Bild members get many fantastic benefits, from our webinar library to free journal access Take a look at our membership offer to see how it can enhance your work towards a society where everyone can enjoy the same rights and opportunities: bild.org.uk/membership/

#ADHD in people with a #LearningDisability is under-recognised and can be difficult to assess. This @ucl.ac.uk study is seeking to better understand how ADHD presents and affects daily life in people with a learning disability. If you're interested, email [email protected] to register your interest.

We're celebrating #NationalSiblingsDay2026! It's an opportunity for recognising the valuable role siblings play in the lives of their disabled brothers and sisters, including siblings with learning disabilities. Find out more and get involved: www.sibs.org.uk/nsd @sibs.org.uk

We're thrilled for Kate Brackley, Bild Learning Disability Advisor, who has been nominated for @dimensionsuk.bsky.social's #LeadersAwards 2026, run in partnership with @learningdisability.bsky.social. We're rooting for you, Kate! And wishing good luck to all other entrants! 🎉

#AutismAcceptanceWeek is coming to an end, but we continue our work towards a society where everyone has the same rights and opportunities. We close with words from Andy, from Bild for the Future, who reminds us that the lives of autistic people with learning disabilities are not hypotheticals.

Did you know that many of the speakers and chairs at the International Positive Behaviour Support Conference 2026, Advancing PBS: From expert-driven to experience-led, will also be delivering workshops? Explore the programme and join us in Bristol on 19-20 May: bild.org.uk/IPBSConf26Pr

We're back for another day of #AutismAcceptanceWeek! Being comfortable in yourself is one of the most important things for anyone, but it can be difficult for autistic people to feel safe expressing themselves. We hope you're proud to be yourself today!

We hope you're enjoying #AutismAcceptanceWeek! The differences in how autistic people see the world are often viewed as problems to be solved, but what if we embraced diverse ways of seeing the world? Tony told us that he's proud to have a different way of experiencing things.

It's Day 2 of Autism Acceptance Week! Autism is often viewed as a difficulty that people have to overcome, but Andy from Bild for the Future explained that he views autism as a great strength. #AutismAcceptanceWeek #AutismAcceptanceWeek2026 #AutismAcceptanceWeek26 #AutismAcceptanceMonth

It's #AutismAcceptanceWeek! We spoke to autistic people who also have learning disabilities to find out what makes people proud to be autistic. Starting off strong, a member of the Worcester Monday Night Club told us that they were proud of how quickly they were able to learn new things.

The next #GrowingOlderWithLearningDisabilities webinar is happening next week. Join us at 12:30pm on 1 April as we explore non-dementia regression in people with Down's Syndrome. We will be hearing from @dsa-uk.bsky.social Register to join us: bild.org.uk/DSRDWeb

If you need urgent medical help but you're not sure where to go, use 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you. An Easy Read leaflet explaining how to access the NHS 111 service, and what happens during the process, is now available: www.bild.org.uk/wp-content/u...

Our new website is live! We're excited to bring you a fresh, accessible and easy‑to‑navigate website that brings everything you need together in one place. We hope you enjoy exploring the new site! Take a look: www.bild.org.uk/

Meet the Chairs for the International Positive Behaviour Support Conference 2026! Debbie Austin, Professor Edwin Jones, Seema Islam and Bev Murphy will lead us through our conference programme, spotlighting the continued evolution of PBS. Join us in Bristol 19-20 May: bild.org.uk/IPBSConf26

Lindsey Allen, Bild Coproduction Lead and Sarah Leitch, RRN Director of Development are at 'Learning Disability and Mental Health Nursing: Leading Change Saving Lives' at @dmu.ac.uk in Leicester today.

Exciting news! We've been working behind the scenes on changes to our website, to bring you a fresh design, improved accessibility, easier navigation and everything you need in one place. Keep an eye on the Bild website and social media next week for a first look.

