Campaign for Disability Justice is a new national campaign run by Disabled People, for Disabled people.
We are calling on the government to ensure opportunity, security, and respect for all Disabled people.
We all want a decent quality of life for ourselves and those we care about. Yet two million Disabled people are trapped in deep poverty, unable to afford to eat or to heat their home.
Social security doesn’t cover the hidden or additional costs of disability – things like electricity to run vital equipment and transport to get out of your home. And too many workplaces are unwilling to employ Disabled people.
That’s why we're launching the National Campaign for Disability Justice, calling on the Government to work with organisations led by Disabled people to guarantee:
Opportunity
To support employers to create more accessible jobs and to ensure Disabled people have voluntary access to good quality employment support, without the threat of sanctions.
Security
To guarantee a decent standard of living for Disabled people, in or out of work, that adequately accounts for the additional costs they face. Improve social security so that everyone can live a decent life, whether they’re in work or not.
Respect
To lead the way in building a society that respects and values Disabled people and supports the development of local Disabled People’s Organisations (DPOs).
This is a significant initiative to call for change, supported by national organisations such as Scope, Mencap, Disability Rights UK and the Trussell Trust, as well as many local organisations.
Keen to get stuck in with the work that makes this campaign possible?
We value all types of skills, from the practical (envelope stuffing!) to the creative (graphic design, video editing).
Maybe you have project management expertise or a knack for storytelling – we can use that too!
We would love to hear from you!
Get in touch with a short covering note expressing your interest.
Briefly tell us about your experience, the areas where you would like to contribute, and your availability.
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