European Disability Forum
@myedf.bsky.social
The European Disability Forum defends the interests of 100 million persons with disabilities in Europe. #DisabilityRights
Today we are at the Accessible Tourism for All conference in Brussels!
With #CESpaces4All project partners and contributions from the @ec.europa.eu, disability rights organisations, and tourism networks, we will explore:
- Good inclusive practices and tools
- Advocating for #AccessibleTourism
With #CESpaces4All project partners and contributions from the @ec.europa.eu, disability rights organisations, and tourism networks, we will explore:
- Good inclusive practices and tools
- Advocating for #AccessibleTourism
November 27, 2025 at 9:08 AM
Today we are at the Accessible Tourism for All conference in Brussels!
With #CESpaces4All project partners and contributions from the @ec.europa.eu, disability rights organisations, and tourism networks, we will explore:
- Good inclusive practices and tools
- Advocating for #AccessibleTourism
With #CESpaces4All project partners and contributions from the @ec.europa.eu, disability rights organisations, and tourism networks, we will explore:
- Good inclusive practices and tools
- Advocating for #AccessibleTourism
Nearly 7 in 10 people with disabilities face discrimination when flying.
Our new Human Rights Report released today exposes airlines and systems that still treat passengers with disabilities as an afterthought.
It is time for the EU to take action!
www.edf-feph.org/air-travel-r...
Our new Human Rights Report released today exposes airlines and systems that still treat passengers with disabilities as an afterthought.
It is time for the EU to take action!
www.edf-feph.org/air-travel-r...
Air travel: report exposes multiple barriers for passengers with disabilities
Nearly 7 in 10 people with disabilities consider that they are discriminated against when flying. These are the stark findings of our 9th Human Rights Report: “Rights Delayed: Air Travel for…
www.edf-feph.org
November 26, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Nearly 7 in 10 people with disabilities face discrimination when flying.
Our new Human Rights Report released today exposes airlines and systems that still treat passengers with disabilities as an afterthought.
It is time for the EU to take action!
www.edf-feph.org/air-travel-r...
Our new Human Rights Report released today exposes airlines and systems that still treat passengers with disabilities as an afterthought.
It is time for the EU to take action!
www.edf-feph.org/air-travel-r...
On #VAW Day we call on the EU to protect women and girls with disabilities!
The EU must act now to ban forced sterilisation, ensure accessible services, collect disability-disaggregated data and fully implement the Istanbul Convention and CRPD
The EU must act now to ban forced sterilisation, ensure accessible services, collect disability-disaggregated data and fully implement the Istanbul Convention and CRPD
25 November – EU must combat violence against women and girls with disabilities
Today, on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we call on the European Union and EU countries to take strong action to protect the rights, safety, and dignity of women and…
www.edf-feph.org
November 25, 2025 at 10:00 AM
On #VAW Day we call on the EU to protect women and girls with disabilities!
The EU must act now to ban forced sterilisation, ensure accessible services, collect disability-disaggregated data and fully implement the Istanbul Convention and CRPD
The EU must act now to ban forced sterilisation, ensure accessible services, collect disability-disaggregated data and fully implement the Istanbul Convention and CRPD
The @europarl.europa.eu Disability Rights Week is back! From 1 to 5 December, policymakers and civil society meet to keep #DisabilityRights high on the EU agenda.
We will speak at several events to discuss housing, legal capacity, accessibility and more.
More info: www.edf-feph.org/european-par...
We will speak at several events to discuss housing, legal capacity, accessibility and more.
More info: www.edf-feph.org/european-par...
European Parliament Disability Rights Week: back for its third edition!
From 1 to 5 December 2025, the European Parliament will host its Third Disability Rights Week. This high-level week brings disability issues into focus. Parliamentarians join other policymakers and…
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November 20, 2025 at 10:01 AM
The @europarl.europa.eu Disability Rights Week is back! From 1 to 5 December, policymakers and civil society meet to keep #DisabilityRights high on the EU agenda.
We will speak at several events to discuss housing, legal capacity, accessibility and more.
More info: www.edf-feph.org/european-par...
We will speak at several events to discuss housing, legal capacity, accessibility and more.
More info: www.edf-feph.org/european-par...
Heatwaves in Andalucia.
Floods in Belgium.
Climate change is life threatening to persons with disabilities.
Our new briefing reveals the human cost of inaccessible responses, and how climate legislations can be inclusive.
Read 'Disaster by Design': www.edf-feph.org/publications...
Floods in Belgium.
Climate change is life threatening to persons with disabilities.
Our new briefing reveals the human cost of inaccessible responses, and how climate legislations can be inclusive.