Bild's GOLD Conference 2026 was moving and inspiring! We heard powerful stories of lived experience, cutting edge research and innovative solutions enabling quality, connected care for people with learning disabilities. Full conference report: www.bild.org.uk/connected-ca... #GOLDConf26

Meet the speakers! We're delighted to introduce Julie Beadle-Brown, Kamar El Hoziel and Shell Williams, who will be speaking at the International Positive Behaviour Support Conference in Bristol, 19-20 May. Discover more speakers on the programme and book your place: bild.org.uk/IPBSConf26Pr

The next #GrowingOlderWithLearningDisabilities webinar will explore non-dementia regression in people with Down's syndrome. We will be joined by @dsa-uk.bsky.social on 1 April at 12:30pm. You can register to join us here: bild.org.uk/DSRDWeb

We are delighted to share the keynote programme for the International Positive Behaviour Support Conference 2026, featuring a fantastic line-up of thought leaders, professionals and experts by experience. Explore the programme and book your place today: bild.org.uk/IPBSConf26Pr

There are just two weeks left to apply for the BTEC Bild Diploma in Practice Leadership for Supporting Good Health and Wellbeing, starting 13 April. Applications close on 13 March. Find out more and apply here: www.bild.org.uk/qualificatio...

One week to go until the next Bild for the Future webinar exploring Bild’s Working Together Checker and how it can help organisations do better coproduction. Register to join us at 12:30pm on 5 March: bild.org.uk/WTCWeb #CoProduction

Booking is open for the International Positive Behaviour Support Conference, taking place 19–20 May in Bristol and online. If you're a Bild member, don't forget your exclusive, early bird discount, available until tomorrow 27 February! Book your place: bild.org.uk/IPBSConf26

Today’s Growing Older with Learning Disabilities Conference has come to a close. We would like to say a big thank you to all our attendees, speakers and workshop presenters for contributing to this year’s conference online. #GOLDConf26

We are looking forward to welcoming everyone joining us online for today's Growing Older with Learning Disabilities Conference. Our Chairs for today are David Harling BEM and Aisha Edwards , who will be guiding us through our packed programme. #GOLDConf26

We are pleased to announce the next #GrowingOlderWithLearningDisabilities webinar, talking place on 1 April at 12:30pm. We will be joined by @dsa-uk.bsky.social to discuss non-dementia regression in people with Down's Syndrome. Register to attend: bild.org.uk/DSRDWeb

On 5 March at 12:30pm, Bild for the Future will be hosting a webinar exploring Bild’s Working Together Checker and how it can help organisations do better coproduction. Register to join us: www.bild.org.uk/WTCWeb #CoProduction

Just one week left to register for this year's GOLD Conference! Don't miss out - book your place today: www.bild.org.uk/GOLDConf26

🎉We're delighted to announce Prof. Peter McGill as the first keynote speaker for the IPBS Conference 2026! As a psychologist, social worker and academic, Peter has worked with and for people with learning disabilities for over 50 years. Join us in Bristol or online: bild.org.uk/IPBSConf26

The next webinar from our learning disability advisory group, Bild for the Future, takes place on 5 March at 12:30pm. Join us for a webinar explaining Bild’s Working Together Checker and how it can help organisations do better coproduction. Register to attend: www.bild.org.uk/WTCWeb

We are thrilled to be joined at this year's GOLD Conference by Jane Nickels, who will deliver the workshop "Healthcare and social care – with and without a learning disability" on 25 February. You can find the full programme, including all workshops available here: bild.org.uk/GOLDConf26Pr

Registration is open for the International PBS Conference 2026, taking place 19–20 May in Bristol and online! The conference will spotlight the evolution of PBS, reaffirming the vital role of coproduction and truly person-led support. Find out more: bild.org.uk/IPBSConf26

The next Attachment Difficulties and Complex Trauma open programme takes place 5-6 March in Liverpool. Find out more about the programme and book your place: www.bild.org.uk/Attachment26

