European Disability Forum
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The European Disability Forum defends the interests of 100 million persons with disabilities in Europe. #DisabilityRights
People with disabilities and their organisations are still largely shut off from the climate conversation.
Ahead of #COP30, we explored how climate organisations and disability advocates can work together.
Read at @euobserver.com:
euobserver.com/health-and-s...
Ahead of #COP30, we explored how climate organisations and disability advocates can work together.
Read at @euobserver.com:
euobserver.com/health-and-s...
Why climate solutions need to be disability friendly
It is undeniable that policymakers are responsible for involving persons with disabilities in solutions to address climate change. However, the climate and disability movements must present a united f...
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November 10, 2025 at 8:47 AM
People with disabilities and their organisations are still largely shut off from the climate conversation.
Ahead of #COP30, we explored how climate organisations and disability advocates can work together.
Read at @euobserver.com:
euobserver.com/health-and-s...
Ahead of #COP30, we explored how climate organisations and disability advocates can work together.
Read at @euobserver.com:
euobserver.com/health-and-s...
The #EPDisability Intergroup newsletter is out!
➡️ Update on Intergroup meetings and Members' work on #DisabilityRights
➡️ Interview with MEP @aliciahoms on the EU housing crisis: www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi...
Read: mailchi.mp/edf-feph.org...
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➡️ Update on Intergroup meetings and Members' work on #DisabilityRights
➡️ Interview with MEP @aliciahoms on the EU housing crisis: www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi...
Read: mailchi.mp/edf-feph.org...
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November 4, 2025 at 7:00 AM
The #EPDisability Intergroup newsletter is out!
➡️ Update on Intergroup meetings and Members' work on #DisabilityRights
➡️ Interview with MEP @aliciahoms on the EU housing crisis: www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi...
Read: mailchi.mp/edf-feph.org...
Subscribe: edf-feph.us9.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...
➡️ Update on Intergroup meetings and Members' work on #DisabilityRights
➡️ Interview with MEP @aliciahoms on the EU housing crisis: www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi...
Read: mailchi.mp/edf-feph.org...
Subscribe: edf-feph.us9.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...
Join policymakers, experts and advocates in discussing solutions at our #Accessible Tourism Conference.
Join us on 27 November, in-person in Brussels: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
Join us on 27 November, in-person in Brussels: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
October 31, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Join policymakers, experts and advocates in discussing solutions at our #Accessible Tourism Conference.
Join us on 27 November, in-person in Brussels: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
Join us on 27 November, in-person in Brussels: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
"EU member states have clearly tried to let themselves off the hooks" on Independent Living
Thank you @euronews.com ' reporters @martairaola.bsky.social and @pausoler98.bsky.social for featuring our take in news story on Council Conclusions:
www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
Thank you @euronews.com ' reporters @martairaola.bsky.social and @pausoler98.bsky.social for featuring our take in news story on Council Conclusions:
www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
October 29, 2025 at 10:01 AM
"EU member states have clearly tried to let themselves off the hooks" on Independent Living
Thank you @euronews.com ' reporters @martairaola.bsky.social and @pausoler98.bsky.social for featuring our take in news story on Council Conclusions:
www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
Thank you @euronews.com ' reporters @martairaola.bsky.social and @pausoler98.bsky.social for featuring our take in news story on Council Conclusions:
www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
Today, we launched an updated version of our toolkit on the #ArtificialIntelligence Act.
It explores how new guidelines can support disability rights:
- Prohibited #AI
- Definition of AI systems
- AI Code of Practice
Explore the toolkit: www.edf-feph.org/publications...
It explores how new guidelines can support disability rights:
- Prohibited #AI
- Definition of AI systems
- AI Code of Practice
Explore the toolkit: www.edf-feph.org/publications...
October 28, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Today, we launched an updated version of our toolkit on the #ArtificialIntelligence Act.
It explores how new guidelines can support disability rights:
- Prohibited #AI
- Definition of AI systems
- AI Code of Practice
Explore the toolkit: www.edf-feph.org/publications...
It explores how new guidelines can support disability rights:
- Prohibited #AI
- Definition of AI systems
- AI Code of Practice
Explore the toolkit: www.edf-feph.org/publications...
Our Board Member Kristijan Grđan addressed @coe.int during the launch of the Recommendation on Equal Rights for Intersex Persons!
He stated that our movements share the fight to end non-consensual medical interventions.
Withdrawal of additional protocol for Oviedo Convention must follow!
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He stated that our movements share the fight to end non-consensual medical interventions.
Withdrawal of additional protocol for Oviedo Convention must follow!
