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Disability Wales
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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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Gall y Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru eich helpu chi i dalu am:

💬 Dehonglwyr Iaith Arwyddion Prydain
👩‍🦽 Cynorthwywyr Personol
🚗 Trafnidiaeth Hygyrch
💻 Technoleg Gynorthwyol
…a mwy, yn dibynnu ar eich anghenion.

Dysgwch fwy: youtube.com/watch?v=BPE1...
Beth allwch chi ddefnyddio'r gronfa i dalu amdano? Dehonglwyr Iaith Arwyddion Prydain Cynorthwywyr Personol Trafnidiaeth Hygyrch Technolegau Cynorthwyol A llawer mwy. Wedi'i deilwra i'ch anghenion chi. Mae logos Anabledd Cymru, y Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru a Llywodraeth Cymru ar waelod y graffeg.
November 25, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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The Access to Elected Office Fund Wales can support you with:

💬 BSL Interpreters
👩‍🦽 Personal Assistants
🚗 Accessible Transport
💻 Assistive Technology
…and more, depending on your access needs.

Watch our video to learn more: youtube.com/watch?v=8rcc...
What can the fund pay for? • BSL interpreters • Personal Assistants • Accessible Transport • Assistive Technology • And more... Tailored to your access needs. The Disability Wales, Access to Elected Office Fund Wales and Welsh Government logos are on a white background at the bottom of the graphic.
November 25, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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Mae pobl anabl yn haeddu mwy na goroesi, rydym yn mynnu newid.

Ymunwch â ni wrth i ni lansio ein maniffesto: O Oroesi i Ffynnu, sy'n nodi ein prif ofynion i bleidiau gwleidyddol cyn etholiad Senedd 2026.

🗓 1 Rhagfyr | 4–6yh.

Tocynnau: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/disability...
Testun gwyn ar gefndir glas tywyll ac oren sy'n dweud: Lansio Maniffesto Anabledd Cymru. Ymunwch â ni wrth i ni lansio ein Maniffesto 2026-2031: O Oroesi i Ffynnu. Arlein drwy Zoom. 1 Rhagfyr, 4-6yh. Mae logo Anabledd Cymru yn y gornel dde uchaf.
November 24, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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Disabled people deserve more than survival, we demand change.

Join us as we launch our manifesto: From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving, which sets out our key asks to political parties ahead of the 2026 Senedd election.

🗓 1 Dec | 4–6pm

Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/disability...
Bold white writing on a dark blue and orange background. It reads: Disability Wales Manifesto Launch. Join us as we unveil our 2026-2031 Manifesto: From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving. Online via Zoom. 1 December, 4-6pm. DW's logo is in the top right corner.
November 24, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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A gentle reminder:
Access is a right, not a luxury.

👉 Start removing barriers and create more inclusive environments with our Social Model Toolkit:
www.disabilitywales.org/resources/
White text on a dark blue background reads: Access is a right, not a luxury. DW's logo is placed in the top right corner.
November 20, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Mae democratiaeth yn gryfach pan fydd pleidiau gwleidyddol yn mynd ati i gefnogi pobl anabl i sefyll mewn etholiad.

Mae'r Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru yn helpu pobl anabl i sefyll mewn etholiad.

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Mae cynrychiolaeth yn bwysig. Pleidiau Gwleidyddol: Mae cymorth ar gael i ymgeiswyr anabl Mae pobl anabl yn cael eu tangynrychioli mewn gwleidyddiaeth. Gall pleidiau gwleidyddol ddatblygu ymgyrchwyr anabl i fod yn ymgeiswyr ar gyfer etholiadau'r dyfodol. Cronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru. Cronfa sy’n wleidyddol niwtral. Darperir gan Anabledd Cymru. Ariennir gan Lywodraeth Cymru. Cefnogwch aelodau anabl i symud ymlaen yn eich plaid” • Cynadleddau a chyfarfodydd hygyrch • Hyfforddiant a rhwydweithio cynhwysol • Annog a datblygu ymgyrchwyr anabl
November 18, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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Democracy is stronger when political parties actively support disabled people to stand for election.

