Ever wanted to know what an MP actually does? On Tuesday 9th November we’re hosting a Q&A with MPs and you’re invited! Lets make sure that people with a learning disability are represented and able to take part in parliamentary engagement https://t.co/kblIGSYi9l #UKPW
This #ActivismWeek, join us and become an everyday activist. 🙂
Here's a way to show your support in less than 75 seconds! ⏱
Take the #Mencap75th anniversary pledge and stand up for the rights of people with a #LearningDisability. 🙋♀️
Visit: https://t.co/PWA6JXzSOT 👈
Meet Sam. 👋
Sam is on our supported internships programme, and says Mencap boosted his confidence when he was feeling low. 🙂
Now he's learning to create and edit videos and wants to be the "bestest" editor he can be. 💪
Listen to his story for #LDArtWeek here.👇 #LDWeek21
"I feel valued in the work I do." - Alix
This @BBCNews report highlights what employment can mean for someone with a #LearningDisability.
It is more than a job - it is a sign of being included and valued in society. 👨👩👦
And offers independence too. 💪
https://t.co/B9TKEOC5OG
"I’m asking the government to rethink and prioritise everyone with a #LearningDisability [for the #vaccine]. Show us that you care about us. We are too often forgotten, don’t ignore us now."
A powerful letter in today's @Independent by @HarryRoche11. ✉👇
https://t.co/9dU6rZvADa
The Government is writing a new plan to improve people's lives. 📝
They want to hear from people with a disability, parents, and carers, to help them write it. 💬✍
If you want to have your say, visit:
https://t.co/j0gWsGJcgB 👈
They have information in #EasyRead too. 📰
Do you have some questions about the #Coronavirus vaccine? 🙋
Finding it all a bit confusing? 🤔
We have created an #EasyRead 📄 to help with your questions. 🙂
Available on our website: https://t.co/mfem8KzPeR 👈
People with a #LearningDisability are six times more likely than the general population to die from #Coronavirus.
But they are not in priority group six for the vaccine.
This has to change - they need to be a priority.
Email your MP now: https://t.co/y3kFBs9WLw 👈
Having lots of different feelings right now? 😕☹️😟
This is okay. 💖 We all deal with things differently.
We have created a new top tips #EasyRead guide 📄 with @MindCharity. 👋
It is about helping you feel your best 💙 during #COVID19.
Visit: https://t.co/0TFlo7Wqx3 👈
There is, of course, more to this. Here's a flavour of Tier Four.
(Yes, SPHQ is in Tier Four. Yes, those brussel sprouts will be seasoned with our tears.)
34% of parents of children aged under five with a #LearningDisability said they think that children with a learning disability do not receive equal hospital care.
Read more in @Mencap_charity's #TreatMeWell report.
Change needs to happen: https://t.co/hU4oY5opgJ 👈