Difference

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Proposal to improve #inclusion in our transport networks and infrastructure.

3/ Sign up as a member or ally to help us build safer communities, it's quick, free, and easy Together, with us, you can make hate crime visible! And stop it being dismissed as “just trolling.” @clevelandpolice @Cleveland_PCC @MattForPCC differencenortheast.org.uk/shaping-clevel…

We need change. We need Members. We need allies. And we need you. 1/ Read our latest blog to learn more about Disability Hate Crime in Cleveland and how Difference North East fed back to the strategy there 2/ Share your experience via the form on our website.

Everyone deserve to live with bullying and harassment for who they are. BUT Hate crime against Disabled people is rising and too often ignored and unreported.

The ticket office in Newcastle closed. A kiosk isn’t good enough: queues, missed trains, and accessibility concerns. Have you been affected? Share your experience here 👉 differencenortheast.org.uk/take-action/sh…

A gluten-free bun costs 40p+ vs. 9p for a regular one. Flour costs 4x more. This isn't just a medical issue. It's a social and economic one. Our new blog breaks down the story, the impact, and the community's powerful response. Read and take action: differencenortheast.org.uk/how-a-proposed…

No one should have to eat food that makes them sick or go without staples everyone else can enjoy. The true cost of a gluten-free loaf? The NHS in the NE is proposing cutting prescriptions for gluten-free food. The reason? Budget control. The reality? A severe financial barrier

From safer crossings to access panels that give disabled people real power. Accessible transport isn’t optional, it’s essential. These are practical steps councils can take, and see our recommendations for the Tees Valley. Read more on our blog👉 differencenortheast.org.uk/5-big-ideas-ac…

Disabled voices must shape the future of transport! @WalkWheelCycleT's big ideas for accessible travel & OUR recommendations to Tees Valley transport consultation! We’ve broken down 5 big ideas from Sustrans’ Transforming Mobility report!

NORTH EAST DISABLED COMMUNITY: Your 15 mins Needed. Take our survey to: ✅ Fuel evidence-based campaigns ✅ Reveal what’s working/failing ✅ Make decision-makers LISTEN Ends Aug 31! Need Word/phone version? Reply/DM! RT to reach more people! differencenortheast.org.uk/your-voice-sha…

The Universal Credit Bill passed. Only 9 North East MPs voted to protect disabled people. 20 voted for cuts. We fought. We won changes. But it’s not enough. Now we rest and resist! Tag your MP if they didn’t vote with us. Ask them why. differencenortheast.org.uk/reflecting-on-…

Let’s talk climate, access, justice, and bold futures. differencenortheast.org.uk/event/how-can-…

Disabled people are powerful. Let’s lead the way in climate action, together. Join the relaunch of the Disabled Climate Action Forum on 18 Sept Sign up as a member or ally (it’s free) and you’ll get the private Zoom invite.

🚨🚨🚨BREAKING NEWS🚨🚨🚨 The United Nations is calling for the UK Government to stop the Universal Credit (PIP) Bill because it will 'deepen the signs of regression' in disabled people's human rights. tbinternet.ohchr.org/_layouts/15/tr…

Labour has a Disability problem. I don't think many at a senior level realise that, it's hard for anyone to admit prejudice. Nevertheless it's there in their language and behaviours. They can change this, but they have to want to do it.

📢 The fight for British disability rights isn't over 📢 Join @RachelCDailey at @stocktonlibrary @drakebookshop where she will be in conversation with Claire Andrews from @differencenorth to talk about the amazing activists and protest actions behind the UK’s long battle for disabled people’s rights to live. 🎟️ here: bit.ly/44LBH0e

"There is a heavy duty on us all, and it starts with compassion and kindness, safety and support" Labour MP Rachael Maskell, whose reasoned amendment has been selected to be voted on, sets out why she is opposed to the "broken bill" Follow live: bbc.in/4ly6jrG