Heatwaves in Andalucia. Floods in Belgium. Climate change is life threatening to persons with disabilities. Our new briefing reveals the human cost of inaccessible responses, and how climate legislations can be inclusive. Read 'Disaster by Design': www.edf-feph.org/publications...

People with disabilities and their organisations are still largely shut off from the climate conversation. Ahead of #COP30, we explored how climate organisations and disability advocates can work together. Read at @euobserver.com: euobserver.com/health-and-s...

The #EPDisability Intergroup newsletter is out! ➡️ Update on Intergroup meetings and Members' work on #DisabilityRights ➡️ Interview with MEP @aliciahoms on the EU housing crisis: www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi... Read: mailchi.mp/edf-feph.org... Subscribe: edf-feph.us9.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...

Join policymakers, experts and advocates in discussing solutions at our #Accessible Tourism Conference. Join us on 27 November, in-person in Brussels: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...

"EU member states have clearly tried to let themselves off the hooks" on Independent Living Thank you @euronews.com ' reporters @martairaola.bsky.social and @pausoler98.bsky.social for featuring our take in news story on Council Conclusions: www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...

Today, we launched an updated version of our toolkit on the #ArtificialIntelligence Act. It explores how new guidelines can support disability rights: - Prohibited #AI - Definition of AI systems - AI Code of Practice Explore the toolkit: www.edf-feph.org/publications...

Our Board Member Kristijan Grđan addressed @coe.int during the launch of the Recommendation on Equal Rights for Intersex Persons! He stated that our movements share the fight to end non-consensual medical interventions. Withdrawal of additional protocol for Oviedo Convention must follow! 1/2

Happy to share some thoughts with the @myedf.bsky.social! 🏠 We discussed how prioritising accessible, affordable and inclusive #housing can empower people with #disabilities across #Europe. 🔎📰 www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi... @socialistsanddemocrats.eu

Good news: the European Commission marks its commitment to enhance the #DisabilityRights Strategy in 2026. This commitment is inscribed in its 2026 workplan. We now need concrete actions and the funding to go with them! Our reaction: www.edf-feph.org/commission-c...

The @consilium.europa.eu adopted Conclusions on independent living for persons with disabilities. The Conclusions present a clear diagnosis of the problems but avoid solutions. It is clear: EU funds must be earmarked and conditional to best practices. Read: www.edf-feph.org/eu-council-c...

Today is #EndPoverty Day. As the EU drafts its first Anti-Poverty Strategy, we are worried: 29% of the disability community is at risk of poverty, and the situation has worsened over the past decade. We need targeted actions to address the unique challenges we face: www.edf-feph.org/the-eus-figh...

We join the call to the European Union and African Union leaders to put education at the heart of their partnership. Our open letter urges leaders to prioritise inclusive, quality education for all. Read more: www.edf-feph.org/publications... @eudiplomacy.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu

As leaders prepare for the next AU-EU summit, we are calling for inclusive, quality education 📢 @ec.europa.eu​ @myedf.bsky.social​ ➡️ https://www.edf-feph.org/publications/education-at-the-heart-of-the-au-eu-partnership/

Did you know that #DisasterRiskReduction strategies often exclude persons with disabilities? @undrr.bsky.social 2023 survey says: 1️⃣84% have no personal preparedness plan 2️⃣74% will have difficulties in immediate evacuation 3️⃣56% have no accessible information Survey: www.undrr.org/report/2023-...

Worried about how Artificial Intelligence affects persons with disabilities? Register to our webinar on 28 October: www.edf-feph.org/events-slug/... - learn about the AI Act - get guidance on advocacy - discover our toolkit for civil society 📩 Stay informed about #AI: mailchi.mp/edf-feph/ai-...