Read 'Disaster by Design': www.edf-feph.org/publications...
November 17, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Heatwaves in Andalucia.
Floods in Belgium.
Climate change is life threatening to persons with disabilities.
Our new briefing reveals the human cost of inaccessible responses, and how climate legislations can be inclusive.
Read 'Disaster by Design': www.edf-feph.org/publications...
Floods in Belgium.
Climate change is life threatening to persons with disabilities.
Our new briefing reveals the human cost of inaccessible responses, and how climate legislations can be inclusive.
Read 'Disaster by Design': www.edf-feph.org/publications...
People with disabilities and their organisations are still largely shut off from the climate conversation.
Ahead of #COP30, we explored how climate organisations and disability advocates can work together.
Read at @euobserver.com:
euobserver.com/health-and-s...
Ahead of #COP30, we explored how climate organisations and disability advocates can work together.
Read at @euobserver.com:
euobserver.com/health-and-s...
Why climate solutions need to be disability friendly
It is undeniable that policymakers are responsible for involving persons with disabilities in solutions to address climate change. However, the climate and disability movements must present a united f...
euobserver.com
November 10, 2025 at 8:47 AM
People with disabilities and their organisations are still largely shut off from the climate conversation.
Ahead of #COP30, we explored how climate organisations and disability advocates can work together.
Read at @euobserver.com:
euobserver.com/health-and-s...
Ahead of #COP30, we explored how climate organisations and disability advocates can work together.
Read at @euobserver.com:
euobserver.com/health-and-s...
The #EPDisability Intergroup newsletter is out!
➡️ Update on Intergroup meetings and Members' work on #DisabilityRights
➡️ Interview with MEP @aliciahoms on the EU housing crisis: www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi...
Read: mailchi.mp/edf-feph.org...
Subscribe: edf-feph.us9.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...
➡️ Update on Intergroup meetings and Members' work on #DisabilityRights
➡️ Interview with MEP @aliciahoms on the EU housing crisis: www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi...
Read: mailchi.mp/edf-feph.org...
Subscribe: edf-feph.us9.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...
November 4, 2025 at 7:00 AM
The #EPDisability Intergroup newsletter is out!
➡️ Update on Intergroup meetings and Members' work on #DisabilityRights
➡️ Interview with MEP @aliciahoms on the EU housing crisis: www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi...
Read: mailchi.mp/edf-feph.org...
Subscribe: edf-feph.us9.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...
➡️ Update on Intergroup meetings and Members' work on #DisabilityRights
➡️ Interview with MEP @aliciahoms on the EU housing crisis: www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi...
Read: mailchi.mp/edf-feph.org...
Subscribe: edf-feph.us9.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...
Join policymakers, experts and advocates in discussing solutions at our #Accessible Tourism Conference.
Join us on 27 November, in-person in Brussels: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
Join us on 27 November, in-person in Brussels: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
October 31, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Join policymakers, experts and advocates in discussing solutions at our #Accessible Tourism Conference.
Join us on 27 November, in-person in Brussels: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
Join us on 27 November, in-person in Brussels: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
"EU member states have clearly tried to let themselves off the hooks" on Independent Living
Thank you @euronews.com ' reporters @martairaola.bsky.social and @pausoler98.bsky.social for featuring our take in news story on Council Conclusions:
www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
Thank you @euronews.com ' reporters @martairaola.bsky.social and @pausoler98.bsky.social for featuring our take in news story on Council Conclusions:
www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
October 29, 2025 at 10:01 AM
"EU member states have clearly tried to let themselves off the hooks" on Independent Living
Thank you @euronews.com ' reporters @martairaola.bsky.social and @pausoler98.bsky.social for featuring our take in news story on Council Conclusions:
www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
Thank you @euronews.com ' reporters @martairaola.bsky.social and @pausoler98.bsky.social for featuring our take in news story on Council Conclusions:
www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
Today, we launched an updated version of our toolkit on the #ArtificialIntelligence Act.
It explores how new guidelines can support disability rights:
- Prohibited #AI
- Definition of AI systems
- AI Code of Practice
Explore the toolkit: www.edf-feph.org/publications...
It explores how new guidelines can support disability rights:
- Prohibited #AI
- Definition of AI systems
- AI Code of Practice
Explore the toolkit: www.edf-feph.org/publications...
October 28, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Today, we launched an updated version of our toolkit on the #ArtificialIntelligence Act.
It explores how new guidelines can support disability rights:
- Prohibited #AI
- Definition of AI systems
- AI Code of Practice
Explore the toolkit: www.edf-feph.org/publications...