The Access to Elected Office Fund Wales helps remove barriers by covering additional costs for disabled people seeking election.

🔗 disabilitywales.org/projects/acc...
An illustrated megaphone and voting slip is in the centre of a dark blue graphic. Above it is text that says: Representation matters. Below the box is text that reads: Political Parties: support is available for disabled candidates. On a white background at the bottom of the graphic are the DW, AEOFW and Welsh Government logos. An illustrated ballot box is in the centre of a dark blue graphic. Above it is text that says: Disabled people are underrepresented in politics. Below the box is text that reads: political parties can develop disabled activists to be future election candidates. A round white circle with the DW logo sits to the right on a dark blue graphic. Text reads Access to Elected Office Fund Wales. A politically neutral fund. Delivered by Disability Wales. Funded by Welsh Government. White text on a dark blue background says Support disabled members to progress in your party Accessible meetings and conferences Inclusive training and networking Encourage and develop disabled activists.
November 18, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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Our 2026-2031 manifesto is almost here!

Join us for the launch as we unveil our five key asks to political parties ahead of the 2026 Senedd election.

Together, let's go from barely surviving to truly thriving.

🗓️ 1 Dec | 4-6pm.

Book your place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/disability...
November 17, 2025 at 10:35 AM
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“Mae rhoi’r un cyfle i bobl anabl sefyll yn yr etholiadau sydd ar y gweill yn hanfodol i ddemocratiaeth ac i gynrychiolaeth wleidyddol.”

Ein Prif Weithredwr @dwrhian.bsky.social ar pam fod y Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig mor bwysig.

Rhagor o wybodaeth: www.disabilitywales.org/projects/acc...
Ar gefndir glas tywyll mae testun sy'n dweud 'Cronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru'. O dan hwn mae dyfyniad gan Brif Weithredwr AC, Rhian Davies, mewn cylch gwyn gyda ffîn oren. “Mae rhoi’r un cyfle i bobl anabl sefyll yn yr etholiadau sydd ar y gweill yn hanfodol i ddemocratiaeth ac i gynrychiolaeth wleidyddol.” Mae logos AC, y gronfa a Llywodraeth Cymru ar y gwaelod.
November 11, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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“It is vital for democracy and political representation that disabled people have the same opportunity as others to stand in forthcoming elections.”

Our Chief Exec @dwrhian.bsky.social on why the Access to Elected Office Fund Wales matters.

Learn more: www.disabilitywales.org/projects/acc...
On a dark blue background, white text reads Access to Elected Office Fund Wales. Below in a white circle with an orange border is a quote from DW Chief Executive, Rhian Davies: “It is vital for democracy and political representation that disabled people have the same opportunity as others to stand in forthcoming elections.” The DW, AEOFW and Welsh Government logos are at the bottom.
November 11, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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Do you want to adopt the Social Model of Disability but feel unsure of where to start?

Here are a few tips to help you on your way.

You can learn more about the Social Model, language, and tackling disabling barriers in our toolkit: https://disabilitywales.org/resources/
A few tips when adopting the Social Model of Disability. Always use language that's empowering, promotes independence and represents disabled people's lived experience. Use identity-first language such as 'disabled person'. Disabled people are an equal member of society so speak to us as you would with anyone else, but ensure that you are meeting the person's communication needs and preferences. Invest in co-production and work collaboratively within society to break down barriers.
November 6, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Ydych chi eisiau mabwysiadu'r Model Cymdeithasol o Anabledd ond yn teimlo'n ansicr ble i ddechrau?

Dyma ychydig o awgrymiadau i'ch rhoi ar ben ffordd.

