Disabled Journalist Network

Connecting disabled journalists around the world. Created and run by @seven_standen.

[Disabled Journalist Network @DisabledJourNet]

In recent years, we’ve seen the rise of diversity in journalism, with more opportunities being opened up to create multicultural spaces. This has been a positive movement, which has aimed to make journalism a less exclusive industry and make sure that it is more (1/6)

[Disabled Journalist Network @DisabledJourNet]

Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me... but what if words can hurt all of us?

The latest DJN blog is about the importance of language when talking about #disability.

(Spoiler: yes, we do talk about #RosieJones 📺)

https://t.co/LmVK1QqIQb

[Empoword Journalism @empowordjournos]

Freelancing has many benefits for disabled people, you can work from the comfort of your own home, choose your hours and more.

However, as the Disabled Journalist Network shares in this thread, that doesn’t mean freelancing is easy!

#NationalFreelancersDay #DisabledPrideMonth

[Disabled Journalist Network @DisabledJourNet]

We’re on Threads as disabledjournalistnetwork! 💜

[Flick Williams @flickhwilliams]

URGENT. CALL TO ACTION. Calling all disabled people and our allies to be ready for the fight of our ‘rail travelling’ lives ❗️This flies in the face of supporting sustainable, accessible travel. It is discriminatory & excluding. IT MUST NOT SUCEED ‼️

[Transport for All @TransportForAll]

Given the size and scale of the ticket office closures, with such profound impacts on disabled people, it is staggering that disabled people and our orgs have not had the opportunity to influence this policy at a National level. (1/4)

[Disabled Journalist Network @DisabledJourNet]

@lifeofpippa_ Yes, ‘overcoming’ disabilities too!

[Disabled Journalist Network @DisabledJourNet]

In a guide for what language to use when writing about disabilities, what needs to be included?

[Disabled Journalist Network @DisabledJourNet]

What other problems do you experience when freelancing? What's the biggest issue you've come up against?

For me, the lack of replies to emails is the most frustrating thing. Uncertainty and no clear answers are really hard to deal with as an autistic person!

[Disabled Journalist Network @DisabledJourNet]

When we talk about the difficulties of journalism, a lot of people focus on the workplace and/or getting a place there! Freelancing is a great alternative for most disabled people.

But that doesn't mean freelancing is easy... 🧵

[Disabled Journalist Network @DisabledJourNet]

The constant grind of freelancing is incredibly frustrating, difficult, and often ableist in nature.

While many disabled journalists freelance, it doesn't mean it's easy! And we often forget we aren't alone in our struggles. It's a systemic problem!