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. .
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!