Gallwch ddysgu mwy am y Model Cymdeithasol, iaith a sut i ddileu rhwystrau yn ein pecyn cymorth: https://disabilitywales.org/resources/
Ychydig o awgrymiadau wrth fabwysiadu'r Model Cymdeithasol o Anabledd. Defnyddiwch iaith sy'n grymuso, hybu annibyniaeth ac sy'n cynrychioli profiad bywyd pobl anabl. Defnyddiwch iaith hunaniaeth-gyntaf fel 'person anabl'. Mae pobl anabl yn aelodau cyfartal o gymdeithas felly siaradwch â ni fel y byddwch chi ag unrhyw un arall, ond gwnewch yn siwr eich bod yn bodloni anghenion a dewisadau cyfathrebu'r person. Buddsoddi mewn cydgynhyrchu i ddileu y rhwystrau sy'n bodoli.
November 6, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Mae pobl anabl yn cael eu tangynrychioli yn y byd gwleidyddol.


Mae'r Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig yn cael gwared ar y rhwystrau ymarferol drwy dalu’r costau ychwanegol sy’n wynebu’r ymgeiswyr.

Mae democratiaeth ar ei gorau pan fo pawb yn cael llais.
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Darlun o flwch pleidleisio ar gefndir glas tywyll. Uwchben y blwch mae testun sy'n dweud: Mae pobl anabl yn cael eu tangynrychioli yn y byd gwleidyddol. O dan y blwch mae testun sy'n dweud: Mae'r Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru yma i newid hynny. Mae logos AC, y Gronfa a Llywodraeth Cymru ar gefndir gwyn ar waelod y graffeg. Beth yw’r Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru? Mae’r gronfa yn cefnogi pobl anabl sy’n ceisio am swyddi etholedig yng Nghymru. Mae’n helpu i gael gwared ar y rhwystrau sy’n wynebu ymgeiswyr anabl yn etholiadau’r Senedd yn 2026 ac etholiadau lleol 2027. Gall pobl anabl wneud cais am gymorth ariannol i dalu costau sy’n gysylltiedig â nam. Beth allwch chi ddefnyddio'r gronfa i dalu amdano? Dehonglwyr Iaith Arwyddion Prydain Cynorthwywyr Personol Trafnidiaeth Hygyrch Technolegau Cynorthwyol A llawer mwy... Sut mae gwneud cais? Mae’r gronfa’n agored i ymgeiswyr sy’n sefyll dros unrhyw blaid wleidyddol neu fel ymgeisydd annibynnol Mae pob cais yn cael ei gyflwyno’n ddienw gerbron panel annibynnol I gael rhagor o wybodaeth ewch i wefan Anabledd Cymru neu anfonwch e-bost i electedofficefund@disabilitywales.org
November 4, 2025 at 10:55 AM
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Disabled people remain underrepresented in Welsh political life.


The Access to Elected Office Fund Wales removes practical barriers by covering the extra costs disabled candidates face. Because democracy works best when everyone has a voice.


👉 Apply now: www.disabilitywales.org/projects/acc...
An illustrated ballot box is in the centre of a dark blue graphic. Above it is text that says: Disabled people are underrepresented in politics. Below the box is text that reads: The Access to Elected Office Fund Wales is here to change that. On a white background at the bottom of the graphic are the DW, AEOFW and Welsh Government logos. White text on a dark blue background reads: What is the Access to Elected Office Fund Wales? The fund supports disabled people seeking elected office in Wales. It helps remove access barriers for disabled candidates in the 2026 Senedd and 2027 Local elections. Disabled people can apply for financial assistance to cover impairment-related costs. What can the fund pay for? • BSL interpreters • Personal Assistants • Accessible Transport • Assistive Technology • And more... Tailored to your access needs. How can I apply? • The fund is open to candidates standing for a political party or as independents • Applications will be anonymised and assessed by an independent panel For further information visit the Disability Wales website or email electedofficefund@disabilitywales.org
November 4, 2025 at 10:55 AM
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Disabled people, do you know your rights and how to use them?

Our #KnowYourRights, Use your Rights, Live your Rights resource aims to empower disabled people by equipping you with essential information about your rights.

