NEW POST: New research from Unofficial Leeds Beckett Law Freshers 2018/19 finds unfounded FII allegations cause “devastating and often life-long impact on families, including their children”. Over 80% of claims are dropped, with disabled parents more likely to be accused specialneedsjungle.com/research-unfou…

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Dr Miro Griffiths is a sociologist at the University of Leeds and also a disabled person who has 24 hour care. He is against legislation that would allow assisted dying and told #BBCPM "there's a cultural assumption that my life is not worth living." bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0g…

I was recently featured on BBC Radio 4 (BBC Radio 4 PM Show, with Evan Davis) to discuss my opposition to Assisted Suicide/Dying Legislation. Audio Link: bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0… Audio Recording: drive.google.com/file/d/1l1MtGf… #a11y #academia #disability #inclusion #Sociology #society #support

And people are not ‘patients’ of social care. Integration is proving a hostile takeover not a merger of equals 👇

I was fortunate to be asked to take part in interview for the launch of UK Disability History Month 2023. In the interview I shared my thoughts on young disabled people’s role in social change and disability politics. Interview: youtube.com/watch?v=e3inIj… #DisabilityRights #a11y

Disappointing. Wigan Athletic refused free personal assistant ticket to attend hospitality. Expected to return to usual seat during game, which would miss part of game when moving between. Never used to be like this. Level Playing Field struggle to get club to adjust approach. #wafc

It was a pleasure to contribute to this important book. Reading through the authors (other than myself) illustrates this will be a seminal work within the literature on disability, childhood, and youth. #ally #sociology #Disability #Inclusion

On our Winter Break. Back January 2024, when Exec Editor Dr Miro Griffiths MBE will launch the IJDSJ's new "Meet the Author" interview series. #Exciting! Until then we hope for equality, justice, safety, kindness & peace for all [Video = snowy Season's Greetings, IJDSJ logo & snowman]

Nothing says to people who draw on care or support ‘you should feel grateful’ (and guilty) more than seasonal messages on here from social care leaders thanking the workforce for ‘sacrificing’ their own Christmas. It reveals a great deal, even if unconscious & well meant.

For anyone who needs this explaining: It’s not at all bigoted to say you don’t find a comedian funny. But if you find yourself regularly getting angry at a disabled comedian being on TV and/or saying things like “I just can’t understand her,” you’re probably a massive bigot.

My latest LinkedIn post reflects on my appearance on BBC Radio 4, debating assisted suicide. We must strive for a world where everyone has fulfilling and dignified life, assisted suicide is not a quick fix for systemic injustices. linkedin.com/posts/miro-gri… #SuicidePrevention

I'm retiring after 19 wonderful years at @NMCentre. If you think you might be my successor then please click here and read our information pack for applicants nmcentre.com/single-post/va…

My latest LinkedIn post reflects on my participation in the development of the University of Leeds online MSc in Disability Studies, Rights, and Inclusion. linkedin.com/posts/miro-gri… #Disability #OnlineLearning #A11y #DisabilityStudies

Today @Amy_Redhead84 successfully defended her PhD thesis: Representing Down's Syndrome in Documentary Films (shortened title). 👏🎉Bravo Dr Redhead! Well-deserved. Thrilled for you! Warm thanks to fantastic examiners Professor Dan Goodley & Dr Miro Griffiths MBE #DisabilityTwitter

It is so deeply depressing to see Labour give the right wing press these soundbites. They know no one “lives a life on benefits” if they are not severely ill and those who do are consigned to poverty. And yet they say it, making the country that little bit nastier and divided.

My latest LinkedIn post reflects on contributing to the latest report by Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman, highlighting the need for more accessible, inclusive, participatory approach to DNACPR. linkedin.com/feed/update/ur… #Disability #A11y #Policy #Health

Proud to be an academic consultant for Liz Carr's BBC1 documentary on assisted suicide. Explores the impact on disabled communities. Further thoughts on LinkedIn post: linkedin.com/feed/update/ur… #BBC1 #assistedsuicide #DisabilityRights

“I’m not interested in the revolution, I’m interested in the day after the revolution” - utterly fab keynote from Dr Miro Griffiths MBE #CDS24

My latest LinkedIn post: my top three arguments against proposals for assisted suicide legislation in UK: linkedin.com/feed/update/ur… #assistedsuicide #disabilityrights #mentalhealth #policyanalysis #UKpolitics