FREE webinar on designing and delivering #InclusiveEvents on 1 December 🎤 Join us to find out how to make your events barrier-free for attendees with disabilities or long-term conditions. Book your place (free and open to all): ow.ly/7VxL50X8y4a#InclusiveEvents #Accessibility #DisabilityInclusion

1 week to go before our online #GlobalConference 'Disability inclusion in a complex world', sponsored by HSBC. Have you registered? Free for Members and Partners, £200 + VAT for non-members. Register: https://ow.ly/7LLL50XgZcg#GlobalConference #DisabilitySmartWorld

Our Global Assessment is a fantastic opportunity to assess and improve your disability inclusion performance. It shows how disability-smart your organisation is globally, at both a Headquarters and country level. Don't miss out, sign up to complete it before 28 November! https://ow.ly/iBpF50Xqqbn

'[The training] will improve any relationship with disabled employees to make a better workplace.' Our clients love our training in disability-smart management practices. Do you want your managers to lead supportive conversations with disabled stakeholders? Find out more: https://ow.ly/FN7T50XpSlZ

Gathering #CustomerFeedback is crucial to ensuring the #Accessibility of your digital products and services. Find out more in our free resource on how to consult with customers. It's free and open to all. https://ow.ly/cMMo50Xhsuj#CustomerFeedback#Accessibility#BDFTechTaskforce

For people with communications difficulties, the Communication Access Symbol in a shop window makes a world of difference. Complete the FREE Communications Access UK training and commit to the standards today: https://communication-access.co.uk/ #InclusiveCommunication #DisabilityInclusion

Businesses will share how they are maintaining high #Accessibility standards globally at our online Global Conference on 20 November. £200 + VAT, free for our Members and Partners. Sponsored by HSBC: https://ow.ly/F9AY50XlJfk#Accessibility #DisabilitySmartWorld

On 5 November, Sir Charlie Mayfield published the #KeepBritainWorkingReview. Read the response from our CEO, Diane Lightfoot: https://ow.ly/bVy350XofLZ#KeepBritainWorkingReview #AccessToWork #DisabledEmployees #DisabilityInclusion

Did you know we have a range of resources about disability and business that's open to all and completely free? Access our Disability Essentials collection today to find out about workplace adjustments, legal requirements and much more. https://ow.ly/GMV550Xkfiq #DisabilityInclusion

Could you go on a journey without a starting point or destination? Of course not, and the same goes for your #Accessibility journey. Use our Accessibility Maturity Model (AMM) to figure out where you are and where you should go. Free and open to all: https://ow.ly/M6Kq50XhqS7#Accessibility #BDFTechTaskforce

Join our online #GlobalConference on 20 November to discover how the #EuropeanAccessibilityAct is reshaping business obligations across the EU. Get practical steps to stay ahead. £200 + VAT, free for our Members and Partners. Sponsored by HSBC. ow.ly/X1ow50XaWFK#GlobalConference#EuropeanAccessibilityAct#DisabilitySmartWorld

Mark your calendars: the #DisabilitySmartImpactAwards 2026 open for entries on 3 December. We’ve added the word ‘impact’ because this is what the awards are all about: organisations making a real impact on the lives of disabled people. More information coming soon. https://ow.ly/6QQ950XmjoC

Looking to get buy-in to sign up to our #GlobalAssessment (sponsored by Shell and Schneider Electric)? Key points to highlight: Improving disability inclusion. Legal and regulatory compliance. Reputation and brand. More information for your business case: https://ow.ly/WLhv50XeZyA

Adjustments that work for students often differ from what you need in the workplace. Listen to Morgan's experience of transitioning to the workplace with our Partner PwC in this episode of our podcast 'If you don’t mind me asking'. www.youtube.com/watc... #BDFTechTaskforce #WorkplaceAdjustments

Hear how global businesses assess their #DisabilityInclusion efforts across markets and use the information to build their strategies at our online #GlobalConference on 20 November. £200 + VAT, free for our membership. Sponsored by HSBC. https://ow.ly/WoXF50XeVP0#DisabilityInclusion#GlobalConference#DisabilitySmartWorld

Welcome to our membership Jisc! We look forward to working with you to achieve your goals in disability inclusion. Find out more about becoming a Member: https://ow.ly/6ozH50XgW1Q #DisabilitySmart #DisabilityInclusion #Membership

