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Rhian Davies
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Chief Executive: Disability Wales www.disabilitywales.org
Trustee: Wales Council for Voluntary Action
Member: Disability Rights Taskforce
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Rhian Davies @dwrhian.bsky.social · 12h
New Manifesto! From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving @disabilitywales.bsky.social
disabilitywales.bsky.social Disability Wales @disabilitywales.bsky.social · 1d
Introducing From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving: Disabled People’s Manifesto 2026–2031.

Developed with DPOs and 250+ disabled people, it calls for action across five key areas to build a Wales where disabled people can thrive.

Read more: disabilitywales.org/from-barely-...
#DWManifesto
Front page of Disability Wales' manifesto. DW's logo is at the top and below it, a torn paper effect reveals the text: From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving. Underneath is a photo of a group of disabled people posing outdoors in a park. At the bottom, the text reads: Disabled People's Manifesto 2026-2031.
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New Manifesto! From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving @disabilitywales.bsky.social
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Introducing From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving: Disabled People’s Manifesto 2026–2031.

Developed with DPOs and 250+ disabled people, it calls for action across five key areas to build a Wales where disabled people can thrive.

Read more: disabilitywales.org/from-barely-...
#DWManifesto
Front page of Disability Wales' manifesto. DW's logo is at the top and below it, a torn paper effect reveals the text: From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving. Underneath is a photo of a group of disabled people posing outdoors in a park. At the bottom, the text reads: Disabled People's Manifesto 2026-2031.
December 2, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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🚨News.

Disability Wales’ Manifesto calls for a society where disabled people truly thrive not barely survive.

'This manifesto is a call to action for all political parties to commit to real change.'

Read more:
www.disabilitywales.org/press-releas...
#DWManifesto
Press release: Disability Wales’ Manifesto calls for a society where disabled people truly thrive not barely survive - Disability Wales
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Disability Wales has launched its 2026–2031 Manifesto, From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving, alongside a new commitment card designed to hold political parties and candidates ...
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December 2, 2025 at 10:32 AM
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We’re proud to have attended the launch of this important manifesto from @disabilitywales.bsky.social. An important step toward equality and inclusion for disabled people in Wales.

#DWManifesto
disabilitywales.bsky.social Disability Wales @disabilitywales.bsky.social · 1d
Introducing From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving: Disabled People’s Manifesto 2026–2031.

Developed with DPOs and 250+ disabled people, it calls for action across five key areas to build a Wales where disabled people can thrive.

Read more: disabilitywales.org/from-barely-...
#DWManifesto
Front page of Disability Wales' manifesto. DW's logo is at the top and below it, a torn paper effect reveals the text: From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving. Underneath is a photo of a group of disabled people posing outdoors in a park. At the bottom, the text reads: Disabled People's Manifesto 2026-2031.
December 2, 2025 at 10:09 AM
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We're delighted to have been able to contribute to the coproduction of this vital manifesto to advance the rights of disabled people here in Wales. Please do check it out 👇

#DWManifesto
disabilitywales.bsky.social Disability Wales @disabilitywales.bsky.social · 1d
Introducing From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving: Disabled People’s Manifesto 2026–2031.

Developed with DPOs and 250+ disabled people, it calls for action across five key areas to build a Wales where disabled people can thrive.

Read more: disabilitywales.org/from-barely-...
#DWManifesto
Front page of Disability Wales' manifesto. DW's logo is at the top and below it, a torn paper effect reveals the text: From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving. Underneath is a photo of a group of disabled people posing outdoors in a park. At the bottom, the text reads: Disabled People's Manifesto 2026-2031.
December 1, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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Introducing From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving: Disabled People’s Manifesto 2026–2031.

Developed with DPOs and 250+ disabled people, it calls for action across five key areas to build a Wales where disabled people can thrive.

Read more: disabilitywales.org/from-barely-...
#DWManifesto
Front page of Disability Wales' manifesto. DW's logo is at the top and below it, a torn paper effect reveals the text: From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving. Underneath is a photo of a group of disabled people posing outdoors in a park. At the bottom, the text reads: Disabled People's Manifesto 2026-2031.
December 1, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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Inquiry report shows ‘horrific’ Covid death toll among disabled people was not inevitable, say DPOs
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Inquiry report shows ‘horrific’ Covid death toll among disabled people was not inevitable, say DPOs
A report by the Covid inquiry into political decision-making during the pandemic proves that the “horrific” and disproportionate death toll among disabled people was not inevitable but the result o…
www.disabilitynewsservice.com
November 28, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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🚨Cyfle olaf i archebu eich tocyn.