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October 28, 2025 at 7:57 AM
Our Board Member Kristijan Grđan addressed @coe.int during the launch of the Recommendation on Equal Rights for Intersex Persons!
He stated that our movements share the fight to end non-consensual medical interventions.
Withdrawal of additional protocol for Oviedo Convention must follow!
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He stated that our movements share the fight to end non-consensual medical interventions.
Withdrawal of additional protocol for Oviedo Convention must follow!
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Happy to share some thoughts with the @myedf.bsky.social!
🏠 We discussed how prioritising accessible, affordable and inclusive #housing can empower people with #disabilities across #Europe.
🔎📰 www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi...
@socialistsanddemocrats.eu
🏠 We discussed how prioritising accessible, affordable and inclusive #housing can empower people with #disabilities across #Europe.
🔎📰 www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi...
@socialistsanddemocrats.eu
Interview with MEP Alícia HOMS: “By prioritising accessible, affordable, and inclusive housing, the EU can empower persons with disabilities” - European Disability Forum
Interview with MEP Alícia HOMS, member of the Disability Intergroup: EU housing crisis, next EU budget and disability rights priorities.
www.edf-feph.org
October 22, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Happy to share some thoughts with the @myedf.bsky.social!
🏠 We discussed how prioritising accessible, affordable and inclusive #housing can empower people with #disabilities across #Europe.
🔎📰 www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi...
@socialistsanddemocrats.eu
🏠 We discussed how prioritising accessible, affordable and inclusive #housing can empower people with #disabilities across #Europe.
🔎📰 www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi...
@socialistsanddemocrats.eu
Good news: the European Commission marks its commitment to enhance the #DisabilityRights Strategy in 2026.
This commitment is inscribed in its 2026 workplan. We now need concrete actions and the funding to go with them!
Our reaction: www.edf-feph.org/commission-c...
This commitment is inscribed in its 2026 workplan. We now need concrete actions and the funding to go with them!
Our reaction: www.edf-feph.org/commission-c...
October 22, 2025 at 10:21 AM
Good news: the European Commission marks its commitment to enhance the #DisabilityRights Strategy in 2026.
This commitment is inscribed in its 2026 workplan. We now need concrete actions and the funding to go with them!
Our reaction: www.edf-feph.org/commission-c...
This commitment is inscribed in its 2026 workplan. We now need concrete actions and the funding to go with them!
Our reaction: www.edf-feph.org/commission-c...
The @consilium.europa.eu adopted Conclusions on independent living for persons with disabilities.
The Conclusions present a clear diagnosis of the problems but avoid solutions.
It is clear: EU funds must be earmarked and conditional to best practices.
Read: www.edf-feph.org/eu-council-c...
The Conclusions present a clear diagnosis of the problems but avoid solutions.
It is clear: EU funds must be earmarked and conditional to best practices.
Read: www.edf-feph.org/eu-council-c...
October 20, 2025 at 10:21 AM
The @consilium.europa.eu adopted Conclusions on independent living for persons with disabilities.
The Conclusions present a clear diagnosis of the problems but avoid solutions.
It is clear: EU funds must be earmarked and conditional to best practices.
Read: www.edf-feph.org/eu-council-c...
The Conclusions present a clear diagnosis of the problems but avoid solutions.
It is clear: EU funds must be earmarked and conditional to best practices.
Read: www.edf-feph.org/eu-council-c...
Today is #EndPoverty Day.
As the EU drafts its first Anti-Poverty Strategy, we are worried: 29% of the disability community is at risk of poverty, and the situation has worsened over the past decade.
We need targeted actions to address the unique challenges we face:
www.edf-feph.org/the-eus-figh...
As the EU drafts its first Anti-Poverty Strategy, we are worried: 29% of the disability community is at risk of poverty, and the situation has worsened over the past decade.
We need targeted actions to address the unique challenges we face:
www.edf-feph.org/the-eus-figh...
October 17, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Today is #EndPoverty Day.
As the EU drafts its first Anti-Poverty Strategy, we are worried: 29% of the disability community is at risk of poverty, and the situation has worsened over the past decade.
We need targeted actions to address the unique challenges we face:
www.edf-feph.org/the-eus-figh...
As the EU drafts its first Anti-Poverty Strategy, we are worried: 29% of the disability community is at risk of poverty, and the situation has worsened over the past decade.
We need targeted actions to address the unique challenges we face:
www.edf-feph.org/the-eus-figh...
We join the call to the European Union and African Union leaders to put education at the heart of their partnership.
