Rights should be enforceable, not aspirational. 62% of disabled people who responded to our survey said their rights aren’t effectively upheld, and 94% don’t believe things will improve in the next five years. Our manifesto is a demand for change. www.disabilitywales.org/from-barely-...

Disabled people still face oppression. We’re calling on political parties to help end it. The Access to Politics Charter lays out clear steps to build a more equitable, inclusive and representative Wales. 📜 Read the Charter: www.disabilitywales.org/introducing-...

Introducing the Access to Politics Charter - Disability Wales

Introducing the Access to Politics Charter, a practical roadmap for political parties to support the participation, representation and influence of disabled people

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We're deeply saddened to report the death of Graham Findlay. A former colleague and a long-standing disabled people’s rights activist, Graham’s contribution, especially in the field of accessible housing, was immense. He will be greatly missed. Our tribute: www.disabilitywales.org/in-memory-of...

We’ve called for incorporation of the UNCRDP into Welsh law for 15+ years, and we’re still waiting. Without it, disabled people’s rights remain aspirational, not enforceable. That’s why this is Call 1 in our manifesto. 📘Download it & help us demand better. www.disabilitywales.org/from-barely-...

Political parties, we need you! Co-produced with Deaf, disabled & neurodivergent people, the Access to Politics Charter offers practical steps toward inclusion. It’s not a checklist, it’s a journey and we invite you to take the first step. 📜 Read it here: www.disabilitywales.org/introducing-...

'Let us put aside all that divides us and commit ourselves to all that unites us so that we may stand together as one human family'. Honoured to participate in the Wales #HolocaustMemorialDay on behalf @disabilitywales.bsky.social

To mark #HMD2026, we’ve compiled a list of resources highlighting the experiences of disabled people during the Holocaust and the significance of this day. We must never forget. www.disabilitywales.org/holocaust-me...

Holocaust Memorial Day 2026 - Disability Wales

Today is Holocaust Memorial Day, a time to remember those murdered during the Holocaust, alongside the many others persecuted and killed by the Nazi regime and in genocides that have taken place aroun...

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Heddiw, ar Ddiwrnod Cofio'r Holocost, rydyn ni'n cofio'r 250,000+ o bobl anabl a laddwyd yn ystod cynllun cyfrinachol y Natsïaid o'r enw 'Rhaglen T4'. Rhaid inni gofio'r bobl hynny a sefyll yn erbyn rhagfarn a chasineb. #DiwrnodCofiorHolocost #HMD2026 #GoleuniYnYTywyllwch

Today, on Holocaust Memorial Day, we remember the 250,000+ disabled people who were killed during the Nazi secret plan called the 'T4 Program'. We must remember those people and stand against prejudice and hatred. #HolocaustMemorialDay #HMD2026 #LightTheDarkness

🚨News. Disabled candidates standing in the Senedd Elections urged to apply early for Access to Elected Office Fund Wales. Read more: www.disabilitywales.org/press-releas...

Press release: Disabled candidates standing in the Senedd Elections urged to apply early for Access to Elected Office Fund Wales  - Disability Wales

For immediate release  Disabled people across Wales who are planning to stand in this year’s Senedd elections are being encouraged to apply early for the Access to Elected Office Fund Wales, to ensure...

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🕯️ The round table is calling… Who’s staying faithful to social media accessibility? These everyday actions can create or remove barriers online. Choose your next move wisely 👀 #TheTraitors #TraitorsUK #accessibility #DigitalAccessibility

Say hello to our Full Member Disabled People's Organisations! We're excited to launch a brand new webpage highlighting DPOs and the important work they do. Have a read: www.disabilitywales.org/about/member...

“This Charter is about creating real change, ensuring disabled people are not just consulted but represented in the rooms where decisions about their lives are made. Great to see news of our Access to Politics Charter launch featured in @nation.cymru. nation.cymru/news/charter...

Charter launched to boost disabled candidates in politics

Adam Johannes Disability Wales is urging political parties to sign up to a set of commitments aimed at getting more Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent people into elected office, sparking fresh debate ...

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👀1 in 5 people in Wales are disabled. But we're still underrepresented in politics and decision-making spaces. The Access to Politics Charter sets out how political parties can change that. Let’s aspire to achieve equity together. Read the Charter: www.disabilitywales.org/introducing-...

Falch o lansio ein Siarter Mynediad at Wleidyddiaeth, canllaw beiddgar ac ymarferol i gefnogi cyfranogiad, cynrychiolaeth a dylanwad pobl anabl mewn bywyd gwleidyddol ledled Cymru. Pleidiau gwleidyddol, mae'r cyfrifoldeb nawr gyda chi. Cymerwch y camau hollbwysig tuag at degwch.

Disability Wales@disabilitywales.bsky.social · 7mo ago

Proud to launch our Access to Politics Charter this week, a bold, practical guide to support disabled people's participation, representation & influence in political life across Wales. Political parties, the next step is yours. Commit to the Charter & take action towards equity.

