Vacancy for disabled jobseekers
You'd love to get some real experience of HR in the media industry. To explore where a career in our industry could take you.
Further information: Vacancy for disabled jobseekers
Date added: 18/08/2010

The Liberty Festival 2010
The Liberty Festival is an annual event at Trafalgar Square, celebrating the contribution of deaf and disabled people to London's culture.
Event date: 4 September 2010
Further information: The Liberty Festival 2010

Community Care Snaphot
Story of the Week Service users, personal budgets and Amsterdam
Further information: Community Care Snaphot
Date added: 11/08/2010

Community Care Snapshot
Health regulator: social workers have nothing to fear
Further information: Community Care Snapshot
Date added: 05/08/2010

CoolTan Arts and Creekside artists at the Fringe - Poetry & Spoken Word Night
Poetry & Spoken Word Night + Open Mic Night Wednesday 25 August 2010, 7.30pm – 9.30 CoolTan Arts partners with Creekside artists to cohost a free evening of poetry & Spoken Word, with CoolTan poets presenting their work, short films and Open Mic as pa
Event date: 26 August 2010
Further information: CoolTan Arts and Creekside artists at the Fringe - Poetry & Spoken Word Night
From: CoolTan Arts

CoolTan Arts Largactyl Shuffle: Family Treasure Hunt/Quiz - 21 August 2010
Join CoolTan Arts on this fun filled family day out with treasure hunt and interactive quiz. Discover local history, famous & infamous inhabitants of Southwark, and uncover the history of mental health in the borough. All welcome, bring your children, fam
Event date: 22 August 2010
Further information: CoolTan Arts Largactyl Shuffle: Family Treasure Hunt/Quiz - 21 August 2010
From: CoolTan Arts

Independent Chair for BME Mental Health Service User Network
The Afiya Trust is recruiting for an independent Chair for our BME Mental Health Service User Network (Catch-a-fiya). The details are as follows:
Further information: Independent Chair for BME Mental Health Service User Network
Date added: 27/07/2010

ENIL General Assembly, Strasbourg, 20 September 2010
Further information: ENIL General Assembly, Strasbourg, 20 September 2010
From: European Network on Independent Living ( ENIL)
Date added: 16/07/2010

In-House Prejudice?
request for research info.
Further information: In-House Prejudice?
From: PP Eyes and PPlog
Date added: 12/07/2010

Arts2Go Workshops run by CoolTan Arts in partnership with Two2Go
CoolTan Arts is building up to the London 2012 Olympics by running free Arts and crafts workshops for people of all ages.
Event date: 24 July 2010
Further information: Arts2Go Workshops run by CoolTan Arts in partnership with Two2Go
From: CoolTan Arts

Supporting sustainable careers – what disabled people need to succeed in employment.
The paper is based on new research for which we talked with disability leaders, trade unionists, academics, service providers, disabled people and others.
Event date: 22 July 2010
Further information: Supporting sustainable careers – what disabled people need to succeed in employment.
From: RADAR (The Royal Association For Disability And Rehabilitation)

Snapshot-Community Care e bulletin
Further information: Snapshot-Community Care e bulletin
Date added: 06/07/2010

For the latest News and Events from Cool Tan Arts
CoolTan Arts is building up to the London 2012 Olympics by running free Arts and crafts workshops for people of all ages.
Further information: For the latest News and Events from Cool Tan Arts
From: CoolTan Arts
Date added: 06/07/2010

Community Care Snapshot
“Council social workers can't practice ethically”
Further information: Community Care Snapshot
Date added: 30/06/2010

England's World Cup: A team's defeat through the market's victory
The media response to England footballers coming home was grimly predictable. We've had all the obvious words: terrible, disaster and worst ever. Now we can expect unending post mortems into the team and the manager.
Further information: England's World Cup: A team's defeat through the market's victory
Date added: 30/06/2010

ODInsight
Welcome to the first issue of ODInsight after the election.
Further information: ODInsight
Date added: 30/06/2010

Recovery and Resilience: Tell Us Your Stories
Recovery and Resilience: Tell Us Your Stories - Are you an African, African-Caribbean or South Asian woman living in London? Do you have direct experience of recovering from mental distress and of using mental health services?
Further information: Recovery and Resilience: Tell Us Your Stories
From: Catchafiya
Date added: 29/06/2010

CEO - DISABILITYCROYDON
Chief Executive £33-35,000 (subject to experience) DisabilityCroydon is a leading user-led charity offering professional advocacy, information & advice, and support for all disabled people in Croydon on all issues which affect their lives.
Further information: CEO - DISABILITYCROYDON
From: Disability Croydon
Date added: 24/06/2010

Brent CHIEF launch Manifesto
July 6th 2010 2.30-5.30 Willesden Centre for Health and Care, Robson AVenue, NW10 3SG Brent's Campaign for Housing, Independence, equality and Freedom launch its manifesto seeking change in housing provision for disabled people in Brent.
Further information: Brent CHIEF launch Manifesto
From: Brent Advocacy Concerns
Date added: 21/06/2010

Equality and Diversity Forum
Further information: Equality and Diversity Forum
Date added: 16/06/2010

Your Voice Counts for people with learning difficulties
Further information: Your Voice Counts for people with learning difficulties
From: Your Voice Counts
Date added: 16/06/2010

Spring 2010 Newsletter
Further information: Spring 2010 Newsletter
From: WSAD West Sussex Association for Disabled People
Date added: 16/06/2010

Community Care Snapshot
Home Office minister risks coalition rift over Baby P inquiry....
Further information: Community Care Snapshot
Date added: 16/06/2010

Are you living with a neurological condition?
Would you like to help develop local services? Come and hear how you can……
Event date: 6 July 2010
Further information: Are you living with a neurological condition?

Transition Information Network
The Equality Act will replace the Disability Discrimination Act as the principle form of legislation ensuring disabled people have a right to fully participate in all aspects of society and be protected from discrimination.
Event date: 5 July 2010
Further information: Transition Information Network

You're Welcome
As part of the VSS programme's policy work we are trying to increase the voluntary sector's involvement in the Department of Health's You're Welcome initiative.
Further information: You're Welcome
Date added: 09/06/2010

Disability Wales Independent Living NOW! Campaign
Disability Wales in partnership with Disability Powys and Dewis Centre for Independent Living invite disabled people & local organisations to attend a half day event to find out more about the Independent Living NOW! Campaign and how you can get involved.
Event date: 7 July 2010
Further information: Disability Wales Independent Living NOW! Campaign
From: Disability Wales

Equality and Diversity Forum
EDF's free electronic newsletter
Further information: Equality and Diversity Forum
Date added: 08/06/2010

Excellent opportunity for volunteers
London Action Trust are offering an excellent work experience opportunity for those considering teaching adults with mental health needs.
Further information: Excellent opportunity for volunteers
Date added: 08/06/2010

News for voluntary and community organisations
Want to be kept informed of the latest developments and resources for voluntary and community organisations?
Further information: News for voluntary and community organisations
Date added: 02/06/2010

Dada News
Dada-News is our monthly newsletter dedicated to the latest goings on in the field of disability inspired arts and the work of disabled and Deaf artists.
Further information: Dada News
Date added: 02/06/2010

New INVOLVE publication
INVOLVE (2010) Payment for involvement: a guide to making payment to members of the public actively involved in NHS, public health and social care research INVOLVE, Eastleigh
Further information: New INVOLVE publication
From: INVOLVE
Date added: 02/06/2010

The Surrey Local Involvement Network (LINk)
The Surrey LINk is a network of volunteers that has been given statutory powers by the Department of Health to influence Health and Social Care services.
Further information: The Surrey Local Involvement Network (LINk)
Date added: 02/06/2010

CoolTan Arts Midnight Solstice Walk
Join us for our Summer Solstice Midnight walk, explore the urban psycho-geography of South London, and learn about local history and familiar landmarks in a light you have never seen them before.
Event date: 21 June 2010
Further information: CoolTan Arts Midnight Solstice Walk
From: CoolTan Arts

Largactyl Shuffle Project Worker: Salary 28k (pro rata, 30 hours/week)
CoolTan Arts is looking for an exciting passionate mover and shaker to develop, promote and deliver the CoolTan Arts programme ‘The Largactyl Shuffle'.
Further information: Largactyl Shuffle Project Worker: Salary 28k (pro rata, 30 hours/week)
From: CoolTan Arts
Date added: 28/05/2010

Welcome to the latest update from the Transition Information Network.
Update about TIN seminar in April TIN held a seminar on 27 April for disabled young people about how they can influence the government on issues to do with disabled children and young people.
Further information: Welcome to the latest update from the Transition Information Network.
Date added: 26/05/2010

CHANGE survey
‘CHANGE (a national organisation fighting for the rights of people with learning disabilities) is conducting a research. The research is into independent advocacy for parents with learning disabilities.
Further information: CHANGE survey
From: CHANGE
Date added: 26/05/2010

Equality and Diversity Forum e-newsletter
Further information: Equality and Diversity Forum e-newsletter
Date added: 24/05/2010

UN Convention on disabilities -how is it in your country ..?
Four minute web questionnaire on UN Convention on the rights of persons with disabilities
Further information: UN Convention on disabilities -how is it in your country ..?
From: European Network on Independent Living ( ENIL)
Date added: 24/05/2010

ENIL, European Network on Independent Living
ENIL's General Assembly is taking place in Strasbourg on 20 September. Work has begun on the ENIL Strategy document for 2010-2015.
Further information: ENIL, European Network on Independent Living
From: European Network on Independent Living ( ENIL)
Date added: 24/05/2010

New guidance from the Mental Health Research Network to help with payments for involvement 
The MHRN commissioned a comprehensive policy to cover payments for those involved in the work of the MHRN and research in general.
Further information: New guidance from the Mental Health Research Network to help with payments for involvement 
From: INVOLVE
Date added: 19/05/2010

Human chain enlightens politicians, Germany
ENIL is proud to be associated with the European protest day for the equality of people with disabilities that was held in Berlin and in 400 other places in Germany on 05 May.
Further information: Human chain enlightens politicians, Germany
From: European Network on Independent Living ( ENIL)
Date added: 17/05/2010

The Nutty Professors! Art exhibition
Arts mental health charity CoolTan Arts and OH! Gallery are proud to present an exciting new exhibition featuring the work of CoolTan Arts Tutors at Oxford House.
Further information: The Nutty Professors! Art exhibition
From: CoolTan Arts

Influencing the Rural Agenda - Event (Cornwall)
Caradon Senior Citizens' Forum and South West Seniors' Network invite you to a jointly hosted event being held in Cornwall for networking and the exchange of good ideas between older people.
Event date: 27 May 2010
Further information: Influencing the Rural Agenda - Event (Cornwall)

Latest Shaping Our Lives Newsletter Spring 2010
The latest Shaping Our Lives newsletter has now been published. Download it from the Shaping Our Lives website by following the link below or contact the office for print, Braille, audio copies and other formats.
Further information: Latest Shaping Our Lives Newsletter Spring 2010
From: Shaping Our Lives National User Network
Date added: 13/05/2010

Now is the time to act for disability in the next EU strategy
Europe is going through an important stage with the policies for the next 10 years at stake. The Lisbon Treaty has now come to an end and the Council of Ministers are drawing up the EU 2020 strategy, which will be the Treaty for the next 10 years.
Further information: Now is the time to act for disability in the next EU strategy
From: European Network on Independent Living ( ENIL)
Date added: 12/05/2010

From Discovery to Recovery by Teryy Bowyer
A service user's perspective on recovery from serious mental illness.
Event date: 13 May 2010
Further information: From Discovery to Recovery by Teryy Bowyer

Unity Festival -
Unity Festival celebrates art created by all to be enjoyed by all. Now in its third year, once again there will be a full week of free workshops, talks and performances in the Weston Studio, gigs and a few surprises.
Event date: 4 July 2010
Further information: Unity Festival -

Parliament with no overall control 'could be good for sector'
A hung parliament could make it easier to influence government policy, according to third sector fundraising and finance organisations.
Further information: Parliament with no overall control 'could be good for sector'
Date added: 10/05/2010

Do We Know Us?
The pearl of the Brown government's ‘Improving Access to Psychological Therapy' policy: ‘cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)' appears to be on the way to being proven to be a just-scratch-the-surface method of treatment.
Further information: Do We Know Us?
From: PP Eyes and PPlog
Date added: 10/05/2010

Independent Living News
In the last issue of Independent Living News! we asked for your stories if you were affected by the volcano in Iceland. Read about Jamie Bolling's and Davy Gaeremynck 's volcanic adventures in this issue.
Further information: Independent Living News
From: European Network on Independent Living ( ENIL)
Date added: 07/05/2010

Regional Conference on Developing the Capacity of User Led Organisations in the South West
Regional Conference on Developing the Capacity of User Led Organisations in the South West - Exeter
Further information: Regional Conference on Developing the Capacity of User Led Organisations in the South West
From: Poole Mental Health Forum
Date added: 06/05/2010