Our open letter urges leaders to prioritise inclusive, quality education for all.
Read more: www.edf-feph.org/publications...
@eudiplomacy.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu
Our open letter urges leaders to prioritise inclusive, quality education for all.
Read more: www.edf-feph.org/publications...
@eudiplomacy.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu
Education at the Heart of the AU-EU Partnership - European Disability Forum
As leaders of the African Union (AU) and the European Union (EU) prepare for their next Summit, we—a group of African and European civil society organisations dedicated to advancing inclusive and qual...
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October 16, 2025 at 8:41 AM
We join the call to the European Union and African Union leaders to put education at the heart of their partnership.
Our open letter urges leaders to prioritise inclusive, quality education for all.
Read more: www.edf-feph.org/publications...
@eudiplomacy.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu
Our open letter urges leaders to prioritise inclusive, quality education for all.
Read more: www.edf-feph.org/publications...
@eudiplomacy.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu
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As leaders prepare for the next AU-EU summit, we are calling for inclusive, quality education 📢
@ec.europa.eu
@myedf.bsky.social
➡️ https://www.edf-feph.org/publications/education-at-the-heart-of-the-au-eu-partnership/
@ec.europa.eu
@myedf.bsky.social
➡️ https://www.edf-feph.org/publications/education-at-the-heart-of-the-au-eu-partnership/
October 16, 2025 at 8:00 AM
As leaders prepare for the next AU-EU summit, we are calling for inclusive, quality education 📢
@ec.europa.eu
@myedf.bsky.social
➡️ https://www.edf-feph.org/publications/education-at-the-heart-of-the-au-eu-partnership/
@ec.europa.eu
@myedf.bsky.social
➡️ https://www.edf-feph.org/publications/education-at-the-heart-of-the-au-eu-partnership/
Did you know that #DisasterRiskReduction strategies often exclude persons with disabilities?
@undrr.bsky.social 2023 survey says:
1️⃣84% have no personal preparedness plan
2️⃣74% will have difficulties in immediate evacuation
3️⃣56% have no accessible information
Survey: www.undrr.org/report/2023-...
@undrr.bsky.social 2023 survey says:
1️⃣84% have no personal preparedness plan
2️⃣74% will have difficulties in immediate evacuation
3️⃣56% have no accessible information
Survey: www.undrr.org/report/2023-...
October 13, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Did you know that #DisasterRiskReduction strategies often exclude persons with disabilities?
@undrr.bsky.social 2023 survey says:
1️⃣84% have no personal preparedness plan
2️⃣74% will have difficulties in immediate evacuation
3️⃣56% have no accessible information
Survey: www.undrr.org/report/2023-...
@undrr.bsky.social 2023 survey says:
1️⃣84% have no personal preparedness plan
2️⃣74% will have difficulties in immediate evacuation
3️⃣56% have no accessible information
Survey: www.undrr.org/report/2023-...
Worried about how Artificial Intelligence affects persons with disabilities?
Register to our webinar on 28 October: www.edf-feph.org/events-slug/...
- learn about the AI Act
- get guidance on advocacy
- discover our toolkit for civil society
📩 Stay informed about #AI: mailchi.mp/edf-feph/ai-...
Register to our webinar on 28 October: www.edf-feph.org/events-slug/...
- learn about the AI Act
- get guidance on advocacy
- discover our toolkit for civil society
📩 Stay informed about #AI: mailchi.mp/edf-feph/ai-...
EU Artificial Intelligence Act webinar: Updated toolkit launch
Following our webinar on 15 October 2024, we are continuing the conversation on the EU Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act and its impact on persons with disabilities. In this new session, the European…
www.edf-feph.org
October 8, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Worried about how Artificial Intelligence affects persons with disabilities?
Register to our webinar on 28 October: www.edf-feph.org/events-slug/...
- learn about the AI Act
- get guidance on advocacy
- discover our toolkit for civil society
📩 Stay informed about #AI: mailchi.mp/edf-feph/ai-...
Register to our webinar on 28 October: www.edf-feph.org/events-slug/...
- learn about the AI Act
- get guidance on advocacy
- discover our toolkit for civil society
📩 Stay informed about #AI: mailchi.mp/edf-feph/ai-...
Reposted by European Disability Forum
Following this super interesting (and important) conference, that unfortunately is not accessible (once again). Apparently disabled people are not affected by climate change... #NoOneLeftBehind
@enil-eu.bsky.social @myedf.bsky.social @euclimateaction.bsky.social
@enil-eu.bsky.social @myedf.bsky.social @euclimateaction.bsky.social
📢 Last chance! Registration for in-person attendance at our big climate event (30 Sept, Brussels + online) closes tonight at 23:59.