Dim ond ychydig ddyddiau i fynd tan ein digwyddiad lansio maniffesto! Ymunwch â ni wrth i ni ddatgelu ein prif ofynion i bleidiau gwleidyddol cyn etholiad Senedd 2026.

🗓 1 Rhagfyr | 4–6yh.

Archebwch nawr: eventbrite.co.uk/e/disability...
Testun gwyn ar gefndir glas tywyll ac oren sy'n dweud: Lansio Maniffesto Anabledd Cymru. Ymunwch â ni wrth i ni lansio ein Maniffesto 2026-2031: O Oroesi i Ffynnu. Arlein drwy Zoom. 1 Rhagfyr, 4-6yh. Mae logo Anabledd Cymru yn y gornel dde uchaf.
November 28, 2025 at 10:33 AM
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🚨Last chance to book your ticket.

Our manifesto launch event is only a few days away! Join us as we unveil our key asks to political parties ahead of the 2026 Senedd election.

🗓 1 Dec | 4–6pm.

Book now: eventbrite.co.uk/e/disability...
Bold white writing on a dark blue and orange background. It reads: Disability Wales Manifesto Launch. Join us as we unveil our 2026-2031 Manifesto: From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving. Online via Zoom. 1 December, 4-6pm. DW's logo is in the top right corner.
November 28, 2025 at 10:33 AM
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📢Rydym yn falch o gyflwyno ein Cynllun Strategol newydd!

Mae'n nodi sut rydym yn anelu at weithio gydag aelodau i gyflawni ein gweledigaeth ar gyfer cymdeithas gynhwysol, deg a di-rhwystr.

Dysgwch fwy: www.disabilitywales.org/ein-gweledig...
Ein gweledigaeth ar gyfer cymdeithas gynhwysol, deg a dirwystr - Disability Wales
We're proud to launch our new Strategic Plan, sharing our vision for an inclusive, equitable and barrier-free society
www.disabilitywales.org
November 27, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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📢We’re proud to present our new Strategic Plan!

It sets out how we aim to work with members to achieve our vision for an inclusive, equitable and barrier free society.

Learn more: www.disabilitywales.org/our-vision-f...
Our vision for an inclusive, equitable and barrier free society - Disability Wales
We're proud to launch our new Strategic Plan, sharing our vision for an inclusive, equitable and barrier-free society
www.disabilitywales.org
November 27, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Reposted by Rhian Davies
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Gall y Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru eich helpu chi i dalu am:

💬 Dehonglwyr Iaith Arwyddion Prydain
👩‍🦽 Cynorthwywyr Personol
🚗 Trafnidiaeth Hygyrch
💻 Technoleg Gynorthwyol
…a mwy, yn dibynnu ar eich anghenion.

Dysgwch fwy: youtube.com/watch?v=BPE1...
Beth allwch chi ddefnyddio'r gronfa i dalu amdano? Dehonglwyr Iaith Arwyddion Prydain Cynorthwywyr Personol Trafnidiaeth Hygyrch Technolegau Cynorthwyol A llawer mwy. Wedi'i deilwra i'ch anghenion chi. Mae logos Anabledd Cymru, y Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru a Llywodraeth Cymru ar waelod y graffeg.
November 25, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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The Access to Elected Office Fund Wales can support you with:

💬 BSL Interpreters
👩‍🦽 Personal Assistants
🚗 Accessible Transport
💻 Assistive Technology
…and more, depending on your access needs.

Watch our video to learn more: youtube.com/watch?v=8rcc...
What can the fund pay for? • BSL interpreters • Personal Assistants • Accessible Transport • Assistive Technology • And more... Tailored to your access needs. The Disability Wales, Access to Elected Office Fund Wales and Welsh Government logos are on a white background at the bottom of the graphic.
November 25, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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Mae pobl anabl yn haeddu mwy na goroesi, rydym yn mynnu newid.

Ymunwch â ni wrth i ni lansio ein maniffesto: O Oroesi i Ffynnu, sy'n nodi ein prif ofynion i bleidiau gwleidyddol cyn etholiad Senedd 2026.