General Manager
GAD CIL is a dynamic and vibrant user led-organisation. We are seeking a disabled person (includes physical, sensory, mental impairment, learning disability and long term health condition) to be our new:
Further information: General Manager
From: Greenwich Association of Disabled People ( CIL )
Date added: 06/05/2010

Care system's last days by Peter Beresford
While none of the big three parties have the answers, it is clear that massive change is ahead for the adult social care system.
Further information: Care system's last days by Peter Beresford
Date added: 06/05/2010

Largactyl Shuffle Walk leader-trainer: Sessional 25 hours a month - £20/hour
A job vacancy is available for a dynamic passionate historical walk leader to be responsible for co-ordinating CoolTan Art's monthly walks.
Further information: Largactyl Shuffle Walk leader-trainer: Sessional 25 hours a month - £20/hour
From: CoolTan Arts
Date added: 04/05/2010

CoolTan Arts Largactyl Shuffle Sociability, Science and Sanity
Come and join the Largactyl Shuffle to take a sociable stroll, learn about the science of the mind and keep your sanity as we take an amble through the history of Southwark.
Event date: 16 May 2010
Further information: CoolTan Arts Largactyl Shuffle Sociability, Science and Sanity
From: CoolTan Arts

UK Disabled People's Council Launches Manifesto for 2010.
The UK Disabled People's Council (UKDPC) is pleased to announce the launch of an exciting new manifesto for the coming year.
Further information: UK Disabled People's Council Launches Manifesto for 2010.
From: UK Disabled Peoples Council
Date added: 27/04/2010

28th June - 4th July 2010 is Deaf Awareness Week
Organisations working with deaf people across the country are inviting everyone to 'Look At Me'.
Further information: 28th June - 4th July 2010 is Deaf Awareness Week
Date added: 27/04/2010

Delivering Empowerment
Annual Conference 2010 Organised by Empowerment Boards for People With Physical, Sensory and Cognitive Disabilities in Surrey
Event date: 17 June 2010
Further information: Delivering Empowerment
From: Surrey Coalition of Disabled People

Female Mental Health Advocate, Ealing
Wish is seeking to appoint a Female Mental Health Advocate to provide Gender Specific Advocacy to women at The Orchard, Ealing, London.
Further information: Female Mental Health Advocate, Ealing
From: Wish
Date added: 26/04/2010

'Molly Cullen, Blessings on the Wild Child'
'Molly Cullen, Blessings on the Wild Child' is the latest book from artist and writer Maureen Oliver.
Further information: 'Molly Cullen, Blessings on the Wild Child'
Date added: 21/04/2010

RADAR - CITY BRIDGE TRUST London Leadership Programme
Equipping and inspiring leaders Are you someone who likes taking initiative and longs to change the world around you?
Further information: RADAR - CITY BRIDGE TRUST London Leadership Programme
From: RADAR (The Royal Association For Disability And Rehabilitation)

Who'll be your Disabled Legend?
Shaping Our Lives is proud that Patricia Chambers, a member of our management board, is on the list for the Disabled Legend Poll.....
Further information: Who'll be your Disabled Legend?
From: Shaping Our Lives National User Network
Date added: 19/04/2010

Human Rights Made by and for People with Learning Disabilities
The Office of the National Director (Valuing People Now) has a one-off grant available for a group to produce some human rights materials by and for people with learning difficulties.
Further information: Human Rights Made by and for People with Learning Disabilities
Date added: 19/04/2010

CoolTan Arts Fashion Show - 20th April
Come and see the fantastic work done by CoolTan Arts' original designers. Designs include beautiful Batik designs made with dazzling patterns, which are made using the application of silk and wax.
Event date: 20 April 2010
Further information: CoolTan Arts Fashion Show - 20th April
From: CoolTan Arts

We need more Service User Trainers!
Raise is a distinctive mental health training company entirely managed and staffed by Service Users
Further information: We need more Service User Trainers!
From: Raise! mental health Ltd
Date added: 07/04/2010

What about Women
In the run up to the election Fawcett has brought together over 40 organisations and thousands of individual voters to ask all the political parties What About Women?
Further information: What about Women
Date added: 07/04/2010

Health needs of Gypsies and Travellers
Prejudice against Gypsies and Travellers is so entrenched that many of us do not realise society is discriminating against these communities.
Further information: Health needs of Gypsies and Travellers
Date added: 07/04/2010

TIN seminar for disabled young people
We are holding a free seminar for disabled young people on 27 April in London.
Event date: 27 April 2010
Further information: TIN seminar for disabled young people

Empowerment Forum
Tired of your voice not being heard and not being included in local decisions that may affect you as a disabled person? Or just want to have more of a say in issues that are important to you?
Event date: 13 April 2010
Further information: Empowerment Forum
From: RADAR (The Royal Association For Disability And Rehabilitation)

Shaping the future of Social Work
12th UK Joint Social Work Education Conference with the 4th UK Social Work Research Conference
Event date: 2 July 2010
Further information: Shaping the future of Social Work

Valuing Employment Now
On 24th June 2009, the Government launched ‘Valuing Employment Now: real jobs for people with learning disabilities'.
Further information: Valuing Employment Now
Date added: 29/03/2010

Funding available for Essential training
We are pleased to announce that we have funding for commercial, private companies and community/voluntary organisations of between 2 and 9 employees, for up to 2 strategic people per company/organisation to attend our Nationally Accredited programme
Further information: Funding available for Essential training
From: Disability Arts Empowerment (D'ArtE) CIC
Date added: 24/03/2010

Frank debate on the funding of social care is needed urgently
Both the Health Select Committee's report on social care and the Care and Support Alliance castigate the Government and the Opposition for their failure to collaborate on social care.
Further information: Frank debate on the funding of social care is needed urgently
Date added: 22/03/2010

NHS Direct is looking for members of the public to become involved in our programme of research, service evaluation and clinical audit
User and public involvement is a vital part of this work; not only are the views of our users crucial to the improvement of our services, but a public perspective helps to ensure that our work is useful, relevant and of high quality.
Further information: NHS Direct is looking for members of the public to become involved in our programme of research, service evaluation and clinical audit
From: INVOLVE
Date added: 17/03/2010

Project worker – action research involving older people
At WRVS, we believe that older people are highly valued members of society and should have access to the support that they want in order to live independent, active and fulfilled lives.
Further information: Project worker – action research involving older people
From: WRVS
Date added: 17/03/2010

A guide to the internet and computers
myguide is a website designed to help people take their first steps with computers and the internet.
Further information: A guide to the internet and computers
Date added: 17/03/2010

Transforming Rights into Action.15th World Congress of Inclusion International on 16–19 June 2010, Berlin
The World Congress of Inclusion International provides a unique social platform for people with intellectual disabilities, their families, service providers and decision-makers to exchange knowledge and experience on disability issues and to pave the way
Event date: 15 June 2010
Further information: Transforming Rights into Action.15th World Congress of Inclusion International on 16–19 June 2010, Berlin

Latest news from ENIL ( European Network on Independent Living )
ENIL is running a 'Free our People Now' campaign for the transition from institutional care to community-based care for people with disabilities.
Further information: Latest news from ENIL ( European Network on Independent Living )
From: European Network on Independent Living ( ENIL)
Date added: 15/03/2010

Kilburn-based Group Wins Media Trust Award for Multimedia Work with Older People
A Kilburn-based community group dedicated to improving the lives of older people in Camden has been recognised with a national £500 award for using digital media in an inspiring way within the local community.
Further information: Kilburn-based Group Wins Media Trust Award for Multimedia Work with Older People
From: Acting Up
Date added: 15/03/2010

Dignity and Choice in end of life care
Shaping Our Lives has managed to secure 5 free places for service users, please contact Louise Slade on 0844 880 5061 for more information.
Event date: 28 April 2010
Further information: Dignity and Choice in end of life care

Citizen Directed Support Project Development Manager
Monmouthshire County Council Social & Housing Services
Further information: Citizen Directed Support Project Development Manager
Date added: 08/03/2010

RETHINK........Sign our petition today
Do you care about mental illness? Do you want the next government to care too? Sign our petition and we will deliver it to the government after the General Election.
Further information: RETHINK........Sign our petition today
Date added: 08/03/2010

RCN Practice standards for nursing project – phase 2 consultation
The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) is currently developing a set of overarching standards for nursing practice that describe characteristics that underpin good practice in all nursing care.
Further information: RCN Practice standards for nursing project – phase 2 consultation
Date added: 08/03/2010

This is your last chance to book your free place on the PRIAE 2010 event on 18th March.
Policy Research Institute on Ageing and Ethnicity (PRIAE)
Event date: 18 March 2010
Further information: This is your last chance to book your free place on the PRIAE 2010 event on 18th March.

Impact of National Bullying Helpline controversy
Helplines, and especially issues of confidentiality within helplines, have been high on the public agenda in the last week, since the National Bullying Helpline came under fire for allegedly breaching the confidentiality of users of its service.
Further information: Impact of National Bullying Helpline controversy
Date added: 04/03/2010

Disabled Workers on Hunger Strike
In Banjaluka, the second largest city in Bosnia and Herzegovinia, employees in the Institute for Dystrophics are on hunger strike, following a row over job losses
Further information: Disabled Workers on Hunger Strike
From: European Network on Independent Living ( ENIL)
Date added: 03/03/2010

User Led Organisations and Disabled People's Organisation Networking Event -North West Regions
This is a great opportunity to share experiences, information, expertise and knowledge with a wide range of user led and disabled people's organisations throughout the North West Region.
Event date: 2 March 2010
Further information: User Led Organisations and Disabled People's Organisation Networking Event -North West Regions
From: UK Disabled Peoples Council

Making choice and control a reality for disabled people: Consultation on the Right to Control Trailblazer Regulations
Today the Government launched its consultation on the regulations which will support Trailblazers to test the Right to Control. As an important stakeholder for this project, we would welcome your views on our consultation, which begins today, 25 February,
Further information: Making choice and control a reality for disabled people: Consultation on the Right to Control Trailblazer Regulations
Date added: 02/03/2010

SUST Spring Symposium
A free half-day training event for mental health service users. Laughter Workshop – Sub personalities – Creative Goal Setting. To book a place, contact Patrick Wood, Tel: 0114 253 6626 or email p.wood@vas.org.uk.
Event date: 31 March 2010
Further information: SUST Spring Symposium
From: SUST (Sheffield User Survivor Trainers)

New Funding Call: public involvement in research
NIHR Health Services Research (HSR) programme and INVOLVE joint funding call: Public involvement in research
Further information: New Funding Call: public involvement in research
From: INVOLVE
Date added: 27/02/2010

Inequalities and health services - event on 9th March
Marmot and the Third Sector – Addressing health inequalities together A one day conference in central London, 9th March. A limited number of free places offered to service users (expenses reimbursed) For more details see below
Event date: 9 March 2010
Further information: Inequalities and health services - event on 9th March
From: Shaping Our Lives National User Network

CoolTan Arts Open Day and Conference celebrating International Women's Day
Celebrate International Women's Day at CoolTan Arts Open Day and Conference!
Event date: 8 March 2010
Further information: CoolTan Arts Open Day and Conference celebrating International Women's Day
From: CoolTan Arts

Pageant of Survivor History
The historic Kingsley Hall, where Mary Barnes fought her way out of neglect and mental distress through her art, will be the venue for what we believe is the first ever Pageant of Survivor History in the world.
Event date: 19 March 2010
Further information: Pageant of Survivor History

Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults in Hospitals
This one day conference is a practical guide to safeguarding vulnerable adults in hospitals.
Event date: 13 May 2010
Further information: Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults in Hospitals

Good Practice in Consent
This one day conference has been....read more
Event date: 12 May 2010
Further information: Good Practice in Consent

PROGRESS ON OUR ULO PROJECT (pdf)
Find out about our project to set up a first stop shop in Epsom High Street run by disabled people for disabled people.
Further information: PROGRESS ON OUR ULO PROJECT (pdf)
From: Surrey Coalition of Disabled People
Date added: 15/02/2010

All Party Parliamentary Disability Group your top five priorities for a new Government
Have your say. What are disabled people's top five priorities for action on disability equality? Responses will be presented to each of the main political party's disability spokespeople by the All Party Parliamentary Disability Group on 2nd March
Further information: All Party Parliamentary Disability Group your top five priorities for a new Government
Date added: 09/02/2010

CLICK START
The Click Start project aims to build a network of new accessible websites across ten North-East London boroughs, for young people with learning difficulties and disabilities to help meet the challenges of transition to adult life in the community.
Further information: CLICK START
Date added: 08/02/2010

Welcome to CoolTan Arts E-bulletin February 2010
Events take place at CoolTan Arts Unit B 237 Walworth Rd SE171RL unless otherwise stated
Further information: Welcome to CoolTan Arts E-bulletin February 2010
From: CoolTan Arts
Date added: 08/02/2010

Calling service user researchers and/or service users who want to take part in research.
Thank you for all your enthusiastic responses, the four places have now been allocated. WORKSHOP NOW FULL
Event date: 24 March 2010
Further information: Calling service user researchers and/or service users who want to take part in research.

