Learning Disability England
@learningdiseng.bsky.social
Learning Disability England is a movement for change. Our members are people with learning disabilities, families, & organisations. We work for human rights, equality & good lives.
https://www.learningdisabilityengland.org.uk/
https://www.learningdisabilityengland.org.uk/
Member Reps met today to talk about big issues affecting members in 2026 and plans for the year ahead...
Become a member and join a network of like-minded individuals working towards Good Lives for people with learning disabilities together
www.learningdisabilityengland.org.uk/welcome/join-us/
Become a member and join a network of like-minded individuals working towards Good Lives for people with learning disabilities together
www.learningdisabilityengland.org.uk/welcome/join-us/
January 14, 2026 at 2:52 PM
Member Reps met today to talk about big issues affecting members in 2026 and plans for the year ahead...
Become a member and join a network of like-minded individuals working towards Good Lives for people with learning disabilities together
www.learningdisabilityengland.org.uk/welcome/join-us/
Become a member and join a network of like-minded individuals working towards Good Lives for people with learning disabilities together
www.learningdisabilityengland.org.uk/welcome/join-us/
Be part of improving transport services, share what matters to you & help influence change that makes travel better for people with learning disabilities.
Members of Transport for All, BILD & Learning Disability England are invited to join A Big Transport Conversation: lnkd.in/eXSq6KK9
Members of Transport for All, BILD & Learning Disability England are invited to join A Big Transport Conversation: lnkd.in/eXSq6KK9
January 7, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Be part of improving transport services, share what matters to you & help influence change that makes travel better for people with learning disabilities.
Members of Transport for All, BILD & Learning Disability England are invited to join A Big Transport Conversation: lnkd.in/eXSq6KK9
Members of Transport for All, BILD & Learning Disability England are invited to join A Big Transport Conversation: lnkd.in/eXSq6KK9
Your pharmacist can now treat you or give you medicines for some illnesses without you having to see a doctor first.
Find out more in this easy read: nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst
Find out more in this easy read: nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst
December 17, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Your pharmacist can now treat you or give you medicines for some illnesses without you having to see a doctor first.
Find out more in this easy read: nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst
Find out more in this easy read: nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst
Join Achieve together, Surrey Choices and Active Prospects for an inclusive discussion group to share your views and feedback on the Down Syndrome Act Statutory Guidance (draft). Details below...
Please let Helen know if you’re coming 👉 [email protected]
Please let Helen know if you’re coming 👉 [email protected]
December 17, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Join Achieve together, Surrey Choices and Active Prospects for an inclusive discussion group to share your views and feedback on the Down Syndrome Act Statutory Guidance (draft). Details below...
Please let Helen know if you’re coming 👉 [email protected]
Please let Helen know if you’re coming 👉 [email protected]
Top tips for managing sensory overwhelm at Christmas - new easy read resource and blog from SeeAbility 🎄
Easy read here: tinyurl.com/2wjneemw
Blog with tips for people and supporters: tinyurl.com/5vkm78c6
Easy read here: tinyurl.com/2wjneemw
Blog with tips for people and supporters: tinyurl.com/5vkm78c6
December 16, 2025 at 9:41 AM
Top tips for managing sensory overwhelm at Christmas - new easy read resource and blog from SeeAbility 🎄
Easy read here: tinyurl.com/2wjneemw
Blog with tips for people and supporters: tinyurl.com/5vkm78c6
Easy read here: tinyurl.com/2wjneemw
Blog with tips for people and supporters: tinyurl.com/5vkm78c6
School can shape us in many ways. Some memories make us smile, and some harder to talk about. This free members webinar creates a safe space for people with learning disabilities to share their stories and reflect on what good support should look like.
Book here: tinyurl.com/rh9wu242
Book here: tinyurl.com/rh9wu242
December 3, 2025 at 11:25 AM
School can shape us in many ways. Some memories make us smile, and some harder to talk about. This free members webinar creates a safe space for people with learning disabilities to share their stories and reflect on what good support should look like.
Book here: tinyurl.com/rh9wu242
Book here: tinyurl.com/rh9wu242
Draft guidance published under the Down Syndrome Act 2022 and open for consultation.
Learning Disability England urges members, supporters, families and allies to read the draft and have your say.
Join a discussion meeting with members on the 11 December.
Full announcement: tinyurl.com/brwweepa
Learning Disability England urges members, supporters, families and allies to read the draft and have your say.
Join a discussion meeting with members on the 11 December.