🗓 1 Rhagfyr | 4–6yh.

Tocynnau: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/disability...
Testun gwyn ar gefndir glas tywyll ac oren sy'n dweud: Lansio Maniffesto Anabledd Cymru. Ymunwch â ni wrth i ni lansio ein Maniffesto 2026-2031: O Oroesi i Ffynnu. Arlein drwy Zoom. 1 Rhagfyr, 4-6yh. Mae logo Anabledd Cymru yn y gornel dde uchaf.
November 24, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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Disabled people deserve more than survival, we demand change.

Join us as we launch our manifesto: From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving, which sets out our key asks to political parties ahead of the 2026 Senedd election.

🗓 1 Dec | 4–6pm

Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/disability...
Bold white writing on a dark blue and orange background. It reads: Disability Wales Manifesto Launch. Join us as we unveil our 2026-2031 Manifesto: From Barely Surviving to Truly Thriving. Online via Zoom. 1 December, 4-6pm. DW's logo is in the top right corner.
November 24, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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🚨News.

UK Covid-19 Inquiry report details damning failure to protect Disabled people as “too little, too late”.

'The fate of Disabled people in the Covid-19 pandemic was not inevitable and our fate in the next pandemic is not either.'
www.disabilitywales.org/press-releas...
Press release: UK Covid-19 Inquiry report details damning failure to protect Disabled people as “too little, too late” - Disability Wales
20 November 2025 Over 760 pages of forensic analysis the Covid-19 Inquiry Report has laid bare the range of “obvious” and “higher risks” to Disabled people, both from the virus itself and its counter ...
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November 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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A gentle reminder:
Access is a right, not a luxury.

👉 Start removing barriers and create more inclusive environments with our Social Model Toolkit:
www.disabilitywales.org/resources/
White text on a dark blue background reads: Access is a right, not a luxury. DW's logo is placed in the top right corner.
November 20, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Mae democratiaeth yn gryfach pan fydd pleidiau gwleidyddol yn mynd ati i gefnogi pobl anabl i sefyll mewn etholiad.

Mae'r Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru yn helpu pobl anabl i sefyll mewn etholiad.

🔗 ow.ly/CAZf50Xsu8b
Mae cynrychiolaeth yn bwysig. Pleidiau Gwleidyddol: Mae cymorth ar gael i ymgeiswyr anabl Mae pobl anabl yn cael eu tangynrychioli mewn gwleidyddiaeth. Gall pleidiau gwleidyddol ddatblygu ymgyrchwyr anabl i fod yn ymgeiswyr ar gyfer etholiadau'r dyfodol. Cronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru. Cronfa sy’n wleidyddol niwtral. Darperir gan Anabledd Cymru. Ariennir gan Lywodraeth Cymru. Cefnogwch aelodau anabl i symud ymlaen yn eich plaid” • Cynadleddau a chyfarfodydd hygyrch • Hyfforddiant a rhwydweithio cynhwysol • Annog a datblygu ymgyrchwyr anabl
November 18, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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Democracy is stronger when political parties actively support disabled people to stand for election.

The Access to Elected Office Fund Wales helps remove barriers by covering additional costs for disabled people seeking election.

🔗 disabilitywales.org/projects/acc...
An illustrated megaphone and voting slip is in the centre of a dark blue graphic. Above it is text that says: Representation matters. Below the box is text that reads: Political Parties: support is available for disabled candidates. On a white background at the bottom of the graphic are the DW, AEOFW and Welsh Government logos. An illustrated ballot box is in the centre of a dark blue graphic. Above it is text that says: Disabled people are underrepresented in politics. Below the box is text that reads: political parties can develop disabled activists to be future election candidates. A round white circle with the DW logo sits to the right on a dark blue graphic. Text reads Access to Elected Office Fund Wales. A politically neutral fund. Delivered by Disability Wales. Funded by Welsh Government. White text on a dark blue background says Support disabled members to progress in your party Accessible meetings and conferences Inclusive training and networking Encourage and develop disabled activists.
November 18, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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O ymgyrchu yn erbyn cynnydd mewn ffioedd gofal cymdeithasol i gyflwyno sesiynau hyfforddi Model Cymdeithasol i aelodau'r Cabinet, mae wedi bod yn flwyddyn effeithiol i Anabledd Cymru.

