Did you know that July marks Disability Pride Month? We are proud to stand with the disabled community, advocating for inclusion, accessibility, and equality.
Public Health England outline that disabled people make up a significant minority within England: one in five of the population are disabled. They also state that disabled people experience disproportionately higher rates of domestic abuse.
Not only do disabled people experience higher rates of #DomesticAbuse, but they also experience more barriers to accessing support, such as health and social care services and domestic abuse services.
Disabled people also experience domestic abuse for longer periods of time, and more severe and frequent abuse than non-disabled people.
Disability Pride Month is not just about awareness but also about creating a more inclusive world, and more inclusive services, for all. It’s crucial that we carry the energy of Disability Pride Month all year round.
How are you marking #DisabilityPrideMonth? Let us know!
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