✨ Hear from EU policymakers, business leaders, financial institutions, & changemakers shaping the transition.
🔗 climate.ec.europa.eu/citizens-sta...
✨ Hear from EU policymakers, business leaders, financial institutions, & changemakers shaping the transition.
🔗 climate.ec.europa.eu/citizens-sta...
September 30, 2025 at 7:35 AM
Following this super interesting (and important) conference, that unfortunately is not accessible (once again). Apparently disabled people are not affected by climate change... #NoOneLeftBehind
@enil-eu.bsky.social @myedf.bsky.social @euclimateaction.bsky.social
@enil-eu.bsky.social @myedf.bsky.social @euclimateaction.bsky.social
Today we go green for #WorldCerebralPalsyDay 💚
800,000 people in the EU live with CP. Each with unique needs that require tailored solutions.
Read the edition of our newsletter dedicated to their voices, issues, and demands.
mailchi.mp/edf-feph/dv2...
#UniqueAndUnited
800,000 people in the EU live with CP. Each with unique needs that require tailored solutions.
Read the edition of our newsletter dedicated to their voices, issues, and demands.
mailchi.mp/edf-feph/dv2...
#UniqueAndUnited
October 6, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Today we go green for #WorldCerebralPalsyDay 💚
800,000 people in the EU live with CP. Each with unique needs that require tailored solutions.
Read the edition of our newsletter dedicated to their voices, issues, and demands.
mailchi.mp/edf-feph/dv2...
#UniqueAndUnited
800,000 people in the EU live with CP. Each with unique needs that require tailored solutions.
Read the edition of our newsletter dedicated to their voices, issues, and demands.
mailchi.mp/edf-feph/dv2...
#UniqueAndUnited
Today is #InternationalDayofOlderPersons
Older people with disabilities face challenges like lack of long-term support and barriers to autonomy.
In our #DisabilityVoice we share their voices and discuss the EU Action Plan to combat ageism.
Thanks @ageplatformeu.bsky.social
bit.ly/DVSept
Older people with disabilities face challenges like lack of long-term support and barriers to autonomy.
In our #DisabilityVoice we share their voices and discuss the EU Action Plan to combat ageism.
Thanks @ageplatformeu.bsky.social
bit.ly/DVSept
October 1, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Today is #InternationalDayofOlderPersons
Older people with disabilities face challenges like lack of long-term support and barriers to autonomy.
In our #DisabilityVoice we share their voices and discuss the EU Action Plan to combat ageism.
Thanks @ageplatformeu.bsky.social
bit.ly/DVSept
Older people with disabilities face challenges like lack of long-term support and barriers to autonomy.
In our #DisabilityVoice we share their voices and discuss the EU Action Plan to combat ageism.
Thanks @ageplatformeu.bsky.social
bit.ly/DVSept
September 29, 2025 at 10:21 AM
Proud to join the #BuildBetterLives campaign!
Millions in the EU face unsafe, unhealthy homes. We join this campaign to advocate not only for better living conditions, but also for accessible, affordable, and energy-efficient housing for all.
More on the campaign: www.edf-feph.org/build-better...
Millions in the EU face unsafe, unhealthy homes. We join this campaign to advocate not only for better living conditions, but also for accessible, affordable, and energy-efficient housing for all.
More on the campaign: www.edf-feph.org/build-better...
September 26, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Proud to join the #BuildBetterLives campaign!
Millions in the EU face unsafe, unhealthy homes. We join this campaign to advocate not only for better living conditions, but also for accessible, affordable, and energy-efficient housing for all.
More on the campaign: www.edf-feph.org/build-better...
Millions in the EU face unsafe, unhealthy homes. We join this campaign to advocate not only for better living conditions, but also for accessible, affordable, and energy-efficient housing for all.
More on the campaign: www.edf-feph.org/build-better...
Accessibility and Universal Design must be part of higher education policy and curricula.
It is why the Nicosia declaration calls for structural change in higher education.
Join more than 100 signatories (individuals and organisations) in endorsing the declaration: aaate.net/the-nicosia-...
It is why the Nicosia declaration calls for structural change in higher education.
Join more than 100 signatories (individuals and organisations) in endorsing the declaration: aaate.net/the-nicosia-...
September 25, 2025 at 10:21 AM
Accessibility and Universal Design must be part of higher education policy and curricula.
It is why the Nicosia declaration calls for structural change in higher education.