Following this super interesting (and important) conference, that unfortunately is not accessible (once again). Apparently disabled people are not affected by climate change... #NoOneLeftBehind @enil-eu.bsky.social @myedf.bsky.social @euclimateaction.bsky.social

Today we go green for #WorldCerebralPalsyDay 💚 800,000 people in the EU live with CP. Each with unique needs that require tailored solutions. Read the edition of our newsletter dedicated to their voices, issues, and demands. mailchi.mp/edf-feph/dv2... #UniqueAndUnited

Today is #InternationalDayofOlderPersons Older people with disabilities face challenges like lack of long-term support and barriers to autonomy. In our #DisabilityVoice we share their voices and discuss the EU Action Plan to combat ageism. Thanks @ageplatformeu.bsky.social bit.ly/DVSept

Public Statement: security incident at EDF’s online event. www.edf-feph.org/public-state...

Proud to join the #BuildBetterLives campaign! Millions in the EU face unsafe, unhealthy homes. We join this campaign to advocate not only for better living conditions, but also for accessible, affordable, and energy-efficient housing for all. More on the campaign: www.edf-feph.org/build-better...

Accessibility and Universal Design must be part of higher education policy and curricula. It is why the Nicosia declaration calls for structural change in higher education. Join more than 100 signatories (individuals and organisations) in endorsing the declaration: aaate.net/the-nicosia-...

Today is International #SignLanguageDay. Did you know there are, at least, 29 sign languages in the European Union? But the Union does not recognise them as official languages. We join the European Union of the Deaf's call: recognise them and prevent discrimination! eud.eu/the-publicat...

Today, we celebrate 5 years of the #WebAccessibility Directive. In her speech, our Executive Director underlined how this law is an example of legislation driving innovation: - Clear standards - Forward thinking Web accessibility is a necessity, not a luxury. @iaaporg.bsky.social

Did you know that in the EU there are: ✅ 30 sign languages ✅ over 1 million sign language users ✅ around 51 million people with a hearing impairment The 🇪🇺 embraces diversity and inclusion! #InternationalDayofSignLanguages

💻 Celebrate #accessibility with us! Join us together with IAAP EU on 22–23 September for the 5th anniversary of the Web Accessibility Directive. Workshops to share expertise, raise awareness and strengthen digital accessibility in Europe. 👇 Register now

Transport is not a luxury: it is a basic service that allows us to be active members of society. But millions of persons with disabilities still face challenges and inaccessibility. On #EuropeanMobilityWeek, we call for strong laws to ensure mobility for all: www.edf-feph.org/european-mob...

Strong rules and legislation are essential to ensure our rights. This wave of deregulation risks further marginalising persons with disabilities and regressing on the hard won rights of the past years. This is why we joined @caneurope.org and 470 other organisations on this strong statement.

Does your organisation want to create or strengthen a Women’s Committee? Join our peer exchange to share best practices, tackle common barriers and get inspired by others in the disability movement. 🗓️ 25 September | 11:00 CET 🔗 Register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

We have launched registrations for our upcoming conference on supporting families of people with disabilities in Turin! Register👇 www.easpdconference.eu #EmpoweringFamilies

Join us on 11 September for a chat with @Oracle about its accessibility journey and collaboration with the accessibility community. We will also discuss: - Updates on EU accessibility policies - The way AI can contribute to accessibility Register: www.edf-feph.org/events-slug/...

Read our 2024 Annual Report! Wins: #DisabilityCard, stronger EU laws on on violence against women and accessible elections, aid for 70,000+ in Ukraine Challenges: rights backlash, disability sidelined in EU priorities Our message is clear: no turning back on rights www.edf-feph.org/publications...

It is time for Denmark to take the reins of the Presidency of the Council of the EU. What are their plans for disability rights? Check our article to know more: www.edf-feph.org/danish-presi...

The #EUAccessibilitySummit is approaching! This special summit will celebrate the application of provisions of the #AccessibilityAct and discuss latest advances on accessibility Register to join online on 14 October: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon... Meet some speakers... 1/7

Today is International #YouthDay. In our special edition of the Disability Voice, we share the leadership of youth with disabilities. Learn what Disability Pride means to young people and explore the European Youth Event! Read and subscribe: bit.ly/DisabilityVo...

