Naomi L. Jacobs

Great article in the latest ISRF newsletter by @autgeek.bsky.social and @drhelenkara.bsky.social - ‘Why is There So Much Research About Us Without Us?’ - on neurodivergence research funding and agendas. isrf.org/blog/why-is-...
#AutRes #DisabilityStudies

Act now to save Access to Work Access to Work is a lifeline allowing Disabled people to stay in work. But it's under attack. Act now to save Access to Work.

(Done.) Write to your MP about the threatened cuts to Access to Work. Thanks to @inclusionlondon.bsky.social for organising this campaign.

www.inclusionlondon.org.uk/campaigns-an...

We are living in an era of sickness caused by political choices. Many are getting more ill under the weight of poor working conditions, inadequate incomes, precarious housing and overstretched health and social care services. The fault for this lies squarely at the feet of successive governments who have chosen profit over people.

🚨Our statement on #Budget2026

Yet more Government actions that place the burden on Disabled people instead of taking responsibility for an unequal and inaccessible society that the Government has the power to change.

www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/dr-uks-...

I live on exactly this precipice between getting the support I need, and the eternal terror it will be taken away (or worse). Your reflections are accurate. :(

You have until midnight! If you or someone you love is a trans+ person under 25 – sign up for some free festive joy from Trans Secret Santa

“Who counts as disabled then?”

I get extra ‘disability studies bingo’ points if they do finger air quotes around the word disabled

want BAGAGEL

Honoring Alice Wong: Reprinting Bitch Magazine's Access Series Alice Wong, who reshaped the world of disability media, joined our ancestors on November 14, 2025. The Flytrap is proud to reprint her curated Access Series for Bitch Magazine.

In honor of @sfdirewolf.bsky.social's legacy as a disability activist and writer, today we are republishing Bitch Magazine's Access Series, which was originally curated by Alice Wong. Worker-owner and former Bitch editor-in-chief Evette Dionne updated the intro to the series here:

UK Covid-19 Inquiry Report Details Damning Failure to Protect

🚨BREAKING NEWS🚨

UK Covid-19 Inquiry report has just been released - it details the damning failure to protect Disabled people as “too little, too late”, mentioning government's “remarkable” failure to anticipate and plan an effective response

More👇
www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/uk-covi...

Today is Trans Day of Remembrance.

Today we remember and grieve all those we have lost. But we also commit – collectively – to fighting for those of us who are left. There will be hope as long as we continue to stand together.
https://goodlaw.social/n1jn

Congratulations on your priesthood anniversary! Thank you for everything you do for a very broad community of folk on many Paths. You’ve been such an important influence on my spiritual path and my own vocation (which lies somewhere between oracle and prophet… if any such words mean anything 😄)

Highly recommend! Just wish I had more places to hide away (a family member lent their spare room this time!)

Devastating. Alice was a powerful voice in disability justice activism, arts and storytelling, who helped so many people see that our stories matter. Rest in power.

Thanks Natalya :)

Thanks!

I really did! Great conversation. Thank you :)

All right folks, it’s crunch time. I’ve done that thing where I arrange to stay somewhere for three days and do not intend to emerge except for food, or do anything but work. Last time I did this was for my book. Now I’m writing a very intimidating (but exciting) research proposal. Wish me luck!

Got this downloaded ready to listen - looks great!

Interview with Katie Munday (on the topics of intersectionality, ableism, gender identity, research, activism, advocacy & more) Podcast Episode · The Autism Podcast · 12/11/2025 · 1h 18m

"An essential listen for anyone interested in neurodivergence, gender and disability rights. Katie’s powerful voice, extensive knowledge, and commitment to their community provide a perspective that challenges assumptions and inspires action"
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New Article: Equality Act and Churches - Naomi Lawson Jacobs New article in the International Journal of Disability & Social Justice - 'I just didn't fit into the way that they did church': Barriers to Access & Participation for Disabled People in UK Churches

New article in the International Journal of Disability & Social Justice - 'I Just Didn't Fit into the Way That They Did Church': Barriers to Access & Participation for Disabled People in Churches naomilawsonjacobs.com/new-article-... #EqualityAct #NewResearch #DisabilityStudies #AcademicSky

Aww thank you Natalie!

Thanks so much Liz! Selina’s series on this has been brilliant.

S7E5 Power, Disability and Neurodiversity ft Dr Naomi Lawson Jacobs

I’m honoured to be a guest on the fantastic Dr Selina Stone’s #podcast ‘Sunday School for Misfits’ this week. This season of the podcast is on power, and we had a lot to talk about when it comes to #disability, #neurodivergence and power in churches and #theology.

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New blogpost on my concerns about Wellcome LEAP new $50m program on autism/microbiome links. deevybee.blogspot.com/2025/10/a-le...
#autism #microbiome #biomarkers #diagnostic

UK charities say toxic immigration rhetoric leading to threats against staff Voluntary organisations forced to introduce extensive security measures to protect staff and property

🚨NEWS🚨

We have co-signed this letter alongside leading charities, calling on the Prime Minister to protect everyone’s human rights in the face of far right threats.

This letter highlights to heightened threats of violence our communities are facing 👇
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

Hi everyone. Looking for recs on books about #livingwithdisability. My sister is recently disabled with neuro issues. This may be chronic or permanent. I would love to find her accessible own voices to help her process her grief, anger, and fear. Any ideas?

Can These Bones Live? Disability, wilderness, hope and God Exploring experience of wilderness & how hope grows. With talks, workshops, groups, art, theology, liturgy. Hybrid event - on site & online

Here's this year's @livingedgeconf.bsky.social, as mentioned in today's wonderful seminar hosted by @naomijacobs.bsky.social . There are still a few spaces left, both onsite and online.
cantheseboneslive.eventbrite.co.uk

And sadly I couldn’t post a running commentary from the team account as I usually do, as I was hosting, but I have some notes so will see what I can do with those later!

Huge thanks to @krysiawally.bsky.social , @jpuddlegoose.bsky.social & Bernice Hardie for sharing their work in faith communities for disability inclusion & social justice at @learningmet.bsky.social. Great to host such interesting speakers on a topic we don’t talk about enough in #DisabilityStudies.