Join more than 100 signatories (individuals and organisations) in endorsing the declaration: aaate.net/the-nicosia-...
It is why the Nicosia declaration calls for structural change in higher education.
Join more than 100 signatories (individuals and organisations) in endorsing the declaration: aaate.net/the-nicosia-...
Today is International #SignLanguageDay. Did you know there are, at least, 29 sign languages in the European Union? But the Union does not recognise them as official languages.
We join the European Union of the Deaf's call: recognise them and prevent discrimination!
eud.eu/the-publicat...
We join the European Union of the Deaf's call: recognise them and prevent discrimination!
eud.eu/the-publicat...
September 23, 2025 at 8:15 AM
Today is International #SignLanguageDay. Did you know there are, at least, 29 sign languages in the European Union? But the Union does not recognise them as official languages.
We join the European Union of the Deaf's call: recognise them and prevent discrimination!
eud.eu/the-publicat...
We join the European Union of the Deaf's call: recognise them and prevent discrimination!
eud.eu/the-publicat...
Today, we celebrate 5 years of the #WebAccessibility Directive.
In her speech, our Executive Director underlined how this law is an example of legislation driving innovation:
- Clear standards
- Forward thinking
Web accessibility is a necessity, not a luxury.
@iaaporg.bsky.social
In her speech, our Executive Director underlined how this law is an example of legislation driving innovation:
- Clear standards
- Forward thinking
Web accessibility is a necessity, not a luxury.
@iaaporg.bsky.social
September 23, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Today, we celebrate 5 years of the #WebAccessibility Directive.
In her speech, our Executive Director underlined how this law is an example of legislation driving innovation:
- Clear standards
- Forward thinking
Web accessibility is a necessity, not a luxury.
@iaaporg.bsky.social
In her speech, our Executive Director underlined how this law is an example of legislation driving innovation:
- Clear standards
- Forward thinking
Web accessibility is a necessity, not a luxury.
@iaaporg.bsky.social
Reposted by European Disability Forum
Did you know that in the EU there are:
✅ 30 sign languages
✅ over 1 million sign language users
✅ around 51 million people with a hearing impairment
The 🇪🇺 embraces diversity and inclusion!
#InternationalDayofSignLanguages
✅ 30 sign languages
✅ over 1 million sign language users
✅ around 51 million people with a hearing impairment
The 🇪🇺 embraces diversity and inclusion!
#InternationalDayofSignLanguages
September 23, 2025 at 7:12 AM
Did you know that in the EU there are:
✅ 30 sign languages
✅ over 1 million sign language users
✅ around 51 million people with a hearing impairment
The 🇪🇺 embraces diversity and inclusion!
#InternationalDayofSignLanguages
✅ 30 sign languages
✅ over 1 million sign language users
✅ around 51 million people with a hearing impairment
The 🇪🇺 embraces diversity and inclusion!
#InternationalDayofSignLanguages
💻 Celebrate #accessibility with us!
Join us together with IAAP EU on 22–23 September for the 5th anniversary of the Web Accessibility Directive.
Workshops to share expertise, raise awareness and strengthen digital accessibility in Europe.
👇 Register now
Join us together with IAAP EU on 22–23 September for the 5th anniversary of the Web Accessibility Directive.
Workshops to share expertise, raise awareness and strengthen digital accessibility in Europe.
👇 Register now
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September 18, 2025 at 8:00 AM
💻 Celebrate #accessibility with us!
Join us together with IAAP EU on 22–23 September for the 5th anniversary of the Web Accessibility Directive.
Workshops to share expertise, raise awareness and strengthen digital accessibility in Europe.
👇 Register now
Join us together with IAAP EU on 22–23 September for the 5th anniversary of the Web Accessibility Directive.
Workshops to share expertise, raise awareness and strengthen digital accessibility in Europe.
👇 Register now
Transport is not a luxury: it is a basic service that allows us to be active members of society. But millions of persons with disabilities still face challenges and inaccessibility.
On #EuropeanMobilityWeek, we call for strong laws to ensure mobility for all: www.edf-feph.org/european-mob...
On #EuropeanMobilityWeek, we call for strong laws to ensure mobility for all: www.edf-feph.org/european-mob...
September 17, 2025 at 10:21 AM
Transport is not a luxury: it is a basic service that allows us to be active members of society. But millions of persons with disabilities still face challenges and inaccessibility.
On #EuropeanMobilityWeek, we call for strong laws to ensure mobility for all: www.edf-feph.org/european-mob...
On #EuropeanMobilityWeek, we call for strong laws to ensure mobility for all: www.edf-feph.org/european-mob...