We are delighted to be joined by Noor Al-Refae for this year's GOLD Conference on 25 February. Noor will deliver the keynote presentation, "Healthy weight and healthy living for people with learning disabilities: a whole-systems approach matters" Book your place today: bild.org.uk/GOLDConf26Pr

Bild membership gets you 100% FREE access to some journals as well as half price subscriptions to the International Journal of Positive Behavioural Support! Find out more about becoming a Bild member today: bild.org.uk/membership/

Workshops for this year’s Growing Older with Learning Disabilities Conference, Connected Care: Good health and growing older across health and social care, have been added to the conference programme! Book your place and join us online on 25 February: www.bild.org.uk/GOLDConf26Pr

Bild is delighted to announce the launch of the Bild Diploma in Practice Leadership, a unique, practice-based qualification for those providing direct support in health, social care, or education. Find out more about the Bild Diploma in Practice Leadership here: www.bild.org.uk/qualificatio...

Take part in vital dementia research. ‘Join Dementia Research’ is seeking to understand what causes dementia, develop effective treatments and improve the care of those living with dementia. Anyone over 18 can take part in the research, and no diagnosis is needed: joindementiaresearch.nihr.ac.uk/

We are delighted to announce Aisha Edwards and David Harling BEM as co-chairs for the GOLD Conference 2026 – Connected Care: Good health and growing older across health and social care. View the programme and register today: bild.org.uk/GOLDConf26Pr

Tomorrow at 12:30pm we're hosting a free webinar deep diving into our new Bild diploma empowering social care staff to make a real difference to the health and wellbeing of those they support. Register to join us here: bild.org.uk/SCDWeb #HealthInequalities

Booking is now open for the International PBS Conference, taking place 19–20 May in Bristol and online. The conference will spotlight the evolution of PBS, reaffirming the vital role of coproduction and truly person-led support. Find out more: bild.org.uk/IPBSConf26

One week until Bild's next free webinar! Register to join us at 12:30pm on 21 January as we deep dive on our new diploma: bild.org.uk/SCDWeb We will hear more about the diploma, the journey to it’s development and the real world experiences that inspired it. #HealthInequalities

We are delighted to announce that Prof. Sara Ryan, Professor of Social Care, and Pam Bebbington, Expert by Experience, will be speaking at the Growing Older with Learning Disabilities Conference in February. Book your place now to join us online on 25 February: bild.org.uk/GOLDConf26

There are two weeks to go until our free webinar exploring Bild's new BTEC Diploma in Practice Leadership for Supporting Good Health and Wellbeing Join us at 12:30pm on 21 January to find out how social care staff can support good health and wellbeing for the people they support: bild.org.uk/SCDWeb

Never miss a webinar! Can't make it to our next webinar? With Bild membership, you can access our library of past webinars, including recordings of recent webinars sent right to your inbox Find out more here: bild.org.uk/membership/

Bild will close on Monday 22 December and reopen on Monday 5 January 2026. If you contact us over the holidays, please bear with us and we'll get back to you in the new year. We wish you a safe and happy festive season.

Bild's next free webinar will focus on our new BTEC Diploma in Practice Leadership for Supporting Good Health and Wellbeing Register to join us on 21 January at 12:30pm, as we explore how social care staff can support good health and wellbeing: bild.org.uk/SCDWeb #HealthInequalities

We're delighted to announce that the next International Positive Behaviour Support Conference will take place in Bristol and online on 19-20 May 2026! Look out for further information coming soon, including how to book your place.

The keynote speaker programme for the GOLD Conference 2026 is now live! Join us online on 25 February 2026 to advance a shared vision of better health for people with learning disabilities. See the full programme and book your online place today: www.bild.org.uk/GOLDConf26Pr

Our next Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner programme takes place on 10-11 February 2026 in Liverpool. This two day programme introduces the key components of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and the values and science that underpin it. Find out more: www.bild.org.uk/PBSPractitio...