Courses for advisors, advocates and campaigners
DISABILITY LAW SERVICE Courses for advisors, advocates and campaigners
Further information: Courses for advisors, advocates and campaigners
From: Disability Law Service
Date added: 03/02/2010

INVOLVE Conference 2010
The Call for Presentations for our 7th conference is now available. The focus of the conference is on innovation and impact.
Event date: 1 May 2010
Further information: INVOLVE Conference 2010
From: INVOLVE

Download our new self-help guide ‘Building a Life of Your Own' here! Written by and for disabled people this guide offers a wealth of information to help disabled people and their families.
Moving On is a programme that helps disabled people aged between 18 and 65 ‘move on' in some way in their lives.
Further information: Download our new self-help guide ‘Building a Life of Your Own' here! Written by and for disabled people this guide offers a wealth of information to help disabled people and their families.
Date added: 01/02/2010

Our Latest Newsletter
Representatives from the four ENIL pods (Ljublana, Valencia, Stockholm and Dublin) are meeting in Dublin on the 1st of February 2010.
Further information: Our Latest Newsletter
From: European Network on Independent Living ( ENIL)
Date added: 28/01/2010

Sex, Drugs, Rock & Roll... and Social Care??
by Peter Beresford, professor of social policy at Brunel University and campaigner for service user involvement
Further information: Sex, Drugs, Rock & Roll... and Social Care??
Date added: 27/01/2010

THE SOUTH WEST SELF-DIRECTED SUPPORT NETWORK
Are you someone who receives a Direct Payment or Individual Budget? Do you employ your own staff?
Event date: 8 March 2010
Further information: THE SOUTH WEST SELF-DIRECTED SUPPORT NETWORK

New deadline for submissions
We have received around 100 submissions of writing and poetry from over 45 adopted adults for the anthology we are editing. It has been wonderful to receive such a broad range of writing and poetry.
Further information: New deadline for submissions
From: Transnational and Transracial Adoption Group
Date added: 25/01/2010

Training courses at Cardiff and Vale Coalition of Disabled People
Still some spaces on the following courses.
Event date: 20 March 2010
Further information: Training courses at Cardiff and Vale Coalition of Disabled People
From: Cardiff and Vale Coalition of Disabled People (CVCDP)

New Horizons : a shared vision for mental health
Further information: New Horizons : a shared vision for mental health
Date added: 18/01/2010

January Newletter from ENIL
Happy New Year! says ENIL's President, Bente Skansgård
Further information: January Newletter from ENIL
From: European Network on Independent Living ( ENIL)
Date added: 18/01/2010

OLDER PEOPLE WORKING TOGETHER
South Gloucestershire Council are hosting an ‘Older People Working Together' meeting
Event date: 27 January 2010
Further information: OLDER PEOPLE WORKING TOGETHER

The Fear Factory
The film, to be premiered in the forthcoming months, argues that "Two decades of politicians playing the law and order 'arms race' have brought a criminal justice crisis to the UK.
Further information: The Fear Factory
Date added: 18/01/2010

'Doctor, please help me to die' Blog by Peter Beresford.
The view of GP Ann McPherson, who is herself facing inoperable cancer, that terminally ill patients should be able to turn to their doctor for help in dying, can reasonably be expected to carry weight
Further information: 'Doctor, please help me to die' Blog by Peter Beresford.
Date added: 13/01/2010

Evaluators required for 2 pieces of work!
The Cardiff and Vale Mental Health Development Project enables people with personal experience of mental distress, carers and voluntary sector organisations with an interest in mental health to have a coherent voice.
Further information: Evaluators required for 2 pieces of work!
Date added: 13/01/2010

RADAR and the APPOINTMENTS COMMISSION
Are you someone who likes taking initiative and longs to change the world around you? Do you want to influence the way your NHS provides services in your area? If only you knew where to start?
Event date: 1 March 2010
Further information: RADAR and the APPOINTMENTS COMMISSION
From: RADAR (The Royal Association For Disability And Rehabilitation)

Title: 'Funding for Social Care - Getting it right for the next generation' FREE EVENT
An Important FREE Event Sir William Beveridge Foundation Lecture and Debate
Event date: 9 March 2010
Further information: Title: 'Funding for Social Care - Getting it right for the next generation' FREE EVENT

Evidence for Change: Participation in research to inform policy and transform practice
This event is being organised jointly between The Mental Health Research Network Cymru (MHRN Cymru), Hafal and Involving People.
Event date: 28 January 2010
Further information: Evidence for Change: Participation in research to inform policy and transform practice

Time To Change
Time to Change is England's most ambitious programme to end discrimination faced by people who experience mental health problems.
Further information: Time To Change
Date added: 07/01/2010

Latest Newsletter from Surrey Coalition of Disabled People (pdf)
Further information: Latest Newsletter from Surrey Coalition of Disabled People (pdf)
From: Surrey Coalition of Disabled People
Date added: 06/01/2010

Corali- coming of age at Tate Modern
Corali is a professional performance group made up of adults with learning disabilities.
Event date: 21 January 2010
Further information: Corali- coming of age at Tate Modern

RADAR and the Appointments Commission - Equipping and Inspiring future leaders of the NHS
Are you someone who likes taking initiative and longs to change the world around you? Do you want to influence the way your NHS provides services in your area but not sure what's possible?
Further information: RADAR and the Appointments Commission - Equipping and Inspiring future leaders of the NHS
From: RADAR (The Royal Association For Disability And Rehabilitation)
Date added: 06/01/2010

ADP wins prestigious award
The ADP has won the RADAR People of the Year Award 2009 for "Doing Careers Differently".
Further information: ADP wins prestigious award
From: Association of Disabled Professionals (ADP)
Date added: 18/12/2009

Are you an HIV-positive gay man?
The National AIDS Trust is working on a new project looking at psychological support for people living with HIV. From initial investigations it is clear that the psychosocial needs of people living with HIV are not being consistently met.
Further information: Are you an HIV-positive gay man?
Date added: 14/12/2009

Come-on get voting on this Disabled Peoples' Organisations poll if you want to be- 'In-Control' to FREEOURPEOPLE
If you want to join a non-violent co-operative alliance of 'LOUD and PROUD' Disabled Peoples' Orgaisations(DPOs') and Allies, then go on vote now and get your friends and colleauges to vote too within your networks to FREEOURPEOPLE
Further information: Come-on get voting on this Disabled Peoples' Organisations poll if you want to be- 'In-Control' to FREEOURPEOPLE
Date added: 10/12/2009

SARAJEVO (Reuters) - Dozens of disabled Bosnians vowed Friday not to leave the parliament building in Sarajevo until Bosnia ratified the U.N. Convention on the rights of disabled people.
SARAJEVO (Reuters) - Dozens of disabled Bosnians vowed Friday not to leave the parliament building in Sarajevo until Bosnia ratified the U.N. Convention on the rights of disabled people.
Further information: SARAJEVO (Reuters) - Dozens of disabled Bosnians vowed Friday not to leave the parliament building in Sarajevo until Bosnia ratified the U.N. Convention on the rights of disabled people.
Date added: 09/12/2009

Mental health and Employment - Online Survey
The Afiya Trust is seeking to develop a recovery programme as part of its mental health and wellbeing focus.
Further information: Mental health and Employment - Online Survey
From: Catchafiya
Date added: 09/12/2009

December Issue of DADA-SOUTH
Dada-News is our monthly newsletter dedicated to the latest goings on in the field of disability inspired arts and the work of disabled and Deaf artists.
Further information: December Issue of DADA-SOUTH
Date added: 07/12/2009

Social care reform needs long-term commitment
What social work requires most is stability and consolidation – words not normally associated with politicians prior to a general election
Further information: Social care reform needs long-term commitment
Date added: 07/12/2009

International day of people with Disabilities.
In 1992 the United Nations set the 3rd December as the date for the International day of people with Disabilities.
Further information: International day of people with Disabilities.
From: European Network on Independent Living ( ENIL)
Date added: 02/12/2009

Autumn Newsletter
Welcome to our Autumn newsletter, which focuses on the theme of impact.
Further information: Autumn Newsletter
From: INVOLVE
Date added: 30/11/2009

FIDN Network Meeting
The Pitbauchlie Hotel, Aberdour Road, Dunfermline Thursday 10th December 2009 2 - 4 pm Guest Speakers will be: •Avs Crossley, Fife Women`s Network •Mary Stewart, Manager, Fife Carer`s Centre •Tony Rosenbau, Care Advisor, Integrity Financial Sol
Event date: 11 December 2009
Further information: FIDN Network Meeting
From: Fife Independent Disability Network

Direct Payments for Health : A consultation on proposals for regulations and guidance
This consultation document seeks views on the Government's proposals for piloting direct payments for health care. This is part of the wider pilot programme to explore personal health budgets announced in High Quality Care For All.
Further information: Direct Payments for Health : A consultation on proposals for regulations and guidance
Date added: 25/11/2009

Exploring Impact: public involvement in NHS, public health and social care research
This report from INVOLVE explores the impact of public involvement through an in-depth review of published literature.
Further information: Exploring Impact: public involvement in NHS, public health and social care research
From: INVOLVE
Date added: 19/11/2009

Stardust Deaf Festive Variety Show
deafPLUS presents ‘Stardust', a beguiling mix of magic, comedy, signed song , poetry and Bollywood dance.
Event date: 5 December 2009
Further information: Stardust Deaf Festive Variety Show

Would you like to be part of a Tenovus Focus Group and examine the role of patients and carers in guideline development?
Do you have experience of cancer? Have you been a cancer patient or cared for a person with cancer? Have you been involved in any clinical guidelines development?
Further information: Would you like to be part of a Tenovus Focus Group and examine the role of patients and carers in guideline development?
Date added: 16/11/2009

Disability Equality: Towards 2025
Our vision - By 2025, disabled people in Britain should have the same opportunities and choices as non-disabled people to improve their quality of life and be respected and included as equal members of society."
Event date: 9 December 2009
Further information: Disability Equality: Towards 2025

Series of conferences of interest to service users
Further information: Series of conferences of interest to service users

Opportunity for children and young people to participate in research examining their involvement in decision-making
The Children's Rights Alliance for England (CRAE) and the National Children's Bureau (NCB) with support from 11 Million, are undertaking research to examine children and young people's involvement in participation.
Further information: Opportunity for children and young people to participate in research examining their involvement in decision-making
Date added: 11/11/2009

Join Time to Change – we're recruiting for Lived Experience Advisors
We're recruiting for four new members of our Lived Experience Advisory Panel, which is crucial to ensuring that the voices of people with direct experience of mental health problems remain central to Time to Change.
Further information: Join Time to Change – we're recruiting for Lived Experience Advisors
Date added: 11/11/2009

Powerful Voices Network September Newsletter PDF
Empowering Young Disabled People To Campaign For Rights And Equality
Further information: Powerful Voices Network September Newsletter PDF
Date added: 09/11/2009

Largactyl Shuffle All Saints Day walk
After the successful Sponsored Walk, we are back to the monthly Largactyl Shuffle on the third Saturday of the month.
Event date: 4 December 2009
Further information: Largactyl Shuffle All Saints Day walk
From: CoolTan Arts

P. A. law campaign - Stop the Difference
Article 19 says that all disabled people, not just a minority, should have access to personal assistance as a human right
Further information: P. A. law campaign - Stop the Difference
From: European Network on Independent Living ( ENIL)
Date added: 28/10/2009

Personalisation project
The Care Providers Alliance, an umbrella group of 11 provider representative bodies, is undertaking a project to support care providers to provide personalised care services to their service users.
Further information: Personalisation project
Date added: 28/10/2009

Participation Needed for a London College of Fashion Research Project
The fashion industry has yet to tackle properly the needs of the community with disabilities, even though there are the resources and wealth of creativity to do so.
Further information: Participation Needed for a London College of Fashion Research Project
Date added: 21/10/2009

Autumn issue of The Voice (pdf version )
Read a service user's experience of the 4th Plinth at Trafalgar Square ....
Further information: Autumn issue of The Voice (pdf version )
From: North Staffs Users Group
Date added: 19/10/2009

Please complete our survey to be entered into a prize draw for £300 towards access costs for Disabled People's Organisations.
Disability LIB is looking to develop an inclusion toolkit to help disabled peoples organisations manage their expectations on being inclusive of everyone all the time.
Further information: Please complete our survey to be entered into a prize draw for £300 towards access costs for Disabled People's Organisations.
Date added: 19/10/2009

Courses for you.......
Especially designed for people with disabilities and / or mental health issues.
Further information: Courses for you.......
From: Disability Arts Empowerment (D'ArtE) CIC
Date added: 19/10/2009

