UK Disability History Month

UK Disability History Month (UKDHM) is an annual event creating a platform to focus on the history of the struggle for equality and human rights of people with disabilities. 

The University is a Disability Confident Employer, recognised by the Government's Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) for our commitment to employing, retaining, training and to the career development of disabled staff.  As part of this commitment the University recognises the importance of inclusivity within our community, to ensure that all can flourish and reach their full potential.

For UK Disability History Month, we asked members of our Staff Disability Network to share their stories. Read about the members of staff who have chosen to share what it's like to have their disability in the work place and at home:

• Alison Ryan's Staff Story
• Clare Ibberson-John's Staff Story

 

Staff Disability Network

The Staff Disability Network is still in the early stages of development, founding members of the network met to establish the Staff Disability Network Terms of Reference, the key aims and objectives of the group.  The Network aims to provide peer support, share information/experiences and promote disability equality to improve the experience of disabled staff across the University.

If you are interesting in joining this developing network, please contact Olivia Briddon, Senior HR Officer (EDI).