Access All Areas is back! WECIL’s annual celebration event, Access All Areas, is taking place on Thursday 19th October 2023 from 2pm to 5pm at the Trinity Centre in Bristol. Tickets are free, click here to book your place.
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Following a visit to our People’s Voice and Know Your Rights group, Gary Bourlet from Learning Disability England posted this blog. The blog is reproduced in full below, but the original article can be found on the Learning Disability England Page. Gary Bourlet is a Membership and Engagement Lead at Learning Disability England and was…
A powerful crowdfunding campaign has been launched to educate Labour MPs on the systemic violence perpetuated by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) against Disabled people. Spearheaded by John McArdle, a dedicated campaigner and co-founder of the Disabled People’s Organisation Black Triangle, this campaign aims to distribute copies of The Department: How a Violent…
As the new government settles into office, Disabled People’s Organisations (DPOs) across England, including WECIL, have voiced their congratulations, their concerns and outlined their expectations. With a collective aim to champion Disability Equality, organisations which WECIL are active members of, DPO Forum England and Disability Rights UK, are at the forefront, advocating for policies that address…
The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) recently released a Green Paper proposing significant changes to the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) system. As a community of Disabled people and allies, it is crucial for us to understand these proposals, their potential impact, and how we can collectively respond to ensure our voices are heard. Understanding…
The recent general election has ushered in a new era with Keir Starmer’s Labour government taking office, promising significant changes that could impact Disabled people, Disabled People’s Organisations (DPOs), and the Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector. Here’s a closer look at what this means and the opportunities and challenges ahead. Promising Appointments and…
In a recent decision by Bristol City Council, the budget for Short Breaks for Disabled children will be cut by 10% starting next April. This move, initially proposed by the former Labour administration, has been met with strong opposition from parents/carers, charities, and Disabled People’s Organisations like WECIL. WECIL, which is the lead provider of…
What is it and when? On the 4th July people will vote for the political candidate they want to represent Bristol as a Member of Parliament (MP) MPs make important decisions about things that affect you, like social care, housing and transport. Before this vote, you can meet the different people who want to be…
In 2021-2022, Disabled people in Bristol collaborated to create a community climate action plan. This plan outlines actions to ensure climate initiatives in Bristol improve rather than harm the lives of Disabled people. The plan is available to read here, where there are also Easy Read and BSL versions of the plan and an explanation video….
Disabled People’s Organisations (DPOs) play a pivotal role in advocating for the rights and inclusion of Disabled people. Despite our significant contributions, DPOs often face severe funding challenges that limit their capacity to drive meaningful change. Addressing this funding shortfall through increased social investment is essential for fostering a more inclusive and equitable society. Underfunding…
We have been made aware of a role that may be of interest to members of the WECIL community. Bristol Community Climate Action Project are recruiting an Inclusive Transport Advocate to advocate for positive changes to the local transport system which support an inclusive shift to low carbon transport that is usable, accessible and safe…