'Free personal care plan makes a mockery of the adult green paper consultation'
The prime minister's party conference commitment to introduce free home care for people with the highest needs has made a further mockery of the government's green paper consultation.
Further information: 'Free personal care plan makes a mockery of the adult green paper consultation'
Date added: 12/10/2009

THE WALKING ON WHEELS TRUST
The Walking on Wheels Trust was set up by Eva McCracken to fund the printing and publishing of her book, Walking on Wheels.
Further information: THE WALKING ON WHEELS TRUST
Date added: 12/10/2009

Admiral Nursing DIRECT
Admiral Nurses are specialist nurses working with people with dementia and their carers. Their telephone helpline provides information and support for family carers, people with dementia and professionals. Tel: 0845 257 9406 or email: direct@fordementia.
Further information: Admiral Nursing DIRECT
Date added: 08/10/2009

OUR RIGHTS issue 15 October 2009
The International Disability and Human Rights Network
Further information: OUR RIGHTS issue 15 October 2009
Date added: 07/10/2009

THE M E M P H A S I S Initiative
'To keep the campaign rolling' - you receive entitlement to a copy of the Quality Restorative Relaxation video
Further information: THE M E M P H A S I S Initiative
Date added: 06/10/2009

Creative Futures presents ‘Dreams from the Edge'
A mobile exhibition and surreal experience featuring artwork and sound from marginalised artists and writers. A cultural soup kitchen providing food for the soul and hot chocolate for the weary.
Event date: 26 October 2009
Further information: Creative Futures presents ‘Dreams from the Edge'

Altered States Art Exhibition,
Dulwich Picture Gallery Join CoolTan Arts to celebrate World Mental Health Day at the ‘Altered States' exhibition at the Dulwich Picture Gallery. The exhibition is open to the general public from 3rd to 9th October 2009, 10am–3pm.
Event date: 10 October 2009
Further information: Altered States Art Exhibition,
From: CoolTan Arts

Leadership Workshops for Disabled People's Organisations
These are exciting and challenging times for Disabled People's Organisations and their leaders. Changes to equality and human rights legislation and a shift towards personalised and user led services mean the DPO sector will significantly grow.
Further information: Leadership Workshops for Disabled People's Organisations
Date added: 29/09/2009

In Better Health - The ACEVO/Department of Health Third Sector Health and Social Care Support Programme
A programme of support for third sector leaders to better understand the health and social care commissioning environment, and to be in a better position to engage with commissioners, bid for, win and deliver health and social care-related contracts.
Further information: In Better Health - The ACEVO/Department of Health Third Sector Health and Social Care Support Programme
Date added: 29/09/2009

The Afiya Trust
(The) Afiya Trust is holding a series of consultations to define the future directions and priorities in our work towards ending racial inequalities in mental health. The Government is currently seeking feedback on its latest mental health strategy paper,
Further information: The Afiya Trust
Date added: 28/09/2009

Members Forum for disabled people to get an update from Suffolk County Council about the way their services are funded.
Optua is again holding a Members Forum for disabled people to get an update from Suffolk County Council about the way their services are funded.
Event date: 6 November 2009
Further information: Members Forum for disabled people to get an update from Suffolk County Council about the way their services are funded.
From: Optua

Got a view on disability issues?
Equality 2025 is hosting a National Public Meeting at Manchester City Football Club on 15 October 2009.
Event date: 15 October 2009
Further information: Got a view on disability issues?
From: Equality 2025

Calling all Adopted Adults aged 20-80+ years:
Call For Submissions to the first anthology of writing and poetry on the lifelong experience of adoption by adopted adults aged 20-80+ years.
Further information: Calling all Adopted Adults aged 20-80+ years:
Date added: 21/09/2009

Calling innovators in the West Midlands - Are you working on personalising social care?
Innovation Exchange is on the hunt for the most innovative work in personalising social care in the West Midlands.
Further information: Calling innovators in the West Midlands - Are you working on personalising social care?
Date added: 21/09/2009

UK Older People's Day 2009
Full of Life is a celebration of the opportunities, achievements, and aspirations of older people and their contribution to our society and economy.
Further information: UK Older People's Day 2009
Date added: 21/09/2009

British Deaf Association's Learn to Sign Week
The British Deaf Association's (BDA) annual Learn to Sign Week campaign takes place soon and promises to be a fantastic opportunity to get people involved in British Sign Language (BSL).
Further information: British Deaf Association's Learn to Sign Week
From: British Deaf Association
Date added: 16/09/2009

Social Work Action Network
SWAN is a loose network of social work practitioners, academics, students and social welfare service users......
Further information: Social Work Action Network
Date added: 16/09/2009

WSAD Outreach Information and Advice Team
West Sussex Association for Disabled people (WSAD) Outreach Information and Advice team has been out and about this summer to provide a focus at several community events.
Further information: WSAD Outreach Information and Advice Team
From: WSAD West Sussex Association for Disabled People
Date added: 16/09/2009

The Annual March and Rally against Child Sexual Abuse
Male and Female Survivors, partners, families, friends and supporters are welcome to join us and we will make as much noise as possible, to make ourselves heard.
Event date: 26 September 2009
Further information: The Annual March and Rally against Child Sexual Abuse
From: Amsosa

Read more from the latest newsletter.........
Surrey County Council, Surrey Coalition of Disabled People and Action for Carers (Surrey), have organised an event to seek the views of service users and carers and to produce a joint response to Government on their consultation on ideas for a new social
Further information: Read more from the latest newsletter.........
From: Surrey Coalition of Disabled People
Date added: 14/09/2009

"Does technology make it easier or harder for disabled entrepreneurs?”
You are invited to come along to a debate on 7th October at 110 Cannon Street, London from 2pm to 4pm with drinks and food afterwards.
Event date: 7 October 2009
Further information: "Does technology make it easier or harder for disabled entrepreneurs?”

Vacancy: BME Mental Health Advocacy Network Manager
Fixed term contract - until April 2011 Salary £32,000 per annum pro rata (including London Weightage)
Further information: Vacancy: BME Mental Health Advocacy Network Manager
From: Catchafiya
Date added: 09/09/2009

EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY COUNCIL: LAY MEMBERS
The NHS Equality and Diversity Council (EDC) will champion an NHS where ‘everyone counts' so that health outcomes improve. It will bring leadership to the equality and diversity agenda so our resources are used for the benefit of the whole community.
Further information: EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY COUNCIL: LAY MEMBERS
Date added: 07/09/2009

Dada-South's Dada-News
Dada-News is our monthly newsletter dedicated to the latest goings on in the field of disability inspired arts and the work of disabled and Deaf artists.
Further information: Dada-South's Dada-News
Date added: 07/09/2009

WELCOME TO COOLTAN ARTS E-BULLETIN SEPTEMBER 2009
For the latest information of whats happening at Cool Tan Arts......
Further information: WELCOME TO COOLTAN ARTS E-BULLETIN SEPTEMBER 2009
From: CoolTan Arts
Date added: 07/09/2009

Care at Home Project: Gathering views and experiences of care at home
Care Council for Wales – Care at Home Project: Gathering views and experiences of care at home
Further information: Care at Home Project: Gathering views and experiences of care at home
Date added: 07/09/2009

Home truths for Leonard Cheshire : from Peter Beresford
When a major disability charity is called to account to one of its service users, why, asks Peter Beresford is its first response to go on the defensive
Further information: Home truths for Leonard Cheshire : from Peter Beresford
Date added: 02/09/2009

Provision, Protection, Partnership
Provision, Protection, Partnership – the launch of the Response to Sexual Violence National Support Team' at the Park Plaza Riverbank hotel, London
Event date: 21 October 2009
Further information: Provision, Protection, Partnership

'Home but not Alone' User-mentor Workshop - Monday 14th September, West Yorkshire
To bring together the findings from the Macmillan Cancer Support funded ‘Home but not Alone' study, to inform discussion about the future place of User-mentors in Head & Neck Cancer care and the ways in which their role can be further evaluated.
Event date: 14 September 2009
Further information: 'Home but not Alone' User-mentor Workshop - Monday 14th September, West Yorkshire
From: INVOLVE

Health Care events : upcoming conferences
There are a number of conferences coming up over the next couple of months based in London .......
Further information: Health Care events : upcoming conferences
Date added: 02/09/2009

Grey and Pleasant Land?: An Interdisciplinary Exploration of the Connectivity of Older People in Rural Civic Society.'
• How are older people connected to ‘civic society' in rural settings in England and Wales? • What is the impact of this connectivity on older people's quality of life in rural areas?
Further information: Grey and Pleasant Land?: An Interdisciplinary Exploration of the Connectivity of Older People in Rural Civic Society.'
Date added: 31/08/2009

Right To Control ....consultation event
On Monday 21st September 2009, Disability Wales will host an event on behalf of the Office for Disability Issues (ODI). The event is aimed at disabled people, older people and carers.
Event date: 25 September 2009
Further information: Right To Control ....consultation event
From: Disability Wales

Do you work with or advocate / provide advice for disabled people? If so the following courses may be of interest:
Further information: Do you work with or advocate / provide advice for disabled people? If so the following courses may be of interest:
From: Disability Law Service
Date added: 25/08/2009

Turning the Tide:Research by, for and with service users
'Turning the Tide' aims to share and discuss projects, ideas and experiences of service user involvement.
Event date: 12 April 2010
Further information: Turning the Tide:Research by, for and with service users

Research Assistant: Mental Health Foundation
The main purpose of this post is to provide administrative and basic research support to the research team and to support the participation Manager for the Right Here Initiative
Further information: Research Assistant: Mental Health Foundation
Date added: 06/08/2009

CoolTan Arts August News
COOLTAN ARTS E-BULLETIN AUGUST 2009 - Find out more what CoolTan Arts is all about and a brief overview of our activities and upcoming events
Further information: CoolTan Arts August News
From: CoolTan Arts
Date added: 05/08/2009

Social work education participation website
Visit the brand new Social work education participation website at Everything that you need to know about participation in social work education in one place!
Further information: Social work education participation website
From: Social Care Institute for Excellence (SCIE)
Date added: 05/08/2009

CoolTan Arts Largactyl Shuffle – Summer Heat, Love, Laughter
Saturday 15 August 2009, 12noon at Maudsley Hospital Join us with walk leader Catherine Bowen-Colthurst for another leisurely and informative shuffle through South London. The August walk explores Laughter and Well-being.
Event date: 15 August 2009
Further information: CoolTan Arts Largactyl Shuffle – Summer Heat, Love, Laughter
From: CoolTan Arts

UKDPC South West Regional Forum
The event is called “The Personalisation Agenda - Disabled Peoples' Organisations (DPOs) and the statutory authorities working together to transform Social Care” and is aimed at Disabled Peoples' Organisations (DPOs).
Event date: 25 September 2009
Further information: UKDPC South West Regional Forum
From: UK Disabled Peoples Council

The Government's taxing position on social care
Many people support the cost of social care being met through taxation – so why is the government dismissing this approach? - asks Peter Beresford
Further information: The Government's taxing position on social care
From: Shaping Our Lives National User Network
Date added: 30/07/2009

Assistant: This post is for a disabled young person
We want your experience and views of transition to influence the National Transition Support Team (NTST). The NTST is based at the Council for Disabled Children (CDC) in Islington, London.
Further information: Assistant: This post is for a disabled young person
Date added: 22/07/2009

P. A. law campaign - Stop the Difference
Article 19 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities says that governments must stop the difference in unequal conditions, stop institutionalization, stop state created dependency and ensure independent living for disabled
Further information: P. A. law campaign - Stop the Difference
Date added: 21/07/2009

Latest Issue from Disability Lib. (pdf)
Some of the issues covered..... Falconer amendment on assisted suicide defeated. British Medical Association Annual Representative Meeting Care. Job Seekers With Disabilities Face Discrimination At Application Stage
Further information: Latest Issue from Disability Lib. (pdf)
Date added: 20/07/2009

Latest newsletter from ENIL Independant Living
Further information: Latest newsletter from ENIL Independant Living
Date added: 20/07/2009

Freedom Drive. Strasbourg 2009: rally for independent living
This year's Freedom Drive, 14 - 17 September, will be the 4th event organised by the European Network on Independent Living (ENIL) where disabled people from many European countries join together and converge on the European Parliament in Strasbourg.
Event date: 17 September 2009
Further information: Freedom Drive. Strasbourg 2009: rally for independent living

Latest neswletter from NHS Centre for Involvement (pdf)
Further information: Latest neswletter from NHS Centre for Involvement (pdf)
Date added: 20/07/2009

New Australian horror film by people with disability premieres in Sydney
New Australian horror short film 'James Jones and the Living Dead', written and shot entirely by people with a disability, will premiere this year at Narellan United Cinema.
Further information: New Australian horror film by people with disability premieres in Sydney
Date added: 15/07/2009

Redefining Sanity conferences
The Redefining Sanity Agenda aims to actively contribute to the democratization of mental health treatment.
Event date: 2 October 2009
Further information: Redefining Sanity conferences

