiswyr. Mae democratiaeth ar ei gorau pan fo pawb yn cael llais. www.disabilitywales.org/projects/acc...

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...

😒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/

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

Mae’r cyfnod ymgeisio ar agor! Mae’r Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru yn rhoi cymorth ariannol i bobl anabl sy’n sefyll yn etholiad Senedd Cymru yn 2026 ac etholiadau Llywodraeth Leol 2027. 📩 Mwy o wybodaeth: www.disabilitywales.org/projects/acc... #CronfaMynediadiSwyddiEtholedigCymru

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

📢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/

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

Disabled experts from the United Nations have told the UK government to carry out a “comprehensive” assessment of the human rights impact of its universal credit cuts bill, further plans to reform disability benefits, and its mental health reforms. www.disabilitynewsservice.com/un-calls-for...

Mae Cronfa Fynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru yn ôl! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Rydym yn chwilio am aelodau panel newydd i helpu i benderfynu ar ddyfarniadau ariannu i bobl anabl sy'n sefyll am swydd etholedig. Dyddiad cau: Dydd Mawrth, 30 Medi. Dysgwch fwy: disabilitywales.org/ymunwch-a-ph...

The Access to Elected Office Fund Wales is back! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 We're looking for new panel members to help decide funding awards for disabled people standing for elected office. Closing date: Tuesday, 30th September. Find out more: disabilitywales.org/join-the-acc...

📢Cadwch y dyddiad! Rydym yn gyffrous i gynnal ein Cyfarfod Cyffredinol Blynyddol fis nesaf. Ymunwch â ni wrth i ni lansio ein Cynllun Strategol newydd, tynnu sylw at brosiectau cyffrous a chlywed y diweddaraf ar Gynllun Hawliau Pobl Anabl. 🗓22 Hyd | 10yb-1yp. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/disability...

📢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...

Campaigners are calling out the shocking number of avoidable deaths among people with learning disabilities. Poor and inaccessible healthcare has created a 20-year gap in life expectancy. Read the full story: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

‘Dismay’ at ‘discriminatory’ actions of #DWP ministers, in third letter from #UN experts to UK in just two months #CRPD #UNCRPD #ICESCR www.disabilitynewsservice.com/dismay-at-di...

📢 Rydym yn recriwtio Trysorydd! Ydych chi'n berson anabl sy'n angerddol dros hawliau a chydraddoldeb anabledd? Ymunwch â'n Bwrdd a helpwch i lunio ein gwaith. Dyddiad cau: Hanner dydd, 19 Medi. Dysgwch fwy a gwnewch gais: disabilitywales.org/dewch-yn-dry...

📢 We're recruiting a Treasurer! Are you a disabled person passionate about disability rights and equality? Join our Board and help shape our work. Closing date: 12 noon, 19 September. Find out more and apply: disabilitywales.org/become-dws-n...

The Welsh Government must do more to uphold disabled people’s rights in Wales, the equality watchdog has warned ✍️Emily Price

📢Yn galw pobl anabl a Sefydliadau Pobl Anabl yng Nghymru! Helpwch i lunio ein maniffesto cyn etholiadau Senedd 2026. Dywedwch wrthym beth yw eich 5 prif flaenoriaeth ar gyfer dyfodol pobl anabl. Dysgwch sut i gymryd rhan: www.disabilitywales.org/dweud-eich-d...

📢 Calling all disabled people & DPOs in Wales! Help shape our manifesto ahead of the 2026 Senedd elections. Tell us your top 5 priorities for the future of disabled people. Find out how to get involved: disabilitywales.org/have-your-sa...

😕 Medical model says: “You don’t look disabled.” 💬 Social model says: “Not all impairments or health conditions are visible — and access requirements aren’t up for debate.” Stop policing appearances. Start removing barriers. Learn more: disabilitywales.org/resources/

NEW JOB! 🌸 Disability Wales is hiring a Civic Participation Officer in Wales.

Do not miss this fantastic opportunity to lead a project enabling disabled people to stand for elected office! Apply now @disabilitywales.bsky.social

📢Rydym yn recriwtio! Ydych chi'n angerddol am chwalu rhwystrau i gyfranogiad gwleidyddol? Rydym yn chwilio am berson anabl i ymuno â ni fel Swyddog Cyfranogiad Dinesig i gyflwyno Cronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru. Dyddiad cau: 12yh ar 4 Awst. disabilitywales.org/swydd-wag-sw...

📢We are recruiting! Passionate about breaking down barriers to political participation? We're looking for a disabled person to join us as Civic Participation Officer to deliver the Access to Elected Office Fund Wales. Closing date: Midday on 4 August. disabilitywales.org/vacancy-civi...

Government quietly releases multiple disability research reports on the same day… but eight days too late for MPs who voted for cuts #UniversalCredit #UniversalCreditBill #DWP www.disabilitynewsservice.com/government-q...

Motability finally hits back at ‘hostile, harmful and inaccurate’ media coverage #Motability www.disabilitynewsservice.com/motability-f...

The Welsh Government has launched new plans to give disabled people greater confidence and independence when travelling

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer clashed with one of his senior MPs over welfare reform as she said she felt ‘ashamed’ of the ‘poor’ legislation the Government had put forward

"Disability rights activists are too often erased from history. I'm on a mission to change that" You can read an extract of my new book Ramping Up Rights: An Unfinished History of British Disability Activism on @bigissue.com www.bigissue.com/opinion/disa...

📢Have your say on Welsh Gov's Draft Disabled People's Rights Plan. We want your input as we prepare our consultation response. By taking our survey, you help ensure the final plan is built around the rights, needs & voices of disabled people in Wales. www.surveymonkey.com/r/VJMBXWF?ut...

Solidarity with campaigners at the Senedd today demanding action to protect disabled people and defend our rights in Wales. @dpac-cymru.bsky.social

#UniversalCreditBill The day for the UC Bill to be debated in the House of Lords is 22nd July Reminder its a money bill so lords cant do anything to stop this bill from becoming law www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/news/univers...

This week! Creative consultation event on Welsh Government's Disabled People's Action Plan organised by Autistic UK and Disability Arts Cymru www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/my-life-my...

A disabled journalist has said she hopes her new book detailing the history of disability activism will show other disabled people how they can fight back against the waves of attacks on their rights and support. #RampingUpRights www.disabilitynewsservice.com/my-new-book-...

#UNCRDP The government has until 11th August to respond to the UN www.disabilitynewsservice.com/urgent-lette...