Getting active doesn't just mean sports! It's about Disabled people having equal right to partake in creative, enjoyable activities. These are things we all deserve - and spaces non-disabled people also get locked out of based on class, race & gender. GYA seeks to change this for all of us!

📣 Fill out our survey! Are you a physical activity provider who wants to provide inclusive opportunities but may find it hard? We want to hear about your facilities, as well as any challenges you may face in providing accessible services. Take part 👇 www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/fill-ou...

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🗒️Survey on Disability Confident Employers The DWP is asking for the views of Disabled people to help inform their Disability Confident employer scheme. Have an experience you'd like to share? Take part here 👇 forms.microsoft.com/pages/respon...

The Timms Review interim report was released today. Many of the initial findings will come as no surprise to Disabled people - but what scope for change is there when the Government have said they will not increase - or may even cut - the existing budget?

Another heatwave hitting parts of England this week... try to stay as cool and safe as you can ❤️‍🩹 Don't push yourself to do any unnecessary physical activity, especially if it feels uncomfortable and remember: trying to protect your wellbeing is what matters most!

"For an organisation, you could spend lots of time and money investing in something and then it turns out, it's not what we need. That's why it's better to involve us from the start" Rachel from our Sounding Board group speaks about the role of co-production 🗣️

📣 Fill out our survey! Are you a physical activity provider who wants to provide inclusive opportunities but may find it hard? We want to hear about your facilities, as well as any challenges you may face in providing accessible services. Take part 👇 www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/fill-ou...

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Go over and follow @getyrselfactive.bsky.social to learn more about their work centring the experiences of Disabled people and fighting for all of our rights to movement and sport, free from barriers or obstructions 🎾

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Powerful words from Martino this #CoProWeek2026 on how co-production can shake the foundations of the status quo! 🎙️"The sports and physical activity sector has been dominated by the same voices for a very long time... we need to challenge that model and challenge the medical model"

Powerful words from Martino this #CoProWeek2026 on how co-production can shake the foundations of the status quo! 🎙️"The sports and physical activity sector has been dominated by the same voices for a very long time... we need to challenge that model and challenge the medical model"

What are the advantages of co-production? This #CoProWeek2026, hear from Chloe as she explains just how much learning she has gained from being a part of the co-production process. Want to learn more? View our simple guide 📖 getyourselfactive.org/guide/a-simp...

🌞 As the hot weather continues, we wanted to share some resources on water safety There are so many opportunities across this isle have fun in the water, but it's important to be aware of precautions to stay safe. Read @rlssuk.bsky.social's resource 🛟 www.rlss.org.uk/listing/cate...

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47% of UK accidental drownings occur between May and August.* We also see a heightened risk of drowning when air temperatures are higher.  When UK average maximum air temperatures reach or exceed...

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It's #CoProWeek2026, hosted by @scie.org.uk! We spoke to co-production participants and organisations about why it's so important to them 🧩 📹Have a watch and share! www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFfU...

Celebrating co-production week 2026!

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🌿No one should be restricted from enjoying the outdoors 🍁 The Barnwood Trust has just launched their #AccessToNature Hub, full of tools, guidance and real examples to help organisations take action and make nature more accessible for Disabled people. More 👇 www.accesstonaturehub.org

📅Next week is co-production week 2026! 📺To brush up on what co-production is and why it's so important in the physical activity sphere for Disabled people, why not watch back this webinar on the advantages of co-production? youtu.be/eD3Php2cDzA?...

Co-production Webinar Series: Advantages of Co-production

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Last year, we spoke to Paralympic champion Sophie Christiansen about the importance of access to sport for Disabled people from a young age, barriers she faced and disability community! Listen here 🎙️https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwr-8iTjpd8 Read here 🔍 getyourselfactive.org/story/our-in...

Interview with Paralympic Champion Sophie Christiansen about Disability Rights

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How do you stay active in a way that suits you? 💬"I only do as much as my body says its wants to do and I place no judgement on that" We heard from Georgia about pole-dancing, how it helped their joint strength and learning to be non-judgemental with your body youtu.be/VdHNihYeh6g

How do you stay active in a way that suits you? Georgia's story

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On Nike's 'Runners welcome, walkers tolerated' advert... 💬"Rather than encouraging participation, such messaging discourages Disabled people from engaging in physical activity altogether - it signals we are not fully welcome in these spaces." More 👇 getyourselfactive.org/nikes-aliena...