Full announcement: tinyurl.com/brwweepa
December 1, 2025 at 10:26 AM
Draft guidance published under the Down Syndrome Act 2022 and open for consultation.
Learning Disability England urges members, supporters, families and allies to read the draft and have your say.
Join a discussion meeting with members on the 11 December.
Full announcement: tinyurl.com/brwweepa
Learning Disability England urges members, supporters, families and allies to read the draft and have your say.
Join a discussion meeting with members on the 11 December.
Full announcement: tinyurl.com/brwweepa
This Thursday: learn how to put people with lived experience at the centre of campaigns and decisions.
Scott Watkin BEM and SeeAbility’s ListenUp! team will share stories, their co-production model, and practical tips.
Sign up: tinyurl.com/42b39xxa
Scott Watkin BEM and SeeAbility’s ListenUp! team will share stories, their co-production model, and practical tips.
Sign up: tinyurl.com/42b39xxa
December 1, 2025 at 9:37 AM
This Thursday: learn how to put people with lived experience at the centre of campaigns and decisions.
Scott Watkin BEM and SeeAbility’s ListenUp! team will share stories, their co-production model, and practical tips.
Sign up: tinyurl.com/42b39xxa
Scott Watkin BEM and SeeAbility’s ListenUp! team will share stories, their co-production model, and practical tips.
Sign up: tinyurl.com/42b39xxa
The British Institute of Human Rights has released a new Zine marking 75 years of the European Convention on Human Rights and 25 years of the Human Rights Act.
tinyurl.com/y382pbst
tinyurl.com/y382pbst
November 19, 2025 at 3:56 PM
The British Institute of Human Rights has released a new Zine marking 75 years of the European Convention on Human Rights and 25 years of the Human Rights Act.
tinyurl.com/y382pbst
tinyurl.com/y382pbst
Join Campaign 4 Change this Thursday for a clear, accessible session on staying safe online, spotting harmful or misleading information, and understanding the risks of exploitation.
Open to Learning Disability England members, with carers and supporters welcome.
tinyurl.com/53rz9tew
Open to Learning Disability England members, with carers and supporters welcome.
tinyurl.com/53rz9tew
November 17, 2025 at 9:41 AM
Join Campaign 4 Change this Thursday for a clear, accessible session on staying safe online, spotting harmful or misleading information, and understanding the risks of exploitation.
Open to Learning Disability England members, with carers and supporters welcome.
tinyurl.com/53rz9tew
Open to Learning Disability England members, with carers and supporters welcome.
tinyurl.com/53rz9tew
A new law means that once you report dangerous damp and mould, landlords must now investigate within 10 working days and then make it safe within 5 working days.
To find out more about what the new law covers, visit: gov.uk/socialhousing-law
To find out more about what the new law covers, visit: gov.uk/socialhousing-law
November 6, 2025 at 9:51 AM
A new law means that once you report dangerous damp and mould, landlords must now investigate within 10 working days and then make it safe within 5 working days.
To find out more about what the new law covers, visit: gov.uk/socialhousing-law
To find out more about what the new law covers, visit: gov.uk/socialhousing-law
Do you use a phone, laptop, or tablet? Researchers from the Digital Lifeline Project want to hear from adults with a learning disability about how they use digital technology - you could also win up to £100 in a prize draw!
tinyurl.com/3w6anftd
tinyurl.com/3w6anftd
November 5, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Do you use a phone, laptop, or tablet? Researchers from the Digital Lifeline Project want to hear from adults with a learning disability about how they use digital technology - you could also win up to £100 in a prize draw!
tinyurl.com/3w6anftd
tinyurl.com/3w6anftd
The new Skills for Care report shows progress — but big challenges remain.
Some social care providers face staff turnover of 42% and high vacancy rates.
Good Lives reminds us: consistent, trusted support is essential.
Read more 👉 tinyurl.com/yc3892mc
Some social care providers face staff turnover of 42% and high vacancy rates.
Good Lives reminds us: consistent, trusted support is essential.
Read more 👉 tinyurl.com/yc3892mc
October 22, 2025 at 11:02 AM
The new Skills for Care report shows progress — but big challenges remain.
Some social care providers face staff turnover of 42% and high vacancy rates.
Good Lives reminds us: consistent, trusted support is essential.
Read more 👉 tinyurl.com/yc3892mc
Some social care providers face staff turnover of 42% and high vacancy rates.
Good Lives reminds us: consistent, trusted support is essential.
Read more 👉 tinyurl.com/yc3892mc
Do you know how to stay safe online?
