Ableism And Me

New Global campaign to challenge and raise awareness of ableism and lobby to improve Disability Rights!
Founder: @chroniccampaign
Logo: @ranasthoughts

[Ableism And Me @AbleismAndMe]

It has been upsetting & worrying to see the ignorance @ludawinthesky & @maysoonzayid received for speaking about being disabled this weekend. So we are starting a campaign called #DisabledAnd. Take a photo & tell the world your passions, job etc like our founder @chroniccampaign!

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

We can't wait to host @CharityHourUK today! Hello everyone, we are #CharitySoAbled! We raise awareness of ableism in the #CharitySector, share stories of #ableism and are working to create change for disabled people! We also love a GIF! #CharityHour #CharitySoAbled

[Sophia Kleanthous - The Chronic Campaigner @chroniccampaign]

I've been away but keen to pick up where I left off - so what #GoodPractice have you experienced around supporting and empowering #DisabledPeople in the #CharitySector? #CharitySoAbled #NotJustNCVO @CharityDiscrim @CharityStraight @CharitySoWhite

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

Apologies for my absence, I've had some personal problems and emergencies that I've had to focus on. How about we restart with some positive experiences?! What good practice have you seen in the #CharitySector around supporting #DisabledPeople? #CharitySoAbled #NotJustNCVO

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

It's time for another question! What can #charities and other organisations do to make the #interview process more #accessible, fair, supportive and #inclusive? Tweet your reply using #CharitySoAbled or quote tweet us! Like, share & retweet #CharitySector #ableism #accessibility

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

3: "I’m very lucky now that I have found a job that is part-time but also #flexible & home-based. But things have been much worse – I’ve been through warnings & threats to fire me because of the days off I’ve needed to take for my conditions." #CharitySoAbled #CharitySector

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

2: “In 2015, I applied for #PIP – I got zero points because I walked up two steps when - the only way to get to the room. They didn’t offer any alternatives or ask if it hurt… in 2019 I applied again & was awarded by someone who understood my condition.” #CharitySoAbled

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

Annon 1: After suffering for years, I was finally diagnosed with #ME & later with fibro. The severity changes daily (sometimes hourly!), but I can usually tell if it’s going to be a good/ bad day. I’ve had a lot of jobs who believed there’s nothing wrong with me.” #CharitySoAbled

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

Thank you @RosieOldham8 - completely agree! Employment law needs to change to accommodate disabled people! Yes- current employment laws don't follow the social model and need to be updated! HR teams also need to be trained in ableism at the bare min #CharitySoAbled #CharitySector

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

Completely agree! Flexible home-based positions offer more opportunities for disabled people! Many of us are housebound or have fluctuating conditions which means that flexibility is so important! It opens up the job market! Thank you @MandiMooHine for sharing! #CharitySoAbled

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

What can charities do to encourage #DisabledPeople to apply to their charity, and how can they make their organisations safe and welcoming for marginalised groups? #CharitySoAbled @CharitySoWhite @CharityStraight #NotJustNCVO #DisabilityTwitter

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

I'll share my story this week but in the meantime, please DM us your stories (we'll share annon) of #ableism and #Disability #Discrimination, tweet us @CharitySoAbled or tweet using the hashtag #CharitySoAbled #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityTwitter #CharitySector

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

4. When doing any kind of advocacy involving #DisabledPeople it is important to do so with an intersectional lens. The #DisabledCommunity is not homogenous & is made up of people from all intersections & marginalised communities - @CharitySoWhite @CharityStraight #CharitySoAbled

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

3. Over 18% of the UK population are disabled which includes #MentalIllness, #ChronicIlness and long-term illnesses. Many disabled people have #InvisibleDisabilities but this does not make them any less disabled #DisabilityPrideMonth #CharitySoAbled #NEISvoid #DisabilityTwitter

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

2. Use identity-first language. Instead of 'persons with disabilities' use '#DisabledPeople'- most of us prefer this and it is in line with the social model of #disability. It is always good though to ask what each person prefers #CharitySoAbled #DisabilityPrideMonth #NEISvoid

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

Today we are going to be sharing how you can be a better ally this #DisabilityPrideMonth!
1. Always add alt text (short written descrip.) to your images & a separate image description (see below). Alt text allows readers with visual disabilities to access images #CharitySoAbled

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

Thank you for including us in this tweet @StraightCharity! #DisabilityPrideMonth is a really important time for #DisabledPeople and the #DisabledCommunity is v intersectional. It's a time to celebrate disabled people, fight for our rights & promote our visibility #CharitySoAbled

[Ableism And Me @AbleismAndMe]

What strategies do you know of that prevent ableism in the sector? Check out @CharitySoAbled and add yours! #CharitySector #NEISvoid #ableism #CharitySoAbled #NotJustNCVO

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

What can charities do to reduce disability discrimination and ableism in the #CharitySector? Do you have any examples of good practices to share below? #DisabilityTwitter #ableism #NEISvoid #DisabledPeople #CharitySoAbled #disability #DisabilityInclusion

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

What can charities do to reduce disability discrimination and ableism in the #CharitySector? Do you have any examples of good practices to share below? #DisabilityTwitter #ableism #NEISvoid #DisabledPeople #CharitySoAbled #disability #DisabilityInclusion

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

A4: Other innovative flexible working policies could be found through an away day to understand each other's needs, get to know each other around inclusion & find out what works for each person. Many people don't even realise they could benefit from flexible working #CharityHour

[Charity So Abled @CharitySoAbled]

A4: As odd as it sounds I think one of the most innovative things you can do is ask what someone needs and be accommodating to those flexible working needs (maybe not if these ask for free ice cream every day;)) New policies could be framed around your team's needs #CharityHour