Have a read: https://disabilitywales.org/socialmodel/
Know your Rights resource front page with the pack title in white writing against DW's trademark navy logo colour. Text underneath the title reads: Information resource for disabled people and Disabled People's Organisations.
October 29, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Disabled people, what does thriving mean to you? 💭

Our soon-to-be-launched manifesto explores this very theme, and we want to highlight as many voices as possible in our social media campaign!

Finish the sentence from our graphic in the comments, and we may feature your words in future posts.
Black text in a white speech bubble reads: 'To me, thriving means...' The speech bubble is placed on a dark blue background and DW's logo is in the top right corner.
October 28, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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😒Medical Model asks:
"Can you provide evidence of your condition?"

💬Social Model says:
Disabled people deserve access and support without having to justify their impairment.

Access is a right, not a reward.

Learn more in our Social Model Toolkit:
https://www.disabilitywales.org/resources/
White text on a dark blue background. The first line has a strikethrough, and says: "Can you provide evidence of your condition?" The line below reads: Disabled people deserve access and support without having to justify their impairment. DW's logo is in the top right corner.
October 21, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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⏰ 2 ddiwrnod i fynd!

Rydym yn cyfri i lawr at ein Cyfarfod Cyffredinol Blynyddol ddydd Mercher yma.

Ymunwch â ni wrth i ni lansio ein Cynllun Strategol newydd a chlywed diweddariadau pwysig ar Gynllun Hawliau Pobl Anabl Llywodraeth Cymru.

🗓️ 22 Hydref am 10yb.
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Testun gwyn ar gefndir glas sy'n dweud: CCB Anabledd Cymru. Rhagweld cymdeithas gynhwysol, deg a di-rwystr yng Nghymru. 22 Hydref. 10yb - 1yp. Arlein drwy Zoom. Ymunwch â ni wrth i ni lansio ein Cynllun Strategol newydd, tynnu sylw at brosiectau cyffrous, a chlywed gan Ysgrifennydd y Cabinet dros Gyfiawnder Cymdeithasol, Jane Hutt AS, a'r Athro Debbie Foster gyda'r diweddaraf ar y Cynllun Hawliau Pobl Anabl.
October 20, 2025 at 9:58 AM
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⏰ 2 days to go!

The countdown is on for our AGM this Wednesday.

Join us as we unveil our new Strategic Plan and hear important updates on the Welsh Government’s Disabled People’s Rights Plan.

🗓️ 22nd October | 10am – 1pm.
🔗 Sign up now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/disability...
White text on a blue background reads: Disability Wales AGM. Envisioning an inclusive, equitable, and barrier-free society in Wales. 22 October. 10am-1pm. Online via Zoom. Join us as we launch our new Strategic Plan, highlight exciting projects, and hear from Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Jane Hutt MS, and Professor Debbie Foster with the latest updates on the Disabled People's Rights Plan.
October 20, 2025 at 9:58 AM
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Ni ddylai unrhyw berson anabl wynebu casineb, aflonyddu na cham-drin, ond mae'n digwydd bob dydd.

Yn ystod Wythnos Ymwybyddiaeth Troseddau Casineb a thu hwnt, rhaid i ni gefnogi ein cymuned a sefyll yn erbyn casineb gyda'n gilydd.
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Testun du ar gefndir melyn sy'n dweud: Safwn yn erbyn trosedd gasineb. Os ydych yn gweld neu yn dioddef trosedd gasineb, dysgwch sut i'w riportio: llyw.cymru/casinebynbrifo.
October 16, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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No disabled person should face hate, harassment or abuse, but it’s happening every day.

This #NationalHateCrimeAwarenessWeek and beyond, we must support our community and stand up to hate together.

Find out how to report or get support: gov.wales/hate-hurts-w...

#HateHurtsWales
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October 16, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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Sequins are forever. Inclusion should be too.

Inspired by #TheLifeOfAShowgirl, here’s our Wishlist for disability equity.

