European Disability Forum

A delegation from the European Disability Forum will attend the flagship climate change conference, COP29, to raise the alarm: disability inclusion in the COP is trailing behind. Worryingly, the UNFCC (the entity responsible for the COP) is blocking the creation of a disability constituency, an informal group that would grant disability advocates more power and access. This is unacceptable, as not only persons with disabilities are disproportionately affected by climate change, but they risk being excluded if solutions are not disability-inclusive. Read our demands: https://lnkd.in/dBicRX-3

In one month, over 500 people (disability advocates, policymakers and other stakeholders) will come together in Berlin during the European Regional Disability Summit! We will discuss pressing issues, including: - Disability Rights in times of crisis; - Countries and private organisations commitments to disability rights; - International cooperation and humanitarian action; - Inclusive development. Register to attend in-person or online (6 December): https://lnkd.in/eWcaMkSQ https://lnkd.in/eHH7REFd

🗓️ Mark your calendar! We are excited to announce that the European Day of Persons with Disabilities Conference will be hosted in Brussels, in collaboration with the European Commission, on 28-29 November. This year’s conference comes at a crucial moment ahead of the new European Commission’s priorities. Key topics will include: ➡️ Employment ➡️ Independent living ➡️ Transport We will also celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Access City Award! The conference will be live-streamed in 9 languages. https://lnkd.in/dE3P3Pux #EDPD2024 #EUAccessCity #EUDisabilityRights

As part of the EDF board meeting in Madrid, we - together with CERMI Estatal and Fundación ONCE / Inserta are organising a hybrid conference on the 8 November on the topic "Prepared for the future". During the conference, panellists will discuss 3 important topics: - How countries' constitutions can underpin disability rights. - How persons with disabilities and disability issues must be integrated in #ClimateAction and sustainability policies. - The #MentalHealth and well-being of persons with disabilities. Join us online on the 8 November!

The #ArtificialIntelligence Act aims to regulate AI systems. But how does it fare regarding #DisabilityRights? How can we use it to guarantee that persons with disabilities are not excluded? Or that #accessibility is taken into account? Our guide "A disability-inclusive Artificial Intelligence Act: A guide to monitor implementation in your country" helps advocates and organisations in pressuring national governments to create good laws to implement the Act. Among the advice: - Create alliances with other human rights organisations and digital rights organisations. - Use the AI Act "right to explanation". - Advocate for accessibility and bias testing. Explore the guide: https://lnkd.in/gu2jTtT3

Today, we are calling on the European Parliament and its political groups to re-establish the Disability Intergroup! This intergroup is crucial for advancing disability rights within the European Parliament and across the European Union. In our video, former members of the Disability Intergroup come together to explain the significance of re-establishing this Intergroup. #DisabilityRights #EuropeanUnion #Accessibility

Join our team! Traineeship applications are open now. We especially encourage young people with disabilities to apply for our dedicated program. We are committed to break down barriers and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to contribute to a more equal, just and sustainable Europe. All you need is a good dose of motivation and passion for social democratic values. Hurry up! The deadline to apply is November 3! More here: https://lnkd.in/eR3U9NEr

G7 launches Solfagnano Charter on disability and inclusion! We were present at the G7 ministerial meeting on #disability and #inclusion, where our Vice-President Pat Clarke moderated a panel on "Universal Accessibility and the prevention and management of emergencies". We welcome the G7 Presidency initiative of consulting us and the wider disability movement while drafting the Charter. We believe it's a good initiative however, the Charter should have presented more concrete actions. In addition, as G7 members represent the world’s largest advanced economies, they must lead by example in ensuring that specific policies are created, and funding is allocated to the Charter’s commitments. This must include funding for representative organisations of persons with disabilities so they can be properly involved in all actions. We now hope that Canada, as the next Presidency of G7, and South Africa, as the Presidency of the G20, develop on this initiative and deliver strong commitments! Read our press release to learn more: https://lnkd.in/ePU-yC_w

G7 launches Solfagnano Charter on disability and inclusion! We were present at the G7 ministerial meeting on #disability and #inclusion, where our Vice-President Pat Clarke moderated a panel on "Universal Accessibility and the prevention and management of emergencies". We welcome the G7 Presidency initiative of consulting us and the wider disability movement while drafting the Charter. We believe it's a good initiative however, the Charter should have presented more concrete actions. In addition, as G7 members represent the world’s largest advanced economies, they must lead by example in ensuring that specific policies are created, and funding is allocated to the Charter’s commitments. This must include funding for representative organisations of persons with disabilities so they can be properly involved in all actions. We now hope that Canada, as the next Presidency of G7, and South Africa, as the Presidency of the G20, develop on this initiative and deliver strong commitments! Read our press release to learn more: https://lnkd.in/ePU-yC_w

The European Parliament establishes informal groups of (cross-party, cross-country) Members that fight for a common cause. They are called Intergroups. The #Disability Intergroup has been essential to ensure #DisabilityRights advance for the last 40 years. Every mandate, Intergroups need to be re-established - and just a few are allowed. We need your help! Tell your MEPs to sign and send us the support form: https://lnkd.in/ggpzbtXF Why? Watch past Members share the achievements of the Intergroup!