It explores how new guidelines can support disability rights:
- Prohibited #AI
- Definition of AI systems
- AI Code of Practice
Explore the toolkit: www.edf-feph.org/publications...
Our Board Member Kristijan Grđan addressed @coe.int during the launch of the Recommendation on Equal Rights for Intersex Persons!
He stated that our movements share the fight to end non-consensual medical interventions.
Withdrawal of additional protocol for Oviedo Convention must follow!
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He stated that our movements share the fight to end non-consensual medical interventions.
Withdrawal of additional protocol for Oviedo Convention must follow!
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October 28, 2025 at 7:57 AM
Our Board Member Kristijan Grđan addressed @coe.int during the launch of the Recommendation on Equal Rights for Intersex Persons!
He stated that our movements share the fight to end non-consensual medical interventions.
Withdrawal of additional protocol for Oviedo Convention must follow!
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He stated that our movements share the fight to end non-consensual medical interventions.
Withdrawal of additional protocol for Oviedo Convention must follow!
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Reposted by European Disability Forum
Happy to share some thoughts with the @myedf.bsky.social!
🏠 We discussed how prioritising accessible, affordable and inclusive #housing can empower people with #disabilities across #Europe.
🔎📰 www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi...
@socialistsanddemocrats.eu
🏠 We discussed how prioritising accessible, affordable and inclusive #housing can empower people with #disabilities across #Europe.
🔎📰 www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi...
@socialistsanddemocrats.eu
Interview with MEP Alícia HOMS: “By prioritising accessible, affordable, and inclusive housing, the EU can empower persons with disabilities” - European Disability Forum
Interview with MEP Alícia HOMS, member of the Disability Intergroup: EU housing crisis, next EU budget and disability rights priorities.
www.edf-feph.org
October 22, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Happy to share some thoughts with the @myedf.bsky.social!
🏠 We discussed how prioritising accessible, affordable and inclusive #housing can empower people with #disabilities across #Europe.
🔎📰 www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi...
@socialistsanddemocrats.eu
🏠 We discussed how prioritising accessible, affordable and inclusive #housing can empower people with #disabilities across #Europe.
🔎📰 www.edf-feph.org/interview-wi...
@socialistsanddemocrats.eu
Good news: the European Commission marks its commitment to enhance the #DisabilityRights Strategy in 2026.
This commitment is inscribed in its 2026 workplan. We now need concrete actions and the funding to go with them!
Our reaction: www.edf-feph.org/commission-c...
This commitment is inscribed in its 2026 workplan. We now need concrete actions and the funding to go with them!
Our reaction: www.edf-feph.org/commission-c...
October 22, 2025 at 10:21 AM
Good news: the European Commission marks its commitment to enhance the #DisabilityRights Strategy in 2026.
This commitment is inscribed in its 2026 workplan. We now need concrete actions and the funding to go with them!
Our reaction: www.edf-feph.org/commission-c...
This commitment is inscribed in its 2026 workplan. We now need concrete actions and the funding to go with them!
Our reaction: www.edf-feph.org/commission-c...
The @consilium.europa.eu adopted Conclusions on independent living for persons with disabilities.
The Conclusions present a clear diagnosis of the problems but avoid solutions.
It is clear: EU funds must be earmarked and conditional to best practices.
Read: www.edf-feph.org/eu-council-c...
The Conclusions present a clear diagnosis of the problems but avoid solutions.
It is clear: EU funds must be earmarked and conditional to best practices.
Read: www.edf-feph.org/eu-council-c...
October 20, 2025 at 10:21 AM
The @consilium.europa.eu adopted Conclusions on independent living for persons with disabilities.
The Conclusions present a clear diagnosis of the problems but avoid solutions.
It is clear: EU funds must be earmarked and conditional to best practices.
Read: www.edf-feph.org/eu-council-c...
The Conclusions present a clear diagnosis of the problems but avoid solutions.
It is clear: EU funds must be earmarked and conditional to best practices.
Read: www.edf-feph.org/eu-council-c...
Today is #EndPoverty Day.
As the EU drafts its first Anti-Poverty Strategy, we are worried: 29% of the disability community is at risk of poverty, and the situation has worsened over the past decade.
We need targeted actions to address the unique challenges we face:
www.edf-feph.org/the-eus-figh...
As the EU drafts its first Anti-Poverty Strategy, we are worried: 29% of the disability community is at risk of poverty, and the situation has worsened over the past decade.
We need targeted actions to address the unique challenges we face:
www.edf-feph.org/the-eus-figh...
October 17, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Today is #EndPoverty Day.