Proud to launch our Access to Politics Charter this week, a bold, practical guide to support disabled people's participation, representation & influence in political life across Wales. Political parties, the next step is yours. Commit to the Charter & take action towards equity.

🧭 Ac felly mae'n dechrau... Mae'r Siarter Mynediad at Wleidyddiaeth yma! Canllaw beiddgar i bleidiau gwleidyddol gael gwared ar rwystrau ac adeiladu Cymru fwy cynhwysol a chynrychioliadol. Rydym yn gwahodd pleidiau i gymryd y cam cyntaf tuag at degwch. www.disabilitywales.org/cyflwyno-sia...

🧭 And so it begins... The Access to Politics Charter is here! A bold and practical guide for political parties to remove barriers & build a more inclusive, representative Wales. We invite parties to take the first step toward equity. Read the Charter: www.disabilitywales.org/introducing-...

Are you a disabled person passionate about disability rights and inclusion? We’re recruiting a Disability Engagement & Inclusion Officer to lead partnership work with Citizens Advice across Gwent and Cwm Taf Morgannwg. Apply by: Midday on Thu 15 Jan. ow.ly/o9px50XM9NE

Thriving means living your life with confidence, not caution. Disabled people deserve access to information, services and opportunities without barriers. Our manifesto sets out how political parties can make that a reality. www.disabilitywales.org/from-barely-... #FromSurvivingToThriving

Christmas closure dates. 🎄 Our team will be logging off for the holidays later today. We’ll be back at our desks on Monday 5 January. We’ll respond to any enquiries received during our office closure when we return. Merry Christmas, everyone. Nadolig Llawen!

🌟DW’s 2025 highlights. It's been an incredibly challenging year for disabled people, but there have been important achievements too. Huge thanks to our amazing team and to our members and allies for your continued support. Here’s what we’ve been proud to work on.

We were proud to stand alongside the chairs of the Disability Rights Taskforce and its working groups at the launch of Welsh Government’s Disabled People’s Rights Plan. Its delivery must remain a priority for the next Welsh Government. Read our statement: disabilitywales.org/disability-w...

Human rights are essential for disabled people’s dignity and independence. This #HumanRightsDay, Disability Wales joins 180+ organisations calling on the UK Government to defend and strengthen our rights, not undermine them. Leadership matters. www.bihr.org.uk/our-work/our... #HRD25

Human Rights Day 2025: Open Letter | BIHR

Read our letter to the Prime Minister and political leaders, signed by over 180 organisations from across the UK.

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Thriving means seeing disabled people reflected in our communities, media and politics. Representation shapes what feels possible. Read our manifesto to see how we can build a Wales where disabled people move from surviving to thriving. disabilitywales.org/from-barely-... #DWManifesto

We were pleased to work with @disabilitywales.bsky.social to create an Easy Read version of their new manifesto, From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving. www.ldw.org.uk/er-work/easy... It shares what disabled people and their organisations said needs to change in Wales over the next 5 years.

New Manifesto! From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving @disabilitywales.bsky.social

Disability Wales@disabilitywales.bsky.social · 8mo ago

Introducing From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving: Disabled People’s Manifesto 2026–2031. Developed with DPOs and 250+ disabled people, it calls for action across five key areas to build a Wales where disabled people can thrive. Read more: disabilitywales.org/from-barely-... #DWManifesto

🚨News. Disability Wales’ Manifesto calls for a society where disabled people truly thrive not barely survive. 'This manifesto is a call to action for all political parties to commit to real change.' Read more: www.disabilitywales.org/press-releas... #DWManifesto

Press release: Disability Wales’ Manifesto calls for a society where disabled people truly thrive not barely survive - Disability Wales

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Disability Wales has launched its 2026–2031 Manifesto, From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving, alongside a new commitment card designed to hold political parties and candidates ...

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Rydym yn falch o fod wedi mynychu lansiad y maniffesto pwysig hwn gan @disabilitywales.bsky.social. Cam pwysig tuag at gydraddoldeb a chynhwysiant i bobl anabl yng Nghymru. #ManiffestoAC

Disability Wales@disabilitywales.bsky.social · 8mo ago

Yn cyflwyno O Oroesi i Ffynnu: Maniffesto Pobl Anabl 2026–2031. Wedi'i ddatblygu gyda Sefydliadau Pobl Anabl a 250+ o bobl anabl, mae'n galw am weithredu ar draws pum maes allweddol i adeiladu Cymru lle gall pobl anabl ffynnu. Mwy: disabilitywales.org/o-oroesi-i-f... #ManiffestoAC

We’re proud to have attended the launch of this important manifesto from @disabilitywales.bsky.social. An important step toward equality and inclusion for disabled people in Wales. #DWManifesto

Disability Wales@disabilitywales.bsky.social · 8mo ago

Introducing From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving: Disabled People’s Manifesto 2026–2031. Developed with DPOs and 250+ disabled people, it calls for action across five key areas to build a Wales where disabled people can thrive. Read more: disabilitywales.org/from-barely-... #DWManifesto