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The national membership body of Disabled People’s Organisations (DPOs) in Wales, striving for the rights of all disabled people.

Y corff aelodaeth cenedlaethol ar gyfer Sefydliadau Pobl Anabl yng Nghymru, sy’n ymdrechu dros hawliau pob person anabl.
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Disability Wales @disabilitywales.bsky.social · Dec 1
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
Front page of Disability Wales' manifesto. DW's logo is at the top and below it, a torn paper effect reveals the text: From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving. Underneath is a photo of a group of disabled people posing outdoors in a park. At the bottom, the text reads: Disabled People's Manifesto 2026-2031.
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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-...
February 5, 2026 at 11:07 AM
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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-...
Access to Politics Charter front cover. At the top, there are colourful abstract designs in blue, orange, yellow and teal. The title text reads - Access to Politics: Charter for political parties. At the bottom are the Disability Wales and Access to Politics Grassroots Network logos.
February 3, 2026 at 9:57 AM
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'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
Rhian reading a reflection from the lectern at Wales HMD event
January 27, 2026 at 8:39 PM
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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.
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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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January 27, 2026 at 2:46 PM
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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
Llun du a gwyn o dorf o filwyr wedi eu hanafu a phobl anabl o amgylch tanc milwrol. Mae waliau uchel o'u cwmpas a twr arsylwi yn y cefndir.
January 27, 2026 at 9:31 AM
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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
A black and white photo of a crowd of wounded war veterans and disabled people gathered around an army tank. Tall walls enclose the space and there is a guard tower visible in the background.
January 27, 2026 at 9:31 AM
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🚨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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January 26, 2026 at 12:06 PM
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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
A graphic titled 'The Social Media Accessibility Round Table' with a candle on each side of the text. Below is a two-column table. The column on the right is titled 'Faithful actions' and the one of the left is titled 'Needs banishment'. In the faithful actions column are: Adding ALT text image descriptions. Captioning videos. Using CamelCase hashtags #TheTraitors. Sticking to one or two emojis. Using good colour contrast. In the needs banishment column, we have: Images with no descriptions. Videos with unreadable or no captions. Lower case hashtags #thetraitors. Using emojis to convey a message. Poor colour contrast. There are two tall flaming torches on either side of the table and DW's logo is in the top right corner of the graphic.
January 22, 2026 at 2:30 PM
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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...
A graphic titled Full Member Disabled People's Organisations with logos for all of which who are members of Disability Wales. The organisations are: All Wales People First, Arfon Access, Aubergine Café & Events, Blesma - the Limbless Veterans, Dewis Centre for Independent Living, Disability Arts Cymru, Disability in Wales & Africa, Fair Treatment for the Women of Wales, Newport Access Group, See Around Britain, Swans DSA, The Autistic Women's Empowerment Project, The FDF Centre for Independent Living, Torfaen Access Forum, West of England Centre for Inclusive Living, and Young Voices for Choices.
January 20, 2026 at 2:31 PM
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“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.
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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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January 20, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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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-...
Two Charters side by side, the one on the left is in Welsh and in orange reads Mynediad at Wleidyddiaeth: on the next line in blue reads Siarter I Bleidiau Gwleidyddol. The Charter on the right is in English and reads Access to Politics: Charter for Political Parties. Both Charters feature 3 big circles in teal, blue and orange above the writing, each featuring small dots. At the bottom of the page are the bilingual Disability Wales and Access to Politics Grassroots Network logos.
January 19, 2026 at 10:57 AM
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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.
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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.
Access to Politics Network Members and Senedd Members are in a group holding the Charter, looking delighted that it's out in the world. Present are Access to Politics Project Officer Kat Watkins, Network members Briallen Symons-East, Lee Ellery, Paul Allchurch, Lisa Pritchard & Michael Whittaker, and Cabinet Secretary for Housing and Local Government Jayne Bryant MS, Sioned Williams MS, Jenny Rathbone MS, Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Jane Hutt MS, Mark Isherwood MS, and Julie Morgan MS. Network and Senedd Members watching as Network member, Rhiannon Barrar, asks a question. In the first row is Michael Whittaker, Mike Hedges and someone who is indistinguishable. In the second row, Rhiannon Barrer, Lisa Pritchard and Paul Allchurch. In the third row are two journalists from ITV Wales. Two Charters side by side, the Charter on the left is in Welsh and in orange reads Mynediad at Wleidyddiaeth: on the next line in blue reads Siarter I Bleidiau Gwleidyddol. The Charter on the right and in orange reads Access to Politics: on the next line in blue Charter for Political Parties. Both Charters feature 3 big circles in teal, blue and orange above the writing, each featuring small dots. At the bottom of the page are the bilingual Disability Wales and Access to Politics Grassroots Network logos. Network and Senedd Members sitting listening to the launch as it happens. In the first row, Lee Ellery on the left and Joshua Reeves on the right. Second row, Mark Drakeford MS on the right and Briallen Symons-East on the left. In the third row, Mark Isherwood MS on the right and Sara Rees on the left.