East Lancashire Community Action Project
ELCAP is committed to providing a variety of services to the local community in the East Lancashire area.
Further information: East Lancashire Community Action Project
Date added: 08/07/2009

Special Project Worker
Arts and Mental Health Charity is recruiting a Special Project Worker for the Largactyl Shuffle project. Closing date: 20 July 12noon
Further information: Special Project Worker
From: CoolTan Arts
Date added: 08/07/2009

Want to get your community group onto RADIO...?
A member of SOLNET is a community radio volunteer and is looking for active groups to have on his radio show....
Further information: Want to get your community group onto RADIO...?
From: GREATER MANCHESTER COALITION OF PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV AND AIDS
Date added: 07/07/2009

P/T National Network Manager (Mental health Advocacy)
As part of the development of Afiya's Mental Health Programme and team, the Trust is seeking to recruit to this exciting post.
Further information: P/T National Network Manager (Mental health Advocacy)
From: Catchafiya
Date added: 07/07/2009

4th Annual Conference of the National Social Work Action Network
The conference will take place at the University of Bath. Maps and directions can be found at www.bath.ac.uk
Event date: 11 September 2009
Further information: 4th Annual Conference of the National Social Work Action Network

Our exciting new programme for July
Welcome to CoolTan Arts E-bulletin July 2009 Events take place at CoolTan Arts Unit B 237 Walworth Rd SE171RL unless otherwise stated.
Further information: Our exciting new programme for July
From: CoolTan Arts
Date added: 01/07/2009

DVD of National Perceptions Forum
National Perceptions Forum is a service user/survivor organisation within Rethink and their members have produced a DVD
Further information: DVD of National Perceptions Forum
From: National Perceptions Forum
Date added: 30/06/2009

Job opportunities with A National Voice
Do you care about Care? A National Voice does. That's why, together with the Young People we are dedicated to supporting, we developed LILAC – the quality standard for Care Services. The BIG lottery fund care, too, and have committed to funding the
Further information: Job opportunities with A National Voice
Date added: 24/06/2009

Newsletter Expertise Centre Independent Living : June 2009
The Expertise Centre is a partnership between grassroots organizations working with and for disabled persons (and their representatives) that want to build up expertise about direct payments.
Further information: Newsletter Expertise Centre Independent Living : June 2009
Date added: 23/06/2009

User Led Organisations - your chance to decide what South West funding support should be spent on.
Please find below a link to a very important survey seeking your views on the allocation of Department of Health Funding for the South West Region.
Further information: User Led Organisations - your chance to decide what South West funding support should be spent on.
Date added: 22/06/2009

Stop Domestic Violence
Stop domestic violence nowWomen's Aid have created this space to help children and young people to understand domestic abuse, and how to take positive action if it's happening to you.
Further information: Stop Domestic Violence
Date added: 22/06/2009

Service User Empowerment Newsletter
Lifelong Learning, Social Inclusion and the Empowerment of Service Users
Further information: Service User Empowerment Newsletter
Date added: 22/06/2009

Latest newsletter from Disability Awareness in Action (pdf)
Further information: Latest newsletter from Disability Awareness in Action (pdf)
Date added: 17/06/2009

EU Equal Treatment Directive
The Equality and Human Rights Commission is inviting interested parties to feed in to our response to the Government's consultation on the EU Article 13 Equal Treatment directive.
Further information: EU Equal Treatment Directive
Date added: 17/06/2009

Online Support Groups for your Health Challenges
MDJunction is an active center for Online Support Groups, a place where thousands of patients meet every day to discuss their feelings, questions and hopes with like minded friends.
Further information: Online Support Groups for your Health Challenges
Date added: 15/06/2009

Do you want to speak out against mental health discrimination?
Time to Change's Open Up project is now open to applications for the Open Up Initiatives Scheme 2009.
Further information: Do you want to speak out against mental health discrimination?
Date added: 15/06/2009

Whose Disability Is It Anyway?
Let's start with a Community Care-type pub quiz. There are only two questions, so no big deal. Who wrote the following and when was it written?
Further information: Whose Disability Is It Anyway?
Date added: 15/06/2009

Reassessing black and minority ethnic mental health service user involvement
Following the launch of the new report Dancing to our own tunes:
Event date: 8 July 2009
Further information: Reassessing black and minority ethnic mental health service user involvement
From: Catchafiya

How to WRECK a Valued Service
These are extracts from a recent report by a government inspectorate:
Further information: How to WRECK a Valued Service
From: PP Eyes and PPlog
Date added: 10/06/2009

Independent Living Conference
Capita's 4th National Independent Living Conference provides the strategic and practical guidance necessary to ensure that your organisation is keeping pace with the ongoing transformation of disabled and older people's services nationwide.
Event date: 17 June 2009
Further information: Independent Living Conference

Reducing Restraints in Health and Social Care: Practice and policy perspectives
For some time there has been concern about the use of restraint on people who use health and social care services. The term restraint is used to cover a wide range of activities by means of which an individual's freedom of movement is restricted.
Further information: Reducing Restraints in Health and Social Care: Practice and policy perspectives
Date added: 09/06/2009

Spring 2009 Newsletter
We produce a quarterly newsletter with a broad range of news and articles on public involvement in NHS, public health and social care research.
Further information: Spring 2009 Newsletter
From: INVOLVE
Date added: 09/06/2009

Every Vote Counts
The Every Vote! Counts project was set up because not many people with a learning disability vote in elections, get involved in politics or have a say in how the country is run.
Further information: Every Vote Counts
Date added: 03/06/2009

Molly Cullen - Blessings on The Wild Child
Chipmunkapublishing.co.uk Shop Books, Multimedia, Music and Art from the Mental Health and Well Being Community
Further information: Molly Cullen - Blessings on The Wild Child
Date added: 03/06/2009

Healthy Living Event: For people with learning difficulties.
Bradford People First
Event date: 22 June 2009
Further information: Healthy Living Event: For people with learning difficulties.

British Institute for Human Rights (BIHR) photography project
BIHR is an independent human rights charity which promotes human rights throughout the UK, through awareness-raising, training, and information.
Further information: British Institute for Human Rights (BIHR) photography project
Date added: 03/06/2009

Mencap's magazine Viewpoint is looking for models for photoshoot
Last year Viewpoint featured stunning photos of young people with a learning disability. This year creative director Gary Harvey is looking for people with a learning disability aged 18-40 to take part in a new photoshoot.
Further information: Mencap's magazine Viewpoint is looking for models for photoshoot
Date added: 01/06/2009

DCSF Children and Youth Board 2009-2011 now recruiting!
The Department for Children, Schools and Families has now begun their search for 25 children and young people aged between 8 to 18 to form the Children and Youth Board 2009-2011.
Further information: DCSF Children and Youth Board 2009-2011 now recruiting!
Date added: 01/06/2009

Two new exciting posts have been created at the British Deaf Association.
The BDA is recruiting a Director of Policy and Campaigns, a full-time post, to work closely with the Board of Trustees and help develop, maintain and promote BDA policies and campaigns.
Further information: Two new exciting posts have been created at the British Deaf Association.
From: British Deaf Association
Date added: 01/06/2009

Depression UK's AGM.
Our next AGM will be held on Saturday the 25th July 2009 in the Carr's Lane Church Centre in Birmingham City centre. Visitors are most welcome to attend.
Event date: 25 July 2009
Further information: Depression UK's AGM.
From: Depression UK

Advocacy Trainer Co-ordinator
Do you want to make an impact on mental health services? CoolTan Arts, a charity set up by people with mental distress in 1996 are looking for a very special person with excellent training and advocacy expertise.
Further information: Advocacy Trainer Co-ordinator
From: CoolTan Arts
Date added: 27/05/2009

Get involved in making disabled children a political priority
This summer Every Disabled Child Matters (EDCM) want to work with disabled children and young people to develop a disabled young people's manifesto
Further information: Get involved in making disabled children a political priority
Date added: 25/05/2009

Involvement Advisor
We are looking for people who strive for the highest standards in everything they do and who share our commitment to promoting the value of social care in our communities.
Further information: Involvement Advisor
Date added: 25/05/2009

Ethnic Minority Cancer Awareness Week
The theme for this year is increasing awareness and early diagnosis of cancer among ethnic minority communities and groups. The week is organised by a collaboration of leading charities and we are aiming to work in a number of cities across England.
Further information: Ethnic Minority Cancer Awareness Week
From: Betterdays Cancer Care CIC

Don't let a disability keep you from travelling!
Travel to South Africa and join a safari that is disabled friendly. Go camping at a wheelchair accessible campsite in the wild! Your physical impairment no longer prevents your access to an adventure holiday & personal encounter with African wild animals!
Further information: Don't let a disability keep you from travelling!
Date added: 13/05/2009

The Office for Disability
The Office for Disability Issues has published a toolkit to help local authorities produce better information for disabled people.
Further information: The Office for Disability
Date added: 05/05/2009

FREE message in British Deaf News
British Deaf News features a 'Your Messages' page, which invites people to send in a short, FREE message on any of the following:
Further information: FREE message in British Deaf News
From: British Deaf Association
Date added: 05/05/2009

Vacancy at SCIE - Participation Project Manager
Please follow the link below for more information about this vacancy.
Further information: Vacancy at SCIE - Participation Project Manager
From: Social Care Institute for Excellence (SCIE)
Date added: 30/04/2009

Service Users Needed
The Involving People Advisory Group steers the development of the Involving People Network for the effective involvement of people in health and social care research.
Further information: Service Users Needed
From: Involving People
Date added: 28/04/2009

AllCareJobs is a popular site for jobs in social care.
Further information: AllCareJobs is a popular site for jobs in social care.
Date added: 28/04/2009

Local Involvement Network to enter and view premises where health or social care is provided
We have arranged three training sessions focussed on the right of a Local Involvement Network to enter and view premises where health or social care is provided.
Event date: 12 June 2009
Further information: Local Involvement Network to enter and view premises where health or social care is provided

2009 UK National Blind Sailing Championships
The East Anglian Sailing Trust,in conjunction with Haven Ports Yacht Club,are hosting the 2009 UK National Blind Sailing Championships
Event date: 21 June 2009
Further information: 2009 UK National Blind Sailing Championships

Disability Sport Showcase in Suffolk
Suffolk-based disability charity Optua is holding a Disability Sport Showcase at Farlingaye High School in Woodbridge on Saturday 09 May.
Event date: 9 May 2009
Further information: Disability Sport Showcase in Suffolk
From: Optua

Sharing Service User Knowledge...Can you help?
The government stresses the importance of service user knowledge and experience and more and more asks service users and our organisations to get involved.
Further information: Sharing Service User Knowledge...Can you help?
From: Shaping Our Lives National User Network
Date added: 15/04/2009

Pre-registration nursing education - Phase 2
Phase 2 of our Review of pre-registration nursing education is now underway. The Review focuses on the future and how nursing education programmes across the UK need to change in order to enable future nurses to meet the needs of patients.
Further information: Pre-registration nursing education - Phase 2
From: Nursing and Midwifery Council
Date added: 15/04/2009

Basic guidelines for people who commission Easy Read information
The purpose of this document is to provide a set of basic guidelines for people commissioning information in Easy Read aimed at people with learning disabilities.
Further information: Basic guidelines for people who commission Easy Read information
Date added: 15/04/2009

Consultation Day
WIAS IS HOLDING A FREE CONSULTATION DAY FOR ANY WOMEN WHO MAY HAVE, OR HAVE HAD, ALCOHOL ISSUES
Further information: Consultation Day
From: WIAS - Women's Independent Alcohol Support
Date added: 14/04/2009

Learning needs for PPI in Research: a brief survey by the NIHR CRN CC
The National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) Clinical Research Network (CRN) is carrying out an exercise to look at the ways in which training for Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) in research can best be provided.
Further information: Learning needs for PPI in Research: a brief survey by the NIHR CRN CC
Date added: 09/04/2009

The RADAR Blog ...
Here you will find regularly up-dated coverage, comment and analysis from RADAR of disability-related political and social issues....
Further information: The RADAR Blog ...
From: RADAR (The Royal Association For Disability And Rehabilitation)
Date added: 06/04/2009

Looking for free training and support in developing your BME Advocacy work?
The advocacy charity Advocacy Resource Exchange is offering you the chance to take part in a free and innovative training and support project.
Further information: Looking for free training and support in developing your BME Advocacy work?
Date added: 02/04/2009

Social Care Research Methods - Training for patients, Carers and service users.
Involving People and CRC Cymru (Clinical Research Collaboration Cymru) has organized the above training course for patients, carers and service users with an interest in getting involved in social care research. The course will be delivered by AWARD.
Event date: 24 April 2009
Further information: Social Care Research Methods - Training for patients, Carers and service users.
From: Involving People

uhad2bthere Newsletter 2009
Mothers don't usually like to get involved in their children's love lives. Lucy Baxter, however, is very different. Her son Otto, 21, has Down's Syndrome. She's signed him up to dating agencies, and is even considering paying for him to go
Further information: uhad2bthere Newsletter 2009
Date added: 31/03/2009

