#accessibility is a human right and a precondition to independent living and full societal participation for persons with disabilities. On #GAAD, we join Design for All Europe in urging all actors to ensure an inclusive future through strong legislation. buff.ly/4an11JB

We support the open letter started by a group of disability activists demanding an immediate ceasefire in #Gaza . Persons with disabilities, especially Palestinians with disabilities are facing horrors. #CeasefireNow 1/2 Sign: breakingthesilenceongaza.org

Gunta Anca Marion Steff LT Disability Forum Strong side-event on Ukraine and the rapid increase in the # of people with disabilities. Our Exec Director Catherine Naughton is moderating the panel, which includes the Ukrainian government, fightforrightngo 🇺🇦, UNDP Eurasia, FCDO Inclusive, @stateDRL, and more.

I met with International Disability Alliance (IDA)’s delegation, headed by President Nawaf Kabbara, to discuss implementation of the #UNCRPD globally and the EU's work on #DisabilityRights. #EUatCOSP17 #WorldOfEquality

Workers with disabilities should have access to disability support and allowances when relocating within the European Union. At EMCO PAG meeting of European Commission EUROPEAN TRADE UNIONS stress the need to address the employment dimension of mobility under the European Disability Card.

We welcome the EU decision to present a candidate for the Committee as sign to it's commitment for disability rights. Ms Placencia-Porrero has a deep knowledge of the European reality and extensive experience in disability policies 1/2

Vice President European Disability Forum highlights EDF priorities towards the UN- inclusive accessible Global Digital Compact, Summit for the Future, inclusive UN action in humanitarian emergencies and more robust government action for inclusive employment

Historic first! Who's Inmaculada Placencia Porrero, the first member of the #CRPD Committee put forward as a candidate by the EU as a regional integration body? Who else was elected to the Committee during #COSP17? Read: edf-feph.org/historic-first…

IGLYO ILGA-Europe POLITICO And IGLYO shared with us how young advocates with disabilities are challenging stereotypes and norms surrounding disability and LGBTQI+ identities. buff.ly/45Mq4Fh #PrideMonth

Breaking: new report shows that employees with disabilities face pervasive problems: ➡️Only 1 in 4 employers have accessible recruitment ➡️Only 1 in 4 employers know about public funding for reasonable accommodation. More in report funded by Google.org: edf-feph.org/publications/d…

Happy to have had the opportunity to work on this research funded by Google.org on the inclusion of persons with disabilities in the open labour market. ▶️ Digital skills ▶️ Reasonable accommodation ▶️ Assistive technology Read the report 👇 edf-feph.org/publications/d…

While we welcome President Ursula von der Leyen commitment to a #UnionOfEquality, we are extremely concerned by the lack of mention of Disability in the political guidelines for the next 5 years. We sent the President a letter requesting urgent clarification : edf-feph.org/worrying-lack-…

Did you know that 81% of employers lack policies for assistive technology? Our latest report, funded by Google.org, covers: ➡️ The employment gap for persons with disabilities ➡️ Policies and barriers ➡️ Legal issues More in executive summary report: edf-feph.org/publications/d…

Despite existing laws, EU transport systems are still inaccessible to many passengers with disabilities: buff.ly/3Gl5i31 We need stronger legislation to prevent boarding denial, protect mobility equipment, ensure accessible info & assistance. We need an #AccessibleEU!

It is unbelievable that Equality has been downgraded from its current position as a standalone portfolio. We urgently ask members of the European Parliament to lead the charge in restoring the position of Commissioner for Equality.

A lack of accessibility awareness at work can hold back employees with disabilities. But small changes can make a big difference! In our video funded by Google.org, learn about Dirk and Antonia's stories and how to create a more inclusive workplace: youtu.be/qMlg9e42-m4

On #WorldStandardsDay, we underline the importance of standards to ensure accessibility. Clear standards are behind most accessible products and services. Read the article on our webinar with Oracle, on ICT standards and accessibility: edf-feph.org/how-standards-…

Today, the G7 launched the "Solfagnagno Charter" on disability inclusion. We welcome its adoption and the involvement of the disability movement during its drafting . However, we believe that it should have presented more concrete actions. Read: edf-feph.org/g7s-solfagnano…

Is it possible for universities to be #accessible without compromising learning outcomes? The #AccessibleEU invites you to debate this topic in the upcoming event ‘Accessibility and Higher Education’: 📅 30 October 📍 Porto, Portugal & online Read more ↓

Investigadors de la Xarxa AccessCat participen a la reunió anual de New European Media (NEM) Transmedia Catalonia Taln group accesscat.net/ca/article/inv…