Do you have staff that does utilities work in customers' homes? Does your organisation do street works? Our 'Think Disability' resources are designed to educate your front-line staff on #DisabilityInclusion. Available to all. Free for Partners, 50% off for Members. https://ow.ly/Knft50Xg8N6

"We know that authentic representation is crucial in changing how disability is understood. These fantastic new images can help move away from the tired and cliched tropes we see every day." - Digital journalist, BBC News. FREE photo collection for media professionals: ow.ly/A8Of50X8z60

#Accessibility funding needs to be thought out and managed, just like any other area of IT. We've created a free resource to help organisations consider the different types of activity that need to be funded, and identify and manage their budgets. ow.ly/Jjhb50X9GpQ#Accessibility #BDFTechTaskforce

Our Member Everway is showcasing its newest AI tools designed to support every employee, including neurodivergent colleagues, to focus, communicate clearly, and work more efficiently. Thursday 13 November, 3 pm GMT. Register here: https://bit.ly/AI-BDF #AI #NeuroInclusion #Neurodiversity

If you're in our membership, why not do a trial run of our #GlobalAssessment? 🌍 You can complete the self-assessment version in one day for free, and your results are confidential. Sponsored by Shell and Schneider Electric. Sign up by 28 November. ow.ly/7r9Q50XaYVg

Join our #GlobalConference session to explore the challenges businesses face in the current complex global #DisabilityInclusion landscape. 20 November, online. £200 + VAT, free for our Members and Partners. Sponsored by HSBC. ow.ly/wQps50X9PR7#GlobalConference#DisabilityInclusion#DisabilitySmartWorld

Do you know how to design and deliver inclusive events? Join our free webinar on 1 December to get practical tips from our Events Manager. We'll cover planning, choosing the right event format, designing an inclusive programme, adjustments and more. Book your place: ow.ly/QJle50X8vYX

How can you embed accessibility within your procurement processes? You can include #Accessibility from the start of the process by using our Accessibility Request for Proposal - it's free and open to all. ow.ly/XPg450X9Fru#Accessibility #BDFTechTaskforce #InclusiveProcurement

Members and Partners, are you making the most of your membership? Your membership benefits include: A dedicated Business Partner. The Advice Service.   The Knowledge Hub. Our events, Networks and Taskforces. Find out how to maximise your membership: ow.ly/OTjY50X2Wzw

Next week is #WomenInTechWeek! Our Director of Public Policy and Research Angela Matthews will be joining the in-person event 'Rewiring the pipeline: building inclusive and disability-confident tech careers' on 16 October, 1 - 3 pm. More information: women-in-tech-week.com/

Free disability image collection for the media 📢 We invite picture editors and media professionals to sign up to our free image collection. The 75 photos will help you represent disabled people authentically in all your stories. Request the free images (media only): ow.ly/Nzzk50X7Sep

Sessions of our #GlobalConference, sponsored by HSBC: - Getting serious about inclusion in a complex world. - The European Accessibility Act (EAA). - Maintaining high accessibility standards globally. - Understanding your global accessibility activities. ow.ly/BNio50X8oSM #DisabilitySmartWorld

'Our relationship with BDF is so highly valued that we genuinely use it as a benchmark when reviewing our other partnerships.' - Charley Crabb, Diversity and Inclusion Consultant, Allianz UK. Find out more about joining us: ow.ly/f6aR50X2Kxl #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilitySmart

What do disabled employees want from a workplace - is it free food and duvet days, or flexibility, adjustments and a supportive manager? Join us for a FREE webinar on retaining disabled employees on 16 October, 12 - 1 pm. Free and open to all. ow.ly/5rX550WY1EO

We look back on our #AnnualReception, generously hosted by our Partner dla-piper.bsky.social. We explored the transformative power of #Sport in #DisabilityInclusion and what workplaces can learn from it. Read the recap blog: ow.ly/vIk250X6f3Q#AnnualReception,#Sport#DisabilityInclusionhoto credit: Ollie Rudkin. #DisabilitySmart

We look forward to attending AbilityNet's #TechSharePro2025, the UK’s leading #Accessibility and #InclusiveDesign conference. The event will include inspiring talks, practical workshops, and networking with global accessibility leaders. Register here: www.techsharepro.com#TechSharePro2025,

Interested in our Global Assessment? The deadline for sign ups has been extended to 28 November. Come along to our free online workshop on 16 October to find out more. ow.ly/TAFQ50X1qy1 #Global #GlobalBusiness #DisabilityInclusion