January 15, 2026 at 2:48 PM
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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.
Access to Politics Network Members and Senedd Members are in a group holding the Charter, looking delighted that it's out in the world. Present are Access to Politics Project Officer Kat Watkins, Network members Briallen Symons-East, Lee Ellery, Paul Allchurch, Lisa Pritchard & Michael Whittaker, and Cabinet Secretary for Housing and Local Government Jayne Bryant MS, Sioned Williams MS, Jenny Rathbone MS, Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Jane Hutt MS, Mark Isherwood MS, and Julie Morgan MS. Network and Senedd Members watching as Network member, Rhiannon Barrar, asks a question. In the first row is Michael Whittaker, Mike Hedges and someone who is indistinguishable. In the second row, Rhiannon Barrer, Lisa Pritchard and Paul Allchurch. In the third row are two journalists from ITV Wales. Two Charters side by side, the Charter on the left is in Welsh and in orange reads Mynediad at Wleidyddiaeth: on the next line in blue reads Siarter I Bleidiau Gwleidyddol. The Charter on the right and in orange reads Access to Politics: on the next line in blue Charter for Political Parties. Both Charters feature 3 big circles in teal, blue and orange above the writing, each featuring small dots. At the bottom of the page are the bilingual Disability Wales and Access to Politics Grassroots Network logos. Network and Senedd Members sitting listening to the launch as it happens. In the first row, Lee Ellery on the left and Joshua Reeves on the right. Second row, Mark Drakeford MS on the right and Briallen Symons-East on the left. In the third row, Mark Isherwood MS on the right and Sara Rees on the left.
January 15, 2026 at 2:46 PM
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🧭 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...
Clawr blaen Siarter Mynediad at Wleidyddiaeth. Ar y brig, mae dyluniadau lliwgar mewn glas, oren, melyn a gwyrddlas. Mae testun y teitl yn darllen - Mynediad at Wleidyddiaeth: Siarter ar gyfer pleidiau gwleidyddol. Ar y gwaelod mae logos Anabledd Cymru a Rhwydwaith Llawr Gwlad Mynediad at Wleidyddiaeth.
January 13, 2026 at 1:30 PM
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🧭 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-...
Access to Politics Charter front cover. At the top, there are colourful abstract designs in blue, orange, yellow and teal. The title text reads - Access to Politics: Charter for political parties. At the bottom are the Disability Wales and Access to Politics Grassroots Network logos.
January 13, 2026 at 1:30 PM
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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.
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We are recruiting - Disability Engagement and Inclusion Officer. Lead partnership work with Citizens Advice across Gwent and Cwm Taf Morgannwg to strengthen support for disabled people. Closing date: Midday on 15 January 2026. 21 hours per week. Remote working with office at Spark, Cardiff. DW's logo is in the top right corner.
January 13, 2026 at 10:36 AM
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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
January 6, 2026 at 10:37 AM
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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!
Christmas closure dates. Closed from 19th Dec - 5th Jan. The text is set in a white box on a dark blue background which has various white and orange christmas trees and snowflakes. The box is bordered at the top by an orange bow.
December 19, 2025 at 12:07 PM
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🌟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.
A graphic titled 2025 achievements. 2025 is set in gold above the rest of the text. Delivering Social Model of Disability Training to Cabinet Members in a UK-first. Re-launching the Access to Elected Office Fund Wales. Publishing From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving: Disabled People's Manifesto 2026-2031. Launching our new Strategic Plan. Re-launching the Equal Power Equal Voice Mentoring Programme with partner organisations. Continuing important work and hosting successful meetings as part of the Access to Politics Grassroots Network. Attending the launch of Welsh Government's Disabled People's Rights Plan. Campaigning against creul disability benefit cuts including attending a Mass Lobby of MP's with members. 27 media appearances. Attending countless events to highlight DW's work and give voice to disability issues in Wales.
December 19, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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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...
A group photo at the launch of the Disabled People’s Rights Plan. Present are Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice Jane Hutt MS, Disability Rights Taskforce Chair Prof Debbie Foster and Working Group Chairs Damian Bridgeman, Willow Holloway, Andrea Gordon, her guide dog Mae, and Rhian Davies. They're all smiling at the camera, delighted that the Plan is out in the world.
December 18, 2025 at 9:53 AM
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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.
www.bihr.org.uk
December 10, 2025 at 10:21 AM
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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
December 4, 2025 at 11:17 AM
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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.
Front covers in English and Welsh of Easy Read Disabled People’s Manifesto 2026–2031.
December 2, 2025 at 11:13 AM
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New Manifesto! From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving @disabilitywales.bsky.social
disabilitywales.bsky.social Disability Wales @disabilitywales.bsky.social · Dec 1
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
Front page of Disability Wales' manifesto. DW's logo is at the top and below it, a torn paper effect reveals the text: From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving. Underneath is a photo of a group of disabled people posing outdoors in a park. At the bottom, the text reads: Disabled People's Manifesto 2026-2031.
December 2, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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🚨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 ...
www.disabilitywales.org
December 2, 2025 at 10:32 AM