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The European Disability Forum defends the interests of 100 million persons with disabilities in Europe. #DisabilityRights
Worried about how Artificial Intelligence affects persons with disabilities?
Register to our webinar on 28 October: www.edf-feph.org/events-slug/...
- learn about the AI Act
- get guidance on advocacy
- discover our toolkit for civil society
📩 Stay informed about #AI: mailchi.mp/edf-feph/ai-...
Following this super interesting (and important) conference, that unfortunately is not accessible (once again). Apparently disabled people are not affected by climate change... #NoOneLeftBehind
@enil-eu.bsky.social @myedf.bsky.social @euclimateaction.bsky.social
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Today we go green for #WorldCerebralPalsyDay 💚
800,000 people in the EU live with CP. Each with unique needs that require tailored solutions.
Read the edition of our newsletter dedicated to their voices, issues, and demands.
mailchi.mp/edf-feph/dv2...
#UniqueAndUnited
Promotional banner for the Disability Voice in September.
Today is #InternationalDayofOlderPersons
Older people with disabilities face challenges like lack of long-term support and barriers to autonomy.
In our #DisabilityVoice we share their voices and discuss the EU Action Plan to combat ageism.
Thanks @ageplatformeu.bsky.social
bit.ly/DVSept
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Public Statement: security incident at EDF’s online event.
www.edf-feph.org/public-state...
Build Better Lives logo. better buildings today, for better lives tomorrow.
Proud to join the #BuildBetterLives campaign!
Millions in the EU face unsafe, unhealthy homes. We join this campaign to advocate not only for better living conditions, but also for accessible, affordable, and energy-efficient housing for all.
More on the campaign: www.edf-feph.org/build-better...
EDF staff member Roberta Lulli signs the Nicosia Declaration on behalf of the European Disability Forum
Accessibility and Universal Design must be part of higher education policy and curricula.
It is why the Nicosia declaration calls for structural change in higher education.
Join more than 100 signatories (individuals and organisations) in endorsing the declaration: aaate.net/the-nicosia-...
Humberto Insolera, a tall men in a suit, stands up and signs from the podium of the European Parliament
Ronit Laquerrière-Leven, Vice-President of EUD, signs a statement from the plenary of the European Parliament
Two people sign during a reception in the European Parliament
A sign interpreter translates during a meeting
Today is International #SignLanguageDay. Did you know there are, at least, 29 sign languages in the European Union? But the Union does not recognise them as official languages.
We join the European Union of the Deaf's call: recognise them and prevent discrimination!
eud.eu/the-publicat...
Today, we celebrate 5 years of the #WebAccessibility Directive.
In her speech, our Executive Director underlined how this law is an example of legislation driving innovation:
- Clear standards
- Forward thinking
Web accessibility is a necessity, not a luxury.
@iaaporg.bsky.social
Illustration in blue ink on yellow background. Two hands, showing the letters "E" and "U" in sign language. The text reads: International Day of Sign Languages.
Did you know that in the EU there are:
✅ 30 sign languages
✅ over 1 million sign language users
✅ around 51 million people with a hearing impairment
The 🇪🇺 embraces diversity and inclusion!
#InternationalDayofSignLanguages
💻 Celebrate #accessibility with us!
Join us together with IAAP EU on 22–23 September for the 5th anniversary of the Web Accessibility Directive.
Workshops to share expertise, raise awareness and strengthen digital accessibility in Europe.
👇 Register now
An older man in a wheelchair is pushed by an airport assistant through a windowed corridor witha bright blue floor from the gate to the plane
An older woman in a wheelchair is seen at the end of a set of stairs. On her left stands a beautiful Metro sign in Art nouveau. Nowhere to be seen: an accessible way to access the metro
An wheelchair user with a white t-shir saying "Act!" approaches a grey and orange bus
Yellow raised floor tiles also called "tactile paving" next to train tracks at a train station
Transport is not a luxury: it is a basic service that allows us to be active members of society. But millions of persons with disabilities still face challenges and inaccessibility.
On #EuropeanMobilityWeek, we call for strong laws to ensure mobility for all: www.edf-feph.org/european-mob...
Strong rules and legislation are essential to ensure our rights.
This wave of deregulation risks further marginalising persons with disabilities and regressing on the hard won rights of the past years.
This is why we joined @caneurope.org and 470 other organisations on this strong statement.
Promotional banner for the online exchange on the creation of women's committees within organisation of persons with disabilities. 25 September at 11:00 am Brussels time online. With EDF and funded by EU logos and an illustration of different women's silhouettes.
Does your organisation want to create or strengthen a Women’s Committee?
Join our peer exchange to share best practices, tackle common barriers and get inspired by others in the disability movement.
🗓️ 25 September | 11:00 CET
🔗 Register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Logos of EASPD and Fundazione Paideia along with the conference logo. Text that reads: 'Empowering Families, Enabling Self Determination: Re thinking support at every stage of life."
We have launched registrations for our upcoming conference on supporting families of people with disabilities in Turin! Register👇
www.easpdconference.eu
#EmpoweringFamilies
A hands-on experience on accessibility. Fireside chat with Oracle. 11 September 2025, 16:00 Central European Summer Time. Free online event by the European Disability Forum and Oracle.
Join us on 11 September for a chat with @Oracle about its accessibility journey and collaboration with the accessibility community.