Campaign 4 Change are leading a free members’ webinar about how to spot harmful content, avoid being misled or exploited, and stay safe on social media.
For people with learning disabilities, carers, supporters and professionals!
tinyurl.com/mr2adbad
Campaign 4 Change are leading a free members’ webinar about how to spot harmful content, avoid being misled or exploited, and stay safe on social media.
For people with learning disabilities, carers, supporters and professionals!
tinyurl.com/mr2adbad
October 14, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Do you know how to stay safe online?
Campaign 4 Change are leading a free members’ webinar about how to spot harmful content, avoid being misled or exploited, and stay safe on social media.
For people with learning disabilities, carers, supporters and professionals!
tinyurl.com/mr2adbad
Campaign 4 Change are leading a free members’ webinar about how to spot harmful content, avoid being misled or exploited, and stay safe on social media.
For people with learning disabilities, carers, supporters and professionals!
tinyurl.com/mr2adbad
“I’m proud to be Black and proud to have a learning disability.”
This #BlackHistoryMonth, the theme is Standing Firm in Power and Pride.
Aisha Edwards shares why representation matters, the barriers she’s overcome, and what Black History Month means to her.
👉 Read her story: tinyurl.com/mt9z34xj
This #BlackHistoryMonth, the theme is Standing Firm in Power and Pride.
Aisha Edwards shares why representation matters, the barriers she’s overcome, and what Black History Month means to her.
👉 Read her story: tinyurl.com/mt9z34xj
October 9, 2025 at 8:55 AM
“I’m proud to be Black and proud to have a learning disability.”
This #BlackHistoryMonth, the theme is Standing Firm in Power and Pride.
Aisha Edwards shares why representation matters, the barriers she’s overcome, and what Black History Month means to her.
👉 Read her story: tinyurl.com/mt9z34xj
This #BlackHistoryMonth, the theme is Standing Firm in Power and Pride.
Aisha Edwards shares why representation matters, the barriers she’s overcome, and what Black History Month means to her.
👉 Read her story: tinyurl.com/mt9z34xj
Tickets are now available for Being Seen, Being Heardthe Learning Disability England annual conferences!
Two events in March 2026 – in-person and online – bringing together members and allies working towards Good Lives.
Find out more and book tickets here: tinyurl.com/mvrzyuzf
Two events in March 2026 – in-person and online – bringing together members and allies working towards Good Lives.
Find out more and book tickets here: tinyurl.com/mvrzyuzf
October 8, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Tickets are now available for Being Seen, Being Heardthe Learning Disability England annual conferences!
Two events in March 2026 – in-person and online – bringing together members and allies working towards Good Lives.
Find out more and book tickets here: tinyurl.com/mvrzyuzf
Two events in March 2026 – in-person and online – bringing together members and allies working towards Good Lives.
Find out more and book tickets here: tinyurl.com/mvrzyuzf
Including people with lived experience in leadership makes organisations stronger.
Join a webinar to hear about Aldingbourne Trust’s research and learn how to include people with learning disabilities and autism in leadership.
Sign up: tinyurl.com/4erkj8v4
Join a webinar to hear about Aldingbourne Trust’s research and learn how to include people with learning disabilities and autism in leadership.
Sign up: tinyurl.com/4erkj8v4
October 1, 2025 at 10:16 AM
Including people with lived experience in leadership makes organisations stronger.
Join a webinar to hear about Aldingbourne Trust’s research and learn how to include people with learning disabilities and autism in leadership.
Sign up: tinyurl.com/4erkj8v4
Join a webinar to hear about Aldingbourne Trust’s research and learn how to include people with learning disabilities and autism in leadership.
Sign up: tinyurl.com/4erkj8v4
Join a free accessible online session with Community Integrated Care and Rugby League legend Jamie Jones-Buchanan at www.What-To-Do.co.uk
There will be rugby league-inspired activities, hearing about his Grand Final experiences, and finding out how to get involved in the sport.
There will be rugby league-inspired activities, hearing about his Grand Final experiences, and finding out how to get involved in the sport.
October 1, 2025 at 10:07 AM
Join a free accessible online session with Community Integrated Care and Rugby League legend Jamie Jones-Buchanan at www.What-To-Do.co.uk
There will be rugby league-inspired activities, hearing about his Grand Final experiences, and finding out how to get involved in the sport.
There will be rugby league-inspired activities, hearing about his Grand Final experiences, and finding out how to get involved in the sport.
New report out: The National Cancer Patient Experience Survey 2024 shares what people said about their cancer care — the good and what could be better.
