Disability History Month

What is Disability History Month?

Disability History Month is supported by many organisations, charities, students, and Unions, us included. The month aims to promote disabled people's rights and their struggle for equality in the past, present and builds action on what is needed in the future. Disability History month is an annual movement which builds awareness and activity for disabled people. The theme of Disability History Month for 2024 is Disability, Livelihood and Employment. .

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Your SU: London 🎨 Bad Art Night – Creative Chaos
3rd July 1pm - 2pm
Make the worst art of your life — and be proud of it. Let go of perfection and pick up a pen. This chaotic art session invites you to draw terribly, laugh loudly, and create masterpieces of nonsense.
Coventry University London | Welcome | LGBTQIA+ Students | Disabled Students | International Students | Women Students | Your Voice
Your Students' Union Disability History Month
25th November 1pm - 2pm
Dagenham
Join us to recognise Disability History Month with inclusive activities and service information. Learn how the campus supports accessibility and get involved in creating a more inclusive student experience.
Welcome | Disabled Students | CUL Dagenham | Your Voice

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Our Community and Campaigns so far:

Resources and learning

  • Accessible Venue Directory - An online directory of university rooms and spaces that allows you to filter by various physical and sensory accessibility needs.
  • Phoenix+ and Add+vantage - Pheonix+ provides various online training and learning opportunities. These may be especially helpful for students who struggle with time-management, executive dysfunction or social communication
  • British Sign Language - YourSU skills team offers an in-person opportunity to learn BSL, meet new people and develop your signing skills.
  • Understanding disability

    52% of working age disabled people are in employment, compared to 81% of working age non-disabled people.

    Disabled people from BAME backgrounds report greater social inequalities compared to disabled people from white backgrounds.

    5-7% of disabled people use a wheelchair.

    83% of disabled people acquire their health condition during working age.

    Disabilities come in all shapes and sizes, some visible, some hidden. Embark on a journey of discovery and find out more here. You can also grab your disability lanyards from the SU reception in the Hub!

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