We will also discuss:
- Updates on EU accessibility policies
- The way AI can contribute to accessibility
Register: www.edf-feph.org/events-slug/...
Illustration in white a blue portraying a grupo of people with different disabilities.
Read our 2024 Annual Report!
Wins: #DisabilityCard, stronger EU laws on on violence against women and accessible elections, aid for 70,000+ in Ukraine
Challenges: rights backlash, disability sidelined in EU priorities
Our message is clear: no turning back on rights
www.edf-feph.org/publications...
View of Copenhagen with a Danish flag in the foreground
It is time for Denmark to take the reins of the Presidency of the Council of the EU.
What are their plans for disability rights? Check our article to know more:
www.edf-feph.org/danish-presi...
Participate online: www.edf-feph.org/events-slug/...
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A composite image: on the left logos of EDF, Microsoft and the Accessibility Summit, with name of panel 'Fireside Chat - Inclusive Learning: Accessibility in Higher Education'. On the right photos of the panellists - Dr Klaus Miesenberger and Lydia Vlagsma
And on #InclusiveEducation with:
- Dr. Klaus Miesenberger
- Lydia Vlagsma, co-chair of our Youth Committee
A composite image: on the left logos of EDF, Microsoft and the Accessibility Summit, with name of panel 'Accessibility and Public Procurement'. On the right photos of the panellis - from top left to bottom right: Stephanie Cadieux, Peter Kemeny, Thomas Bignal, Inmaculada Placencia Porrero
We will then focus on #EUBudget and Public Procurement for accessibility.
Speakers:
- Canada's Chief Accessibility Officer Stephanie Cadieux
- Accessibility consultant Peter Kemmeny
- European Commission's Inmaculada Placencia Porrero
Moderated by Thomas Bignal, Secretary-General EASPD
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A composite image: on the left logos of EDF, Microsoft and the Accessibility Summit, with name of panel 'AI for Accessibility'. On the right a photo of the speaker- Cecily Morrison
Opening the afternoon sessions: an empowering talk on #WomenInTech and women with disabilities with Dr Cecily Morrison
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A composite image: on the left logos of EDF, Microsoft and the Accessibility Summit, with name of panel 'AI for Accessibility'. On the right photos of the panellists - Alejandro Moledo and Daniela Rovere
We will then explore #ArtificialIntelligence for accessibility with speakers Alejandro Moledo, and Daniele Rovere from Intesa San Paolo
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A composite image: on the left logos of EDF, Microsoft and the Accessibility Summit, with name of panel 'The European Accessibility Act: National Enforcement in Focus'. On the right photos of the panellis - from top left to bottom right: Mia Alghren, Dr Donal Fitzpatrick, Jamie Dean (Moderator), Özlem Sehirli-Kaya
Our first panel will focus on how countries are enforcing the #AccessibilityAct.
We will hear examples from:
Sweden by Mia Alghren
Ireland by Dr. Dónal Fitzpatrick
The Netherlands by Özlem Sehirli-Kaya
Moderated by Jamie Dean, Accessibility Regulation Team Lead at Microsoft
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A composite image: on the left logos of EDF, Microsoft and the Accessibility Summit, w. On the right a photo of the speakers - Jenny Lay-Flurrie and Catherine Naughton
Microsoft's very own Jenny Lay-Flurrie and our Executive Director Catherine Naughton will open the event!
These accessibility champions will set the tone for the day...
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The #EUAccessibilitySummit is approaching!
This special summit will celebrate the application of provisions of the #AccessibilityAct and discuss latest advances on accessibility
Register to join online on 14 October: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
Meet some speakers...
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A banner composed of 4 abstract images representing: the disability youth survey, the European Youth Event, Disability Pride Month, and our latest ,news
Today is International #YouthDay.
In our special edition of the Disability Voice, we share the leadership of youth with disabilities.
Learn what Disability Pride means to young people and explore the European Youth Event!
Read and subscribe: bit.ly/DisabilityVo...
Act4Dys: The EU initiative addressing urban mobility challenges. - eLearning platform to explore inclusive mobility and climate action - Training package for youth trainers to support disability-inclusive urban development - ePortfolio of good practices in urban mobility and development Sign up to the newsletter to not miss project updates Project co-funded by the European Union Project partners: - CARDET (Centre for Advancement of Research and Development in Educational Technology) - Proportional Message - Innovation Training Center (ITC) - European Disability Forum (EDF) - Spectrum Research Centre (SRC)
Urban mobility and development should be sustainable and inclusive!
That's what our project #Act4Dys is about!
We work to improve awareness, accessibility and sustainability, while empowering youth engagement and education.
More info in our newsletter: act4dys.eu
Are you a researcher studying the impact of the European Union on the lives of persons with disabilities?
Yuste Foundation is offering 10 research and mobility grants through the Carlos V European Award!
Deadline: 19 September 2025
Learn more and apply: www.fundacionyuste.org/en/carlos-v-...
Do you know your rights in the EU? Challenge your knowledge and learn about your rights. Take the quiz!
How well do you know your rights?
Join our “Your Rights in the EU” challenge and put your knowledge to the test! forms.office.com/e/yMWMZaKdPf
15 questions on different topics.
Resources to master your rights.
A scorecard to share your results!
Need help? www.edf-feph.org/publications...