Urban mobility and development should be sustainable and inclusive! That's what our project #Act4Dys is about! We work to improve awareness, accessibility and sustainability, while empowering youth engagement and education. More info in our newsletter: act4dys.eu

Are you a researcher studying the impact of the European Union on the lives of persons with disabilities? Yuste Foundation is offering 10 research and mobility grants through the Carlos V European Award! Deadline: 19 September 2025 Learn more and apply: www.fundacionyuste.org/en/carlos-v-...

How well do you know your rights? Join our “Your Rights in the EU” challenge and put your knowledge to the test! forms.office.com/e/yMWMZaKdPf 15 questions on different topics. Resources to master your rights. A scorecard to share your results! Need help? www.edf-feph.org/publications...

New issue of #DisabilityVoice is out! We spotlight deafblindness. An often overlooked disability and the ongoing fight for recognition, inclusion and equal rights. ➡️ World Deafblind Day ➡️ Barriers and misconceptions ➡️ First-hand insights from an intervener Read: mailchi.mp/edf-feph/dvj...

Thinking of travelling this summer? Check #PassengerRights for travellers with disabilities or reduced mobility: europa.eu/youreurope/c... Have you experienced an incident while travelling? Report it on our discrimination database: accessibility.edf-feph.org

Disability rights took the front stage at #Ukraine Recovery Conference. Our Vice-President Gunta Anca joined a delegation of Ukrainian disability advocates exploring the need for a disability-inclusive Ukraine Read: www.edf-feph.org/disability-r...

Join us and IAAP to celebrate 5 years of the Web Accessibility Directive on September 22 and 23! - Discuss the Directive’s impact and future - Explore tools and best #accessibility practices - Learn from experts Free 2-day event. Limited spots. Info: www.accessibilityassociation.org/wad-2025

Great news. The @ec.europa.eu has reversed its withdrawal of the Equal Treatment Directive. We now call on EU countries to adopt this law that would protect millions of Europeans. www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...

Is your city making life more accessible? Tell @EU_Commission and apply for the #EUAccessCity Award 2026 before summer ends! 🏆 3 prizes and special mention on accessibility in housing 🗓️ 9 September Apply now! commission.europa.eu/strategy-and... #Accessibility #EUAccessCity #UnionOfEquality

We participated in the Bonn Climate Change Conference in June. We advocated: - A Disability Constituency in Climate talks - disability inclusive in Gender Action Plan We presented our new brief on #DisabilityRights and climate action! Read more: www.edf-feph.org/publications...

This week, the @ec.europa.eu presented its proposal for the next 7 years of the EU budget. But what is the long-term #EUBudget? How is it financed? How is it spent? And who decides? Find all the answers in the @europarl.europa.eu video and page: eubudget.europarl.europa.eu/en/

The new #EUBudget proposal risks leaving social inclusion behind. Read our reaction to the news of two programmes: - National and Regional Partnership Plans - AgoraEU www.edf-feph.org/eu-budget-po...

Democracy demands inclusive dialogue - and civil society to be well funded. We ask President @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu and Commissioner @hadjalahbib.bsky.social to ward off attacks from extremist forces that try to defund civil society in the next #EUBudget: www.edf-feph.org/publications...

This week, the @EU_Commission unveils its proposal for the next #EUBudget. We demand to #KeepWhatWorks - and that is the European Social Fund +. It has helped millions of people. Read from 45+ organisations: www.edf-feph.org/publications...

Last month, we were at the United Nations' #DisabilityRights Conference #COSP18, warning about: – Political pushback on diversity and inclusion – Financial cuts harming the disability movement – The need for disability inclusive AI Read more about our interventions: www.edf-feph.org/conference-o...

The European values of disability and inclusion are not just a moral imperative - they make good business sense. Today, equality organisations call on the Commission and businesses to resist pushback against Diversity, Equity and Inclusion policies: www.edf-feph.org/equality-org...