Putting people first: working together with user-led organisations
This document outlines the benefits that local organisations, and their residents, enjoy when they work with user-led organisations.
Further information: Putting people first: working together with user-led organisations
Date added: 26/03/2009

Have you been a victims and or a witnesses in a criminal court, or any party in civil or family court?
The government want to know about how you got on in court. Central England People First are looking for people for a research company to talk to about this. It will take an hour and you will get something for your time. If you are interested please get
Further information: Have you been a victims and or a witnesses in a criminal court, or any party in civil or family court?
From: Central England People First Ltd
Date added: 21/03/2009

Peter Beresford's blog on Community Care
If ever there were a time when social work needed allies, then it is now.
Further information: Peter Beresford's blog on Community Care
Date added: 18/03/2009

Do you want to get involved in a research study concerning probiotics?
This study is a 2 phase study. The first phase is a prospective observation study collecting initial data for 12 months across nine care homes.
Further information: Do you want to get involved in a research study concerning probiotics?
Date added: 16/03/2009

Board Management Opportunities for Disabled People
The Gain programme seeks to address the under-representation of disabled people at board level.
Further information: Board Management Opportunities for Disabled People
Date added: 11/03/2009

NHS Service User Involvement in Research – what can Research Ethics Committees do?
A discussion led by the National Research Ethics Service (NRES) and INVOLVE to present and discuss the work of the NHS Service User and Ethical Review Advisory Group
Event date: 25 March 2009
Further information: NHS Service User Involvement in Research – what can Research Ethics Committees do?
From: INVOLVE

Independent Living Awards 2009
Breakthrough UK Ltd is inviting nominations for its Independent Living Awards, which will highlight and celebrate commitment to the independence of disabled people.
Further information: Independent Living Awards 2009
From: Breakthrough UK Ltd
Date added: 02/03/2009

Barriers to Success: Muslim Women's Perspective, 12 March, Birmingham
The Commission's West Midlands regional team is organising a seminar – Barriers to Success: Muslim Women's Perspective – to recognise Muslim women's roles and contributions.
Event date: 12 March 2009
Further information: Barriers to Success: Muslim Women's Perspective, 12 March, Birmingham

National Science & Engineering Week 6-15 March 2009
Come and explore personal views of ageing through digital stories at Aberystwyth or Swansea
Event date: 14 March 2009
Further information: National Science & Engineering Week 6-15 March 2009

Communication Guide
I've noticed there are a lot of well-meant communication guides, usually written by large organisations (Local Authorities in particular) as advice for workers.
Further information: Communication Guide
From: The DAN (Disability Action Network)
Date added: 03/02/2009

The Secretary of State for Transport is seeking individual nominations and applications for membership to the Disabled Persons' Transport Advisory Committee (DPTAC).
The Secretary of State for Transport is seeking individual nominations and applications for membership to the Disabled Persons' Transport Advisory Committee (DPTAC).
Further information: The Secretary of State for Transport is seeking individual nominations and applications for membership to the Disabled Persons' Transport Advisory Committee (DPTAC).
Date added: 02/02/2009

Aiming high for disabled children
Equality 2025 is holding its first major event for young people in the North East.
Event date: 20 February 2009
Further information: Aiming high for disabled children
From: Equality 2025

Lesbian Gay Bisexual Trans History Month
Lesbian Gay Bisexual Trans History Month takes place every year in February. It celebrates the lives and achievements of the LGBT community. We are committed to celebrate its diversity and that of the society as a whole.
Further information: Lesbian Gay Bisexual Trans History Month
Date added: 28/01/2009

An independent Service User watchdog/monitor
Further information: An independent Service User watchdog/monitor
Date added: 28/01/2009

Being The Boss
This website has been created to address the lack of peer support available to disabled people who employ our own Personal Assistants (PAs).
Further information: Being The Boss
Date added: 28/01/2009

Depression Explained-Black Dog Institute
The Black Dog Institute is a not-for-profit, educational, research, clinical and community-oriented facility offering specialist expertise in depression and bipolar disorder.
Further information: Depression Explained-Black Dog Institute
Date added: 28/01/2009

Marketing and Bookings Manager
An exciting part time (16 hours) role in this small multi award winning charity preparing and finding work for musicians, artistes and workshop leaders
Further information: Marketing and Bookings Manager
From: Sound Minds
Date added: 27/01/2009

ANNUAL CONFERENCE Southwark User Council
Southwark User Council represents views of users across Southwark to the professionals who plan and run local mental health services.
Event date: 23 April 2009
Further information: ANNUAL CONFERENCE Southwark User Council

New mental health training 'for everyone'.
With one in four of us affected by mental health problems each year, service providers across Wales are being offered a new short training course to deal more effectively with these challanges.
Further information: New mental health training 'for everyone'.
Date added: 26/01/2009

An exciting opportunity for disabled writers
Script, in association with Outside Centre, presents an in-depth Introduction to Screenwriting Course to provide training for disabled writers to create their own stories for the screen.
Further information: An exciting opportunity for disabled writers
Date added: 26/01/2009

SOUTHWARK MIND NEEDS YOU!
Southwark User Council (SUC) is managed by Southwark Mind, a user-run, user-led organisation campaigning for better local mental health services.
Further information: SOUTHWARK MIND NEEDS YOU!
Date added: 18/01/2009

Common Assessment Framework for Adults
The Common Assessment Framework (CAF) for Adults is a generic approach to assessing the health, social care and wider support needs of individual adults. Through the sharing of appropriate information, it aims to support improved coordination.
Event date: 20 February 2009
Further information: Common Assessment Framework for Adults

Invite to book launch, ' The Colours in Me '
Please celebrate the publication of ‘The Colours in Me: Writing and poetry by adopted children and young people' by coming along to the launch on Monday 16 February from 11.30 am – 4pm in London.
Event date: 16 February 2009
Further information: Invite to book launch, ' The Colours in Me '
From: Transnational and Transracial Adoption Group

Launch of new website and online discussion forum
The Council for Disabled Children and partners are working as the national transition support team (ntst) for the Transition Support Programme.
Further information: Launch of new website and online discussion forum
Date added: 12/01/2009

LGB Mental Health Project and Survey
Do you have experiences of mental health services as an LGB person?
Further information: LGB Mental Health Project and Survey
Date added: 12/01/2009

Croydon Vision is a free quarterly publication distributed across the Croydon borough.
The magazine aims to create an awareness within the disabled and non disabled communities of issues facing disabled people in Croydon.
Further information: Croydon Vision is a free quarterly publication distributed across the Croydon borough.
From: Disability Croydon
Date added: 07/01/2009

New Space Needed
Sound Minds will be moving in the Spring. If anyone can help with offers of space in Wandsworth,London please get in touch!
Further information: New Space Needed
From: Sound Minds
Date added: 05/01/2009

Employer of the Year Award
Epilepsy Scotland is encouraging every organisation across the country to apply. All they need is staff recruitment and career development procedures that meet current disability employment law. That entitles them to a best practice certificate. Small
Further information: Employer of the Year Award
From: Epilepsy Scotland
Date added: 18/12/2008

Independent Mental Health Advocates
From April 2009, statutory access to an Independent Mental Health Advocate (IMHA) will be available to patients subject to certain aspects of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Further information: Independent Mental Health Advocates
Date added: 17/12/2008

we all shotpudsey bear facebook group
a new facebook group as started dedicated to the eradication of pudsey. this has strong links with the direct action network facebook group. both have very interesting photos and discussions and the occasional event to celebrate.Feel free to join.
Further information: we all shotpudsey bear facebook group
From: Brent Advocacy Concerns
Date added: 10/12/2008

Your Level Best
Although the law has changed and improved the situation for disabled customers, most pubs and restaurants are NOT disabled aware yet. That's why there's a need for a list like this. The FAQ page gives more information.
Further information: Your Level Best
Date added: 03/12/2008

Disability equality reports published
On 1 December 2008, 11 Secretaries of State published reports on the progress they have made towards disability equality.
Further information: Disability equality reports published
Date added: 01/12/2008

Regional Discussion Group for Visually Impaired People
Event date: 18 February 2009
Further information: Regional Discussion Group for Visually Impaired People
From: Sight Service, Gateshead and South Tyneside

Celebrate Recovery
“Two or three years ago I realised that you really could recover [from mental illness]…I thought that once you had it, that was it – but you can recover. I find that quite an amazing fact…”
Event date: 15 December 2008
Further information: Celebrate Recovery

RESEARCH PROJECT TO ASCERTAIN THE IMPORTANT FACTORS THAT CONTRIBUTE TO A SUCCESSFUL RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE PERSONAL ASSISTANT (PA) AND THE PA EMPLOYER.
We are looking for Disabled People who employ their own Personal Assistants.....
Further information: RESEARCH PROJECT TO ASCERTAIN THE IMPORTANT FACTORS THAT CONTRIBUTE TO A SUCCESSFUL RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE PERSONAL ASSISTANT (PA) AND THE PA EMPLOYER.
Date added: 24/11/2008

UK Mental Health Voice
Our aim is to provide a range of mental health voices from the United Kingdom through our web directory. USERS - CARERS - STAFF - VOLUNTEERS - ALLIED WORKERS
Further information: UK Mental Health Voice
Date added: 24/11/2008

Don't miss the chance to have your say on the future of England's Care and Support system
The Government is preparing a Green Paper on the future of care and support in England, and wants to hear service users' views. Their findings will be presented in a Green Paper to be published early in 2009. Deadline for submissions: 28th November
Further information: Don't miss the chance to have your say on the future of England's Care and Support system
Date added: 20/11/2008

Equality and Human Rights Commission/Consulting on our future plans
We are developing our three-year strategic plan and equality scheme, both of which will be published in April 2009. We are also looking at ways in which we can shape our grants programme in line with our strategic priorities.
Further information: Equality and Human Rights Commission/Consulting on our future plans
Date added: 19/11/2008

National Skills Academy for Social Care job opportunities
The National Skills Academy for Social Care is seeking to appoint its first Director. Initially, the post will be hosted by SCIE and based at Golding's House, 2 Hays Lane, London SE1 2HB.
Further information: National Skills Academy for Social Care job opportunities
From: Social Care Institute for Excellence (SCIE)
Date added: 19/11/2008

Deaf Heritage DVD shows ‘Signs of our Times'
Life before technology, the importance of sport and the impact of the Troubles, are just three of the topics covered in a new DVD that has been launched by the Deaf Association of Northern Ireland (DANI).
Further information: Deaf Heritage DVD shows ‘Signs of our Times'
From: British Dyslexia Association
Date added: 17/11/2008

Lottery Funding Advice Surgery
For every £1 that the public spends on Lottery tickets 28 pence goes to the Lottery good causes.
Event date: 25 November 2008
Further information: Lottery Funding Advice Surgery
From: Poole Mental Health Forum

Unlocking poor neighbourhoods
We want community organisations to be able to pay people to do work that strengthens their neighbourhood without it affecting any of their benefits.
Further information: Unlocking poor neighbourhoods
Date added: 17/11/2008

Holidays from Home
Holidays From Home provides free virtual holidays for people who are bed or house bound or who are unable to travel due to illness or disability.
Further information: Holidays from Home
Date added: 17/11/2008

RELATIONSHIP MATTERS: building our knowledge and networks event
relationship matters: building our knowledge and networks event
Event date: 9 December 2008
Further information: RELATIONSHIP MATTERS: building our knowledge and networks event
From: Independent Living Alternatives (ILA)

Person Centred Technology - Conference Supporting People with Learning Disabilities
This one-day conference will look at Person Centred Technology, including Assistive Technology and Telecare and start to look at the real issues, exploring case studies.
Event date: 27 January 2008
Further information: Person Centred Technology - Conference Supporting People with Learning Disabilities

SOUND MINDS SCOOPS FILM AWARD
Sound Minds film Booth D 76 took the award for Best Student Picture at the 2 Days Later film festival held at the screening and ceremony at Margate's Theatre Royal on Saturday 25th October.
Further information: SOUND MINDS SCOOPS FILM AWARD
From: Sound Minds
Date added: 10/11/2008

International Day of Persons with Disabilities
The annual observance of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, 3 December, aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities.
Event date: 3 December 2008
Further information: International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Independent Inquiry into Access to Healthcare for People with Learning Disabilities
The Inquiry, led by Sir Jonathan Michael, sought to identify the action needed to ensure adults and children with learning disabilities receive appropriate treatment in acute and primary healthcare in England.
Further information: Independent Inquiry into Access to Healthcare for People with Learning Disabilities
Date added: 10/11/2008

Pre-Launch of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans History Month February 2009
This event is part of The National Anti Bullying Week LGBT History Month is a tool to support and promote all the equality strands. The Pre-Launch begins at 6.30pm - doors will be open from 6pm
Event date: 19 November 2008
Further information: Pre-Launch of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans History Month February 2009