These aren’t nice‑to‑haves, they’re basic rights, and we shouldn’t have to wish for them.

💬 What would you add?

#TaylorSwift #SocialModel
Image description: A list is titled 'Our wishlist for Equity' with bullet points underneath: Wider understanding and adoption of the Social Model of Disability. More representation of disabled people in public, political and decision-making roles. Genuine co-production in policy and service design. A social security system that supports, not punishes, disabled people. Nothing about us, without us, always. The list is framed by an orange and gold sparkly border, representing one of DW's logo colours and the glitz of The Life of a Showgirl album by Taylor Swift. DW's logo is placed in the top right corner.
October 10, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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Today and every day, we stand in solidarity with disabled people living with mental health conditions.

Mental health is a disability rights issue. Support must be accessible, inclusive, and led by lived experience.

You are not alone. 💚
#WorldMentalHealthDay #WMHD2025
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October 10, 2025 at 8:08 AM
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Mae’r cyfnod ymgeisio ar agor!

Mae’r Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru yn rhoi cymorth ariannol i bobl anabl sy’n sefyll yn etholiad Senedd Cymru yn 2026 ac etholiadau Llywodraeth Leol 2027.

📩 Mwy o wybodaeth: www.disabilitywales.org/projects/acc...

#CronfaMynediadiSwyddiEtholedigCymru
Testun gwyn ar gefndir glas tywyll sy'n dweud: Cyllid ar gael ar gyfer Ymgeiswyr Anabl yn Etholiadau Cymru Cronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru Gwnewch gais nawr! Mae logos Anabledd Cymru, y Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru a Llywodraeth Cymru ar y gwaelod ar gefndir gwyn. Beth yw’r Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru? Mae’r gronfa yn cefnogi pobl anabl sy’n ceisio am swyddi etholedig yng Nghymru. Mae’n helpu i gael gwared ar y rhwystrau sy’n wynebu ymgeiswyr anabl yn etholiadau’r Senedd yn 2026 ac etholiadau lleol 2027. Gall pobl anabl wneud cais am gymorth ariannol i dalu costau sy’n gysylltiedig â nam.
 Beth allwch chi ddefnyddio'r gronfa i dalu amdano? Dehonglwyr Iaith Arwyddion Prydain Cynorthwywyr Personol Trafnidiaeth Hygyrch Technolegau Cynorthwyol A llawer mwy... Sut mae gwneud cais? Mae’r gronfa’n agored i ymgeiswyr sy’n sefyll dros unrhyw blaid wleidyddol neu fel ymgeisydd annibynnol Mae pob cais yn cael ei gyflwyno’n ddienw gerbron panel annibynnol I gael rhagor o wybodaeth ewch i wefan Anabledd Cymru neu anfonwch e-bost i electedofficefund@disabilitywales.org
October 9, 2025 at 9:31 AM
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Applications now open!

The Access to Elected Office Fund Wales provides financial support for disabled people standing for election in the 2026 Senedd and 2027 Local Government elections.

📩 Find out more and apply: www.disabilitywales.org/projects/acc...

#ElectedOfficeFundWales
White text on a dark blue background reads: Funding available for Disabled Election Candidates in Wales Access to Elected Office Fund Wales Apply Now! The Disability Wales, Access to Elected Office Fund and Welsh Government logos are at the bottom on a white background. What is the Access to Elected Office Fund Wales? The fund supports disabled people seeking elected office in Wales. It helps remove access barriers for disabled candidates in the 2026 Senedd and 2027 Local elections. Disabled people can apply for financial assistance to cover impairment-related costs.
 What can the fund pay for? BSL interpreters Personal Assistants Accessible Transport Assistive Technology And more... How can I apply? The fund is open to candidates standing for a political party or as independents Applications will be anonymised and assessed by an independent panel For further information visit the Disability Wales website or email electedofficefund@disabilitywales.org
October 9, 2025 at 9:31 AM