Read it here: www.ncpes.co.uk/latest-national-results/
Easy Read version available too.
Read it here: www.ncpes.co.uk/latest-national-results/
Easy Read version available too.
September 23, 2025 at 9:56 AM
New report out: The National Cancer Patient Experience Survey 2024 shares what people said about their cancer care — the good and what could be better.
Read it here: www.ncpes.co.uk/latest-national-results/
Easy Read version available too.
Read it here: www.ncpes.co.uk/latest-national-results/
Easy Read version available too.
Want to hear how people with learning disabilities are leading the fight on climate change?
Join a webinar with Future Directions CIC about the award-winning Green Superheroes campaign - making change through training, re-use, arts & crafts, & community litter picks.
Sign up: tinyurl.com/rpm2yyzn
Join a webinar with Future Directions CIC about the award-winning Green Superheroes campaign - making change through training, re-use, arts & crafts, & community litter picks.
Sign up: tinyurl.com/rpm2yyzn
September 22, 2025 at 9:24 AM
Want to hear how people with learning disabilities are leading the fight on climate change?
Join a webinar with Future Directions CIC about the award-winning Green Superheroes campaign - making change through training, re-use, arts & crafts, & community litter picks.
Sign up: tinyurl.com/rpm2yyzn
Join a webinar with Future Directions CIC about the award-winning Green Superheroes campaign - making change through training, re-use, arts & crafts, & community litter picks.
Sign up: tinyurl.com/rpm2yyzn
Kate recently took part in the Transplant Games and shares how it gave her confidence, a sense of belonging, and the chance to show that nothing gets in her way.
👉 tinyurl.com/364f9bpm
👉 tinyurl.com/364f9bpm
September 10, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Kate recently took part in the Transplant Games and shares how it gave her confidence, a sense of belonging, and the chance to show that nothing gets in her way.
👉 tinyurl.com/364f9bpm
👉 tinyurl.com/364f9bpm
In-person LGBTQ+ Social Group in Manchester United Pride Friends...
September 9, 2025 at 12:06 PM
In-person LGBTQ+ Social Group in Manchester United Pride Friends...
Involving Everyone
An online session celebrating a project for people with profound & multiple learning disabilities and their families.
Hear what’s been achieved, share learning & connect.
Free for all Learning Disability England members.
tinyurl.com/4p4c76pe
An online session celebrating a project for people with profound & multiple learning disabilities and their families.
Hear what’s been achieved, share learning & connect.
Free for all Learning Disability England members.
tinyurl.com/4p4c76pe
September 8, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Involving Everyone
An online session celebrating a project for people with profound & multiple learning disabilities and their families.
Hear what’s been achieved, share learning & connect.
Free for all Learning Disability England members.
tinyurl.com/4p4c76pe
An online session celebrating a project for people with profound & multiple learning disabilities and their families.
Hear what’s been achieved, share learning & connect.
Free for all Learning Disability England members.
tinyurl.com/4p4c76pe
Love singing? Tomorrow evening Community Integrated Care is hosting a free, accessible session with a professional opera singer. Hear beautiful songs + try fun warm-ups.
👉 Sign up: www.What-To-Do.co.uk
👉 Sign up: www.What-To-Do.co.uk
September 2, 2025 at 8:51 AM
Love singing? Tomorrow evening Community Integrated Care is hosting a free, accessible session with a professional opera singer. Hear beautiful songs + try fun warm-ups.
👉 Sign up: www.What-To-Do.co.uk
👉 Sign up: www.What-To-Do.co.uk
People with profound and multiple learning disabilities and their families deserve to be included and celebrated.
Join an upcoming webinar with @inclusionnorthcic.bsky.social to hear stories, research and practical ideas from the Involving Everyone project.
Info and sign-up: tinyurl.com/4p4c76pe
Join an upcoming webinar with @inclusionnorthcic.bsky.social to hear stories, research and practical ideas from the Involving Everyone project.
Info and sign-up: tinyurl.com/4p4c76pe
September 1, 2025 at 9:50 AM
People with profound and multiple learning disabilities and their families deserve to be included and celebrated.
Join an upcoming webinar with @inclusionnorthcic.bsky.social to hear stories, research and practical ideas from the Involving Everyone project.
Info and sign-up: tinyurl.com/4p4c76pe
Join an upcoming webinar with @inclusionnorthcic.bsky.social to hear stories, research and practical ideas from the Involving Everyone project.
Info and sign-up: tinyurl.com/4p4c76pe