Mae @dwrhian.bsky.social yn edrych yn ôl ar uchafbwyntiau a heriau 2024/25: www.disabilitywales.org/blwyddyn-dan...
Blwyddyn dan sylw: Adroddiad y Prif Weithredwr 2024/25 - Disability Wales
Mae wedi bod yn flwyddyn o newid a myfyrio yma yn Anabledd Cymru wrth i ni weithio i ddatblygu ein Cynllun Strategol newydd. Roeddem yn falch i lansio’r cynllun yn ein Cyfarfod Cyffredinol Blynyddol d...
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November 14, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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From campaigning against social care charge increases to delivering UK-first Social Model training to Cabinet members, it’s been an impactful year for DW.

Chief Exec @dwrhian.bsky.social looks back on the highlights & challenges of 2024/25.

Read her report: www.disabilitywales.org/a-year-in-re...
A Year in Review: Chief Executive's report 2024/25 - Disability Wales
It has been a year of change and reflection here at Disability Wales as we worked to develop our new Strategic Plan. We were delighted to launch the plan at our recent AGM and to receive such a positi...
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November 14, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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“It is vital for democracy and political representation that disabled people have the same opportunity as others to stand in forthcoming elections.”

Our Chief Exec @dwrhian.bsky.social on why the Access to Elected Office Fund Wales matters.

Learn more: www.disabilitywales.org/projects/acc...
On a dark blue background, white text reads Access to Elected Office Fund Wales. Below in a white circle with an orange border is a quote from DW Chief Executive, Rhian Davies: “It is vital for democracy and political representation that disabled people have the same opportunity as others to stand in forthcoming elections.” The DW, AEOFW and Welsh Government logos are at the bottom.
November 11, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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“Mae rhoi’r un cyfle i bobl anabl sefyll yn yr etholiadau sydd ar y gweill yn hanfodol i ddemocratiaeth ac i gynrychiolaeth wleidyddol.”

Ein Prif Weithredwr @dwrhian.bsky.social ar pam fod y Gronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig mor bwysig.

Rhagor o wybodaeth: www.disabilitywales.org/projects/acc...
Ar gefndir glas tywyll mae testun sy'n dweud 'Cronfa Mynediad i Swyddi Etholedig Cymru'. O dan hwn mae dyfyniad gan Brif Weithredwr AC, Rhian Davies, mewn cylch gwyn gyda ffîn oren. “Mae rhoi’r un cyfle i bobl anabl sefyll yn yr etholiadau sydd ar y gweill yn hanfodol i ddemocratiaeth ac i gynrychiolaeth wleidyddol.” Mae logos AC, y gronfa a Llywodraeth Cymru ar y gwaelod.
November 11, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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📢The DWP is seeking Expressions of Interest to join the Steering Group for the Timms Review on PIP.

It's vital that lived experience is at the centre of meaningful change. Any future proposals must support not punish disabled people.

🗓️Apply by 30 Nov.
www.gov.uk/government/p...
Expression of interest to join the Timms Review steering group
DWP has launched an expression of interest to join the steering group of the Timms Review. The group will provide strategic direction, shared decision-making, and overall leadership for the Review. Ap...
www.gov.uk
November 6, 2025 at 9:03 AM
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Do you want to adopt the Social Model of Disability but feel unsure of where to start?

Here are a few tips to help you on your way.

You can learn more about the Social Model, language, and tackling disabling barriers in our toolkit: https://disabilitywales.org/resources/
A few tips when adopting the Social Model of Disability. Always use language that's empowering, promotes independence and represents disabled people's lived experience. Use identity-first language such as 'disabled person'. Disabled people are an equal member of society so speak to us as you would with anyone else, but ensure that you are meeting the person's communication needs and preferences. Invest in co-production and work collaboratively within society to break down barriers.
November 6, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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The UK Government’s summary of responses to its Pathways to Work Green Paper shows tens of thousands of disabled people and allies rejecting any plans to cut spending on PIP and other disability support.

🗞️Via @johnpring.bsky.social.
www.disabilitynewsservice.com/tens-of-thou...
Tens of thousands tell government: We reject any plans to cut PIP
Tens of thousands of disabled people and allies have made clear to the government that they reject any plans to cut spending on personal independence payment (PIP) and other disability-related supp…
www.disabilitynewsservice.com
November 10, 2025 at 11:28 AM