Safeguarding adults: a consultation on the review of the ‘No Secrets' guidance
The Department of Health, the Home Office and the Ministry of Justice have launched the national consultation on the review of the No Secrets guidance.
Further information: Safeguarding adults: a consultation on the review of the ‘No Secrets' guidance
Date added: 03/11/2008

The DAN News
This is the Summer quarterly newsletter produced by the Disability Action Network based in Plymouth, Devon. Scroll down the DAN web page to Summer 2008 for the latest edition.
Further information: The DAN News
From: The DAN (Disability Action Network)
Date added: 28/10/2008

HEALTH, SOCIAL CARE AND DISABILITY EQUALITY
RADAR is hosting a seminar to enable disabled people and disability organisations with expertise in health and social care to feed directly into the Department of Health's Secretary of State report on the Disability Equality Duty.
Event date: 29 October 2008
Further information: HEALTH, SOCIAL CARE AND DISABILITY EQUALITY
From: RADAR (The Royal Association For Disability And Rehabilitation)

Equality 2025 National Public meeting
Equality 2025 is hosting its National Public Meeting on Monday 3 November at the Birmingham International Conference Centre.
Event date: 3 November 2008
Further information: Equality 2025 National Public meeting
From: Equality 2025

The Voice
for users, refusers, survivors & allies of mental health services in North Staffordshire
Further information: The Voice
From: North Staffs Users Group
Date added: 08/10/2008

Normality Testing Machine
The Mad Hatters of Bath will be taking the Normality Testing Machine to London to join Rufus May and the Bed Push Crew as we escape from oppressive psychiatry.
Event date: 10 October 2008
Further information: Normality Testing Machine
From: Mental Health Survivors Movement History Group

EQUALITY NEWS issue 4
We're delighted to bring you the fourth issue of Equality News.
Further information: EQUALITY NEWS issue 4
Date added: 06/10/2008

Learn to Sign Week
Every year the British Deaf Association (BDA) holds a National event to help raise awareness and encourage people to learn British Sign Language (BSL).
Event date: 13 October 2008
Further information: Learn to Sign Week
From: British Deaf Association

Dyslexia Awareness Week 2008
Dyslexia Awareness Week 2008 is running between the 3rd to the 9th November. The aim of Dyslexia Awareness Week is to raise awareness about dyslexia and a specific issue. This year the theme is Accessible Formats.
Further information: Dyslexia Awareness Week 2008
From: British Dyslexia Association
Date added: 06/10/2008

The Big Opt Out. Campaign
The NHS Confidentiality campaign was set up to protect patient confidentiality and to provide a focus for patient-led opposition the government's NHS Care Records System.
Further information: The Big Opt Out. Campaign
Date added: 06/10/2008

The RADAR debates
RADAR is organising a series of debates to promote discussion of the relevance of disability equality to solving some of today's biggest political challenges.
Event date: 8 October 2008
Further information: The RADAR debates
From: RADAR (The Royal Association For Disability And Rehabilitation)

One in Four
If you have a mental health difficulty and would like to be involved in the production of a high quality magazine, One in Four would like to hear from you.
Further information: One in Four
Date added: 01/10/2008

Product reviews - new website
If you: • Are unhappy about poor products? • Feel you have been ripped off? • Found a great product. Have your say! The website is independent and run by Ricability. If you do not have access to the internet you can still take part.
Further information: Product reviews - new website
From: Ricability
Date added: 01/10/2008

Contributing to our Newsletter.....
Shaping Our Lives is putting together their next newsletter...we would like to hear from you....
Further information: Contributing to our Newsletter.....
From: Shaping Our Lives National User Network
Date added: 01/10/2008

World Mental Health Day and Black History Month
SOUND MINDS celebrate 15 years at our Battersea base with a busy month of events to coincide with World Mental Health Day (10th October) & Black History Month:
Event date: 29 November 2008
Further information: World Mental Health Day and Black History Month
From: Sound Minds

Victory for BME Womens' group with implications for the wider VCS
On 18 July at the High Court, Southall Black Sisters (SBS) won a major victory against Ealing Council which had cut funding for its services for BME women experiencing domestic violence.
Further information: Victory for BME Womens' group with implications for the wider VCS
Date added: 29/09/2008

Annual General Meeting of the Public Guardian Board
The Public Guardian Board is an independent body set up to scrutinise and review the way in which the Public Guardian discharges his functions.
Event date: 7 October 2008
Further information: Annual General Meeting of the Public Guardian Board
From: Poole Mental Health Forum

Gloucestershire Association for Disability (GAD)
Gloucestershire Association for Disability (GAD) is a Funding Trust. GAD aims to improve and promote the welfare of people with disabilities, other than those with a serious mental health condition, within the County of Gloucestershire.
Further information: Gloucestershire Association for Disability (GAD)
Date added: 22/09/2008

Pier to Pier Walk
To mark world mental health day Dorset Mind are meeting at Boscombe pier 10am Everyone Welcome
Event date: 11 October 2008
From: Poole Mental Health Forum

Uhad2bthere Disability resource site
Through this site I hope to bring together a searchable database of Charities, Organisations, Companies and Service Providers from all around the UK,
Further information: Uhad2bthere Disability resource site
Date added: 17/09/2008

Call for Artists who are or who have been CARERS
An open art exhibition and weekend of public events centred around the theme of ‘Caring/Carers, will take place in late Spring 2009.
Event date: 31 December 2008
Further information: Call for Artists who are or who have been CARERS

The future of Care and Support
England has a care and support system that aims to help people to be independent, active and healthy throughout their lives. Because we are all living longer and have changing expectations, this system needs to change.
Further information: The future of Care and Support
Date added: 16/09/2008

Bristol Disability Equality Forum
This is your chance to have more control over what support you get and when and where you get it.
Further information: Bristol Disability Equality Forum
Date added: 04/09/2008

No Limits 2008 London Village and Wideaware
Wideaware will partner with the Greater London Authority, Business Link London and Direct Enquiries – the nationwide access register- to deliver the London Village initiative at the No Limits 2008 event in September at the Excel Centre.
Event date: 17 September 2008
Further information: No Limits 2008 London Village and Wideaware
From: Wideaware Training and Consultancy Ltd

Development of guidance for the care of older people
We are in the process of developing guidance that deals specifically with the care of older people and would like to invite you to attend one of a series of meetings at which you will have the opportunity to give us your feedback on the draft guidance.
Event date: 16 October 2008
Further information: Development of guidance for the care of older people
From: Nursing and Midwifery Council

Open Day -Food &Jammin
I'ts that time again don't miss the packed day of activities and gourmet food by our chefs extraordinairre.
Event date: 5 September 2008
Further information: Open Day -Food &Jammin
From: Sound Minds

Equality 2025 West Midlands regional meeting in Walsall
Equality 2025 Walsall, West Midland meeting
Event date: 30 September 2008
Further information: Equality 2025 West Midlands regional meeting in Walsall
From: Equality 2025

Both Ways Housing Project
Both Ways is a Housing Matching Service for people with a learning disability who want shared housing in Worcestershire. Read all about it on this page.
Further information: Both Ways Housing Project
From: Our Way Self Advocacy
Date added: 01/09/2008

Beyond consultation - stakeholder meetings
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) will be running five stakeholder events throughout the UK in late September. The events will be open to nurses and midwives, members of the public and intersted organisations.
Event date: 30 September 2008
Further information: Beyond consultation - stakeholder meetings
From: Nursing and Midwifery Council

New BME Capacity Builders Project Worker
This is an exciting three year project to improve access to accredited training for BME voluntary and community sector organisations working with people with learning disabilities.
Further information: New BME Capacity Builders Project Worker
Date added: 27/08/2008

Radar change network
Do you want: · Equality for disabled people built into national and local policies from the outset? · Full social inclusion for all disabled people? · Your voice heard by legislators and policy makers? · An end to discrimination?
Further information: Radar change network
From: RADAR (The Royal Association For Disability And Rehabilitation)
Date added: 20/08/2008

Are you a patient / carer / service user?
Do you want to get involved in the work of ‘Designed to add value'?
Further information: Are you a patient / carer / service user?
From: Involving People
Date added: 20/08/2008

Cardiff Hosts ‘Back to the Future' Conference
The thriving city of Cardiff played host to this year's BDA conference on 8-9th August.
Further information: Cardiff Hosts ‘Back to the Future' Conference
From: British Deaf Association
Date added: 20/08/2008

EDF's free electronic newsletter
EDF's free electronic newsletter is emailed every two to three weeks to a growing number of subscribers, including: local authority, health and educational service providers; voluntary organisation workers; lawyers; academics; government officials and
Further information: EDF's free electronic newsletter
Date added: 18/08/2008

Equality 2025 South West regional meeting
Regional meeting for disabled people at the Eden Project, Cornwall
Event date: 18 September 2008
Further information: Equality 2025 South West regional meeting
From: Equality 2025

Working towards quality personalised services
Choice and Opportunity for People with a Learning Disability:
Event date: 8 October 2008
Further information: Working towards quality personalised services

The Experiences and Expectations of Disabled People
New study shows that despite progress, disability equality gap remains
Further information: The Experiences and Expectations of Disabled People
Date added: 11/08/2008

Get Involved! New Project: Better access to legal advice for disabled people
Disability Law Service are starting an exciting stage of England-wide development work; we want to improve access to high quality free legal advice for disabled people and their families and carers. Click the link to find out how you can get involved.
Further information: Get Involved! New Project: Better access to legal advice for disabled people
From: Disability Law Service
Date added: 06/08/2008

Latest e newsletter from Equality and Diversity Forum
The newsletter contains information about new equality and human rights legislation, policy and publications, as well as details of forthcoming events and job vacancies.
Further information: Latest e newsletter from Equality and Diversity Forum
Date added: 04/08/2008

Implementing Personalised Care in Adult Services: Individual budgets, self-directed support, direct payments and in control
Personalisation is set to be the most significant reform of social care in the last sixty years.
Event date: 24 September 2008
Further information: Implementing Personalised Care in Adult Services: Individual budgets, self-directed support, direct payments and in control

The Kingston Indepedent
KCIL's newsletter The Kingston Independent is available online here.
Further information: The Kingston Indepedent
From: Kingston Centre for Independent Living
Date added: 30/07/2008

The Kirkton Beat,
A fun group that teaches children of all ages to play drums. They have been invited to open a few local events and the children are quite rightly proud of themselves.
Further information: The Kirkton Beat,
From: Kirkton Community Support
Date added: 30/07/2008

Latest neswletter
Further information: Latest neswletter
From: Surrey Coalition of Disabled People
Date added: 28/07/2008

WANTED: User-Led Organisations (ULO) Specialist
REWARD: Opportunity to influence and shape the Department of Health User-Led Organisations Project
Further information: WANTED: User-Led Organisations (ULO) Specialist
Date added: 28/07/2008

Launch of the General Social Care Council Consultation on our Draft Single Equality Scheme
We would like your view on our Draft Single Equality Scheme (2008-11) which explains how we (as the organisation responsible for social care workers in England) will make our services fair for everyone and value difference in everything we do.
Further information: Launch of the General Social Care Council Consultation on our Draft Single Equality Scheme
Date added: 25/07/2008

Latest news from ECDP
Further information: Latest news from ECDP
From: Essex Coalition of Disabled People (ECDP)
Date added: 23/07/2008

LA Extravaganza
LA Inspirational Day An Amputee Extravaganza! 6 September 2008 10.00-5.30pm Feltham Community College, Browells Lane, Feltham,TW13 7EF
Event date: 6 September 2008
Further information: LA Extravaganza

Personal Assistant/Carer support for holidays
Do you have a problem finding a Personal Assistant/Carer to Support You on Holiday? Would you be interested in taking part in a small piece of research to look at the gap in the market?
Further information: Personal Assistant/Carer support for holidays
Date added: 22/07/2008

Get Your Voice Heard
An opportunity to let the All Party Parliamentary Group on AIDS know how to improve the lives of people with HIV.
Event date: 24 July 2008
Further information: Get Your Voice Heard

CRITICAL PERSPECTIVES ON USER INVOLVEMENT
Call for conference workshop contributions from: · People with an interest in service user involvement who may be service users,carers, academic/researchers, activists,and/or user involvement professionals.
Event date: 24 April 2009
Further information: CRITICAL PERSPECTIVES ON USER INVOLVEMENT

Asylum! Conference and Festival
Asylum! Conference and Festival Themes: Celebrating Terence McLaughlin – Life, work and change; Professional and User Involvement – Radical practice;
Event date: 9 September 2008
Further information: Asylum! Conference and Festival

NEWSFLASH voice of disabled people Kensington and Chelsea
Further information: NEWSFLASH voice of disabled people Kensington and Chelsea
From: Action Disability Kensington and Chelsea
Date added: 16/07/2008