As the EU drafts its first Anti-Poverty Strategy, we are worried: 29% of the disability community is at risk of poverty, and the situation has worsened over the past decade.
We need targeted actions to address the unique challenges we face:
www.edf-feph.org/the-eus-figh...
As the EU drafts its first Anti-Poverty Strategy, we are worried: 29% of the disability community is at risk of poverty, and the situation has worsened over the past decade.
We need targeted actions to address the unique challenges we face:
www.edf-feph.org/the-eus-figh...
We join the call to the European Union and African Union leaders to put education at the heart of their partnership.
Our open letter urges leaders to prioritise inclusive, quality education for all.
Read more: www.edf-feph.org/publications...
@eudiplomacy.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu
Our open letter urges leaders to prioritise inclusive, quality education for all.
Read more: www.edf-feph.org/publications...
@eudiplomacy.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu
Education at the Heart of the AU-EU Partnership - European Disability Forum
As leaders of the African Union (AU) and the European Union (EU) prepare for their next Summit, we—a group of African and European civil society organisations dedicated to advancing inclusive and qual...
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October 16, 2025 at 8:41 AM
We join the call to the European Union and African Union leaders to put education at the heart of their partnership.
Our open letter urges leaders to prioritise inclusive, quality education for all.
Read more: www.edf-feph.org/publications...
@eudiplomacy.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu
Our open letter urges leaders to prioritise inclusive, quality education for all.
Read more: www.edf-feph.org/publications...
@eudiplomacy.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu
Reposted by European Disability Forum
As leaders prepare for the next AU-EU summit, we are calling for inclusive, quality education 📢
@ec.europa.eu
@myedf.bsky.social
➡️ https://www.edf-feph.org/publications/education-at-the-heart-of-the-au-eu-partnership/
@ec.europa.eu
@myedf.bsky.social
➡️ https://www.edf-feph.org/publications/education-at-the-heart-of-the-au-eu-partnership/
October 16, 2025 at 8:00 AM
As leaders prepare for the next AU-EU summit, we are calling for inclusive, quality education 📢
@ec.europa.eu
@myedf.bsky.social
➡️ https://www.edf-feph.org/publications/education-at-the-heart-of-the-au-eu-partnership/
@ec.europa.eu
@myedf.bsky.social
➡️ https://www.edf-feph.org/publications/education-at-the-heart-of-the-au-eu-partnership/
Did you know that #DisasterRiskReduction strategies often exclude persons with disabilities?
@undrr.bsky.social 2023 survey says:
1️⃣84% have no personal preparedness plan
2️⃣74% will have difficulties in immediate evacuation
3️⃣56% have no accessible information
Survey: www.undrr.org/report/2023-...
@undrr.bsky.social 2023 survey says:
1️⃣84% have no personal preparedness plan
2️⃣74% will have difficulties in immediate evacuation
3️⃣56% have no accessible information
Survey: www.undrr.org/report/2023-...
October 13, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Did you know that #DisasterRiskReduction strategies often exclude persons with disabilities?
@undrr.bsky.social 2023 survey says:
1️⃣84% have no personal preparedness plan
2️⃣74% will have difficulties in immediate evacuation
3️⃣56% have no accessible information
Survey: www.undrr.org/report/2023-...
@undrr.bsky.social 2023 survey says:
1️⃣84% have no personal preparedness plan
2️⃣74% will have difficulties in immediate evacuation
3️⃣56% have no accessible information
Survey: www.undrr.org/report/2023-...
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-...
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-...
EU Artificial Intelligence Act webinar: Updated toolkit launch
Following our webinar on 15 October 2024, we are continuing the conversation on the EU Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act and its impact on persons with disabilities. In this new session, the European…
www.edf-feph.org
October 8, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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-...
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-...
Reposted by European Disability Forum
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
@enil-eu.bsky.social @myedf.bsky.social @euclimateaction.bsky.social
📢 Last chance! Registration for in-person attendance at our big climate event (30 Sept, Brussels + online) closes tonight at 23:59.
✨ Hear from EU policymakers, business leaders, financial institutions, & changemakers shaping the transition.
🔗 climate.ec.europa.eu/citizens-sta...
✨ Hear from EU policymakers, business leaders, financial institutions, & changemakers shaping the transition.
🔗 climate.ec.europa.eu/citizens-sta...
September 30, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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
@enil-eu.bsky.social @myedf.bsky.social @euclimateaction.bsky.social
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
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
October 6, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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
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
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
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
October 1, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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
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
September 29, 2025 at 10:21 AM
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...
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...
September 26, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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...
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...
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-...
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-...
September 25, 2025 at 10:21 AM
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-...
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-...