We were delighted to have Louise Bailey, Belonging Lead with our Member OVO, on the steering group which helped develop our new desk-free resources for the utilities sector. She explains how and why utilities companies will benefit in a new blog: ow.ly/pt0R50X4cE9 #DisabilitySmart

You might have heard of #AssistiveTechnology (AT), but do you know what it means exactly, and how your organisation could benefit from it? Read the resources or watch the introductory video in our free Technology Toolkit: ow.ly/NsJa50WUEMY#AssistiveTechnology #BDFTechTaskforce

One of your team members gets signed off with back pain. You remember they had recently seemed to be in discomfort at work. How can you support them on their return? Read #WorkplaceAdjusments scenarios in our FREE Disability Essentials resources: ow.ly/c4QT50X0IXe#WorkplaceAdjusments #ReasonableAdjustments

Calling all star bakers! The applications for the next series of #GreatBritishBakeOff are open until 15 December at 1 pm. If you or someone you know is interested, visit www.applyforbakeoff.co.uk or email [email protected]. #GBBO #BakeOff @britishbakeoff.bsky.social

Skill up your team in #DisabilityInclusion with our training courses. We offer 4 standard courses, plus tailored or bespoke learning. Open to all, with discounted prices for our Members and Partners. Find out more: ow.ly/U9ru50WTV4m#DisabilityInclusion #WorkplaceTraining #LearningAndDevelopment

#AccessibilityTraining for your colleagues is critical, but where can you find it? The experts in our Tech Taskforce have put together a range of tried-and-tested resources and suppliers you can use, some of which are completely free: ow.ly/cAGO50WUE8S#AccessibilityTraining #BDFTechTaskforce #A11y

DEADLINE EXTENDED! Global organisations in our membership now have until 28 November to sign up to our Global Assessment to measure their performance in #DisabilityInclusion. Sponsored by Shell and Schneider Electric. Find out more: ow.ly/Xf8s50WYSXb#DisabilityInclusion. #GlobalBusiness

Registration is open for our online #GlobalConference on 20 November, sponsored by HSBC. Join us to hear about how businesses are working in this complex global landscape. Free for Members and Partners, £200 + VAT for non-members. ow.ly/92eU50WZevT #DisabilitySmartWorld

FREE webinar on retaining disabled employees on 16 October, 12 - 1 pm. The next webinar in our 'What works?' series will explore what disabled employees really want from a workplace, so you can retain disabled talent. Open to all. ow.ly/YAzH50WY18t #Retention #DisabilityInclusion

Why does #EmployeeEngagement matter in #DisabilityInclusion? Our Senior Business Partner Team Lead explains why engagement should be the cornerstone of your inclusion strategy, and how to give your employees opportunities to share their experiences. ow.ly/jfXR50WVhuH

Thank you to the BBC for covering the challenges that disabled people and employers are experiencing with #AccessToWork on BBC Breakfast this morning. Read the online story with comment from us and our Partner Allianz UK: ow.ly/qwRu50WY0sg #DisabilityInclusion

Is your organisation serious about #DigitalAccessibility? Show your commitment by signing up to the Accessible Technology Charter. It's a public declaration which sets out 10 commitments to good practice. ow.ly/LjZJ50WTYgt#DigitalAccessibility? #BDFTechTaskforce #A11y

Businesses are failing employees with disabilities by overlooking their skills, charity warns, leading to a gap in employment levels #hrnews www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1932...

Do you want your people managers to understand #WorkplaceAdjustments? Our new course Inclusive Line Management gives managers the blueprint needed to co-create successful workplace adjustments with disabled colleagues. Open to all. Discounted for our membership. Video:

London models help change the image of disability ethicalmarketingnews.com/london-model... @businessdisability.bsky.social

The sign-up window for the Global Assessment is now OPEN (Members and Partners only). Sign up before 26 September to complete the Assessment in January 2026. Thank you to our sponsors Shell and Schneider Electric. Find out more about the Assessment in our video: youtu.be/fvm9Q5c0vI8?...

Dates for the calendar 📅 Our Member @geniuswithin.bsky.social have 2 great webinars on #Neurodiversity coming up this autumn. Find out more and book on their website: geniuswithin.org/web...#Neurodiversity #Neuroinclusion #InclusiveManagement #ReasonableAdjustments