Inclusion and Exclusion conference 2008 Call for papers
The Social Services Research Group(SSRG), Race Equality Foundation (REF) and INVOLVE are organising a conference, to be held at SOAS, University of London, Thornhaugh Street, London on Thursday 20th November 2008, and are now calling for papers.
Event date: 20 November 2008
Further information: Inclusion and Exclusion conference 2008 Call for papers
From: INVOLVE

BLACK & MINORITY ETHNIC MENTAL HEALTH ADVOCACY WORKER
Working for excellent practice in mental health services in London Borough of Haringey.
Further information: BLACK & MINORITY ETHNIC MENTAL HEALTH ADVOCACY WORKER
Date added: 16/07/2008

On The Grapevine (pdf)
Magazine of Launchpad, by and for mental health service users in Newcastle
Further information: On The Grapevine (pdf)
From: Launchpad
Date added: 16/07/2008

Reducing Health Inequalities: learning from what works
What works (and what doesn't): communication & transfer of learning The Department of Health has provided some funding to help voluntary and community organisations develop an understanding of what works to address health inequalities.
Further information: Reducing Health Inequalities: learning from what works
Date added: 15/07/2008

The Voice - Newsletter
All the latest news from the North Staffs User Group
Further information: The Voice - Newsletter
From: North Staffs Users Group
Date added: 09/07/2008

Electronic Quality Information for Patients
Welcome to this gateway to quality health and social care information for UK patients, their families and carers.
Further information: Electronic Quality Information for Patients
Date added: 07/07/2008

Paralympic Talent Day
Identifying Talent for Vancouver 2010 and London 2012
Event date: 26 July 2008
Further information: Paralympic Talent Day

A National Voice
We have now created a page in ‘Our Stuff' for clips from videos that we have made over the years. The first one we have posted is a recent video that we made to explain a little bit about what ANV is and the kind of stuff we do.
Further information: A National Voice
Date added: 02/07/2008

Chair, Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) is recruiting to the post of Chair.
Further information: Chair, Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
From: Nursing and Midwifery Council
Date added: 02/07/2008

Job vacancy: Mental Health Empowerment Coordinator
Wolverhampton Voluntary Sector Council (WVSC) is seeking to recruit a full time Mental Health Empowerment Co-ordinator. Salary £28,172 - £31,606pa plus pension contribution. Closing date: Thursday 10th July 2008; interview date: Monday 21st July 2008.
Further information: Job vacancy: Mental Health Empowerment Coordinator
Date added: 26/06/2008

IAN DIAZ An audience with the Battersea-based cult filmmaker
Entry is free, but PLEASE EMAIL or RING to book your place! Ian will talk about his work and reveal tricks and tips for low-2-zero budget filmmaking.
Event date: 2 July 2008
Further information: IAN DIAZ An audience with the Battersea-based cult filmmaker
From: Sound Minds

DAD BBQ in the Park- Friday 4th July
MEGA Quiz! Teams up to 8 GREAT Fun! Charity Auction! Stand-up Bingo! Big Raffle! GREAT Prizes! Only £7 per person (includes food) with Licensed Bar Book your Tickets now by calling Caroline Thompson on 01925 240064 or by visiting:- • Centre for Independen
Event date: 4 July 2008
Further information: DAD BBQ in the Park- Friday 4th July
From: Warrington Disability Partnership

Refugee Week
Refugee Week is a UK wide programme of events which celebrate the contribution of refugees to the UK.
Event date: 22 June 2008
Further information: Refugee Week

Disability Awareness Day 2008
Over 250 exhibitors, including equipment suppliers, transport, holidays, leisure, support groups and services promoting independence throughout life and work. Arts Marquee, Main Arena Acts and Sports Area. Europes largest voluntary-led independent living
Event date: 6 July 2008
Further information: Disability Awareness Day 2008
From: Warrington Disability Partnership

Walks on Wheels
Take the opportunity to walk and explore the northern part of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) by downloading one of the walks below.
Further information: Walks on Wheels
Date added: 16/06/2008

Signs of the world
Jenny Sealey in association with Graeae Theatre Company Deaf artist and Graeae Artistic Director Jenny Sealey has created a series of still images and a short film that demonstrates the international diversity of sign language.
Event date: 29 June 2008
Further information: Signs of the world

Calling the NHS to Account - seminar
Dr Richard Taylor Independent MP for Wyre Forest Malcolm Alexander National Association of LINKs members Clive Wilkinson, Chair Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust Monica Dennis - A Dignified Revolution
Event date: 20 June 2008
Further information: Calling the NHS to Account - seminar

Seeking new recruits for the Maudsley Twin Study
The Maudsley Twin Study at the Institute of Psychiatry has been running for 50 years.
Further information: Seeking new recruits for the Maudsley Twin Study
From: Shaping Our Lives National User Network
Date added: 09/06/2008

Healthy volunteers wanted for MindSearch Database
Would you like to help defeat mental illness and neurological disease? Want to be involved in the latest cutting edge research?
Further information: Healthy volunteers wanted for MindSearch Database
Date added: 09/06/2008

Making Ourselves Heard
Ensuring Every Disabled Child's Right to be Heard Becomes a Reality
Further information: Making Ourselves Heard
Date added: 09/06/2008

Moving People Projects....
Moving People's 28 community projects will help improve the physical health and wellbeing of around 25,000 people with mental health problems.
Further information: Moving People Projects....
Date added: 09/06/2008

National LGBT Youth Film Competition
London's LGBT Youth Council and Pride London are pleased to announce the Launch of a National Competition to hear from Young LGBT People.
Event date: 3 July 2008
Further information: National LGBT Youth Film Competition

Participation Works
This site is an online gateway to the world of children and young people's participation.
Further information: Participation Works
Date added: 04/06/2008

Our Lives, Our Choices
‘Our Lives, Our Choices' is a coalition of disabled people, older people, carers and gender equality organisations campaigning for rights to Independent Living.
Event date: 11 June 2008
Further information: Our Lives, Our Choices
From: RADAR (The Royal Association For Disability And Rehabilitation)

Find The Latest News
Visit this page often to keep up with all SVI's news, events and gossip.
Further information: Find The Latest News
From: Sandwell Visually Impaired
Date added: 28/05/2008

Lost in Transition
We are pleased to announce the date and venue for our 2nd Annual 'Lost in Transition?' conference - it will be held on 26th November 2008 at the Inmarsat conference centre in Central London.
Event date: 26 November 2008
Further information: Lost in Transition
From: Shaping Our Lives National User Network

TRAINING FOR PERSONAL ASSISTANTS WORKING DIRECTLY WITH PA USERS
ARC supports providers of services to people with a learning disability. We also carry out research throughout social care. Independent Living Alternatives promotes the right of disabled people to live independently. ILA is an organisation managed
Further information: TRAINING FOR PERSONAL ASSISTANTS WORKING DIRECTLY WITH PA USERS
From: Independent Living Alternatives (ILA)
Date added: 19/05/2008

Research and Development Open Day
The open day will include a number of posters and activities to highlight the wide variety, high quality research that has been and is currently being carried out within the Trust.
Event date: 16 July 2008
Further information: Research and Development Open Day
From: INVOLVE

Making Information Accessible
Free Accredited Training for the Voluntary and Community Sector
Event date: 22 May 2008
Further information: Making Information Accessible
From: Disability Arts Empowerment (D'ArtE) CIC

Giving a voice to people with mental health problems
The Shift Speakers Bureau is an exciting project which supports people who have mental health problems to speak out about their experiences in the media.
Further information: Giving a voice to people with mental health problems
Date added: 13/05/2008

Action for Blind People e-news May 2008
Information includes: New Welfare Rights Fact Sheets
Further information: Action for Blind People e-news May 2008
Date added: 13/05/2008

SOUNDWELL MUSIC THERAPY TRUST
Job title – Marketing and Income Generation Co-ordinator
Further information: SOUNDWELL MUSIC THERAPY TRUST
Date added: 13/05/2008

Another Assault
Mind's report, Another assault, exposes the shocking extent to which people with mental health problems are the victims of harassment, bullying and physical or sexual abuse in the community.
Further information: Another Assault
Date added: 13/05/2008

Shift Speakers Bureau Questionnaire
This questionnaire is connected to the Giving a voice to people with mental health problems project.
Further information: Shift Speakers Bureau Questionnaire
Date added: 13/05/2008

Equality and diversity group (patients and public)
We are keen to discuss the implications for nurses, midwives and people who use their services, of the objectives and actions which will form the basis of our Disability, Gender and Joint Equality Schemes.
Event date: 6 June 2008
Further information: Equality and diversity group (patients and public)
From: Nursing and Midwifery Council

This is my life, and i choose to love it....
My life on a plate! A place where I get to waffle on about anything and everything, and hopefully raise some awareness about Cystic Fibrosis and organ donation on the way.
Further information: This is my life, and i choose to love it....
Date added: 30/04/2008

Breakthrough UK Open Day
Breakthrough's Manchester Open Day is on Thursday 5th June from 10am to 3pm. Join us at our Head Office in Ardwick to help us celebrate 10 years of success and to find out about our vision for the next 10 years.
Event date: 5 June 2008
Further information: Breakthrough UK Open Day
From: Breakthrough UK Ltd

Articles of interest
This page gives you the opportunity to submit the title of a book or article that you have read and think others would find interesting.
Further information: Articles of interest
Date added: 22/04/2008

I am human.....
These are photos of humans with MAD PRIDE!
Further information: I am human.....
Date added: 21/04/2008

MindFreedom Free Live Web Radio Info Center
Listen and call-in live every Wednesday at 4 pm EST, or listen to archives.
Further information: MindFreedom Free Live Web Radio Info Center
Date added: 21/04/2008

Coordinator/Director Required
Footsteps Arts is a mental health service user-led registered charity arts group based in West London.
Further information: Coordinator/Director Required
From: Footsteps Arts
Date added: 21/04/2008

Nutter TV
Is being ‘psychotic' a distinct state? How thin and porous are the boundaries with ‘normal' reality?
Further information: Nutter TV
Date added: 21/04/2008

News about the MFI Global Campaign Committee
Learn about the people and plans in the MFI Global Campaign Committee as they support the voice of psychiatric survivors globally.
Further information: News about the MFI Global Campaign Committee
Date added: 21/04/2008

The Escapists
The CD came about due to a programme called Vinyl Dreams produced by a charity, Shape, in Islington.
Further information: The Escapists
Date added: 21/04/2008

National BME cancer Awareness week 7th-13th July
Betterdays Cancer Care Is contributing to the 1st National BME cancer Awareness week. Of which we propose to hold a week of Information events to engage diverse groups to raise awareness of breast health in the BME community to increase uptake of services
Event date: 7 July 2008
Further information: National BME cancer Awareness week 7th-13th July
From: Betterdays Cancer Care CIC

ASYLUM online
AN INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE FOR DEMOCRATIC PSYCHIATRY, PSYCHOLOGY, EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT INCORPORATING THE NEWSLETTER OF PSYCHOLOGY POLITICS RESISTANCE (PPR)
Further information: ASYLUM online
Date added: 16/04/2008

Fatima womens network
an online resource designed to represent all women's issues at a regional and national level.
Further information: Fatima womens network
Date added: 14/04/2008

Half time Project Support Worker
18.75 hours per week (5 half days) NJC scale Point 11 £14,197 per annum (7098.00 pro rata) Required from May 2008 to assist on our expanding development project. Closing date 21st April 2008
Further information: Half time Project Support Worker
From: Greater Manchester Neurological Alliance
Date added: 11/04/2008

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LINks MEMBERS
Patient and Public Involvement in Health and Social Care National body of health activists launched
Further information: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LINks MEMBERS
Date added: 07/04/2008

CancerHelp UK Your Stories
CancerHelp UK is a free information service about cancer and cancer care for people with cancer and their families.
Further information: CancerHelp UK Your Stories
Date added: 02/04/2008

The Leeds Mind Conference 2008
The Leeds Mind Conference 2008 will bring together some of the most inspiring speakers within the mental health field to introduce delegates to ideas which are literally changing the face of mental health.
Event date: 16 May 2008
Further information: The Leeds Mind Conference 2008

Personal experiences of health and illness
DIPEx shows you a wide variety of personal experiences of health and illness. You can watch, listen to or read their interviews, find reliable information on treatment choices and where to find support.
Further information: Personal experiences of health and illness
Date added: 02/04/2008

Mental Health Survivors Movement History Group Newsletter
Latest Newsletter available from website
From: Mental Health Survivors Movement History Group
Date added: 31/03/2008

Latest News and Events
The aim of the UK Dermatology Clinical Trials Network (UK DCTN) is to conduct high-quality, multicentre, randomised controlled trials (RCTs) that answer questions of importance to clinicians and patients.
Further information: Latest News and Events
Date added: 31/03/2008

The ACT NoW Study- Involving Service Users in Research.
This document has been written for the UK Stroke Research Network and is intended to be a guide for individuals who are intending to involve service users in research.
Further information: The ACT NoW Study- Involving Service Users in Research.
Date added: 31/03/2008