"Many students were keen to understand how the social model of disability shapes practice... What stood out was their willingness to reflect and share their current experiences." GYA's Helen wrote about her day at @uochester.bsky.social's Social Work Day 👇 getyourselfactive.org/reflections-...

🚆A Day Trip to Durham – Co-production and Physical Activity Event Our Co-production Lead, Liddie, wrote about her recent trip up to Durham Uni and reflections on wider co-production work! Read more 👇 getyourselfactive.org/a-day-trip-t...

💬 Why It Mattered for a UK Disabled People’s Organisation to Be in Rome "Innovation without inclusion risks widening inequalities; innovation guided by Disabled people can transform lives." Read Laura's blog on her DPO travels to Rome 👇 getyourselfactive.org/why-it-matte...

Ever wondered what our GYA team is getting up to? Would you have guessed an impromptu trip to Stonehenge? Read Laura and Liddie's blog on their trip to meet Wiltshire CiL as we connect and learn from DPOs across the country! 👇 getyourselfactive.org/road-trip-bi...

🏅Carers Active Together Mass Action Day on 15th April, by @carers-uk.bsky.social 61% of carers said they needed more support to be able to look after their wellbeing - this day aims to help carers be involved and active, together. Learn more on their website 👇 www.carersuk.org/help-and-adv...

📊Take part in the study on physical activity after knee replacement surgery If you had UK surgery and used an Apple Watch, iPhone, Fitbit, or Oura Ring before & after, you may be able to join the study: bit.ly/49KiOxo 📩PAPrKA@manchester.ac.uk ☎️0161 306 2719

📚Case study alert! As part of our Get Yourself Active Local work, we've been working in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, supporting Disabled people and local authorities to access activity in a way that suits them! Read more 👇 www.local.gov.uk/case-studies...

We were glad to be welcomed into Parliament by @marykfoymp.bsky.social to present our latest co-produced research with @dusportexsci.bsky.social to MPs, Peers and decision makers on the impact of the Activity Trap. Disabled people are scared of losing benefits, so locked out of being active🧵

Co-Production Webinar Series!🧩 This series, co-designed by our co-production group, is there to help embed co-production in your organisation's work. There are 6 short sessions for you, at 20-30 minutes each. Take a look at each session and register here! www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/join-ou...

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🚨BREAKING NEWS🚨 Health and social care organisations sign @getyrselfactive.bsky.social's open letter to the Government, addressing the shortfalls of their NHS Ten-Year Plan. They call for true co-production and investment in the social care system. Read more👇 getyourselfactive.org/social-care-...

Health & Social Care Organisations Sign Open Letter on NHS Ten-Year-Plan - Get Yourself Active

Numerous health and social care organisations have addressed the Government's NHS Ten-Year-Plan in an open letter, stating it needs great co-production.

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🚨BREAKING NEWS🚨 Health and social care organisations sign our open letter to the Government, addressing the shortfalls of their NHS Ten-Year Plan. Any "preventative strategy must start with co-produced solutions and [...] investment in social care." getyourselfactive.org/social-care-...

Health & Social Care Organisations Sign Open Letter on NHS Ten-Year-Plan - Get Yourself Active

Numerous health and social care organisations have addressed the Government's NHS Ten-Year-Plan in an open letter, stating it needs great co-production.

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💼Job opportunity! Become a Training Officer on our Moving Social Work Programme, embedding disability rights in social work training and giving the right tools to support physical activity for Disabled people Deadline: 9am, 12th Jan More info👇 careers.disabilityrightsuk.org/job/83a611d4...

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Training Officer to join our Moving Social Work ProgrammeWe are hiring a new Training Officer to join our Moving Social Work Programme. This programme supports social work practitioners and students t...

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Whilst the Universal Credit Bill cuts begin in April, there may be steps you need to take before then to secure your claim at the current rate. Our Handbook Editor, Ian, takes you through the upcoming deadlines and how they may affect you 👇 www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/univers...

Universal Credit Cuts: Upcoming Deadlines That May Affect You

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