This year, DMU will host an exciting and inclusive programme of virtual and in-person events from Tuesday 14th November to Saturday 16th December to mark Disability History Month (DHM).
UK Disability History Month (UKDHM) is an annual month-long celebration of the history of the disability rights movement, celebrating the lives of disabled people, past and present, and commemorating the achievements of disabled people. Search @UKDHM on social media or share your posts using #UKDHM.
UKDHM aims to achieve equality for disabled people and combat ableism by exploring oppression. This year’s theme is ‘Disability, Children and Young People’.
Building on the success of DMU’s second Disability History Month last year, the month-long programme of events, led by the Disability and Wellbeing Network (DAWN), will include a free comedy night featuring Josh Pugh, Britain’s Got Talent winner Lee Ridley (aka the Lost Voice Guy), Kate Lucas and Will Robbins (all pictured below), as well as mindfulness sessions, a disability showcase, a ‘Disabled Women in Academia’ panel event and ADHD drawing workshops.
DAWN co-chair Meredith Wilkinson said: “We’re looking forward to celebrating Disability History Month again at DMU and have some exciting events coming up for both students and staff. This is an opportunity to not only learn more about disability but also to reflect on our own attitudes towards disability.”
“As an empowering and inclusive university, we value the diversity of our staff and students at DMU and events like DHM celebrate that diversity.”
A microsite dedicated to Disability History Month features resources such as details about events, interviews with alumni, stories of people with disabilities, and tips for more inclusive conferences.
For more information on how to book and access events, please see the DMU Events Calendar, both of which will continue to be updated throughout the season.
For more information on how to book and access events, please see the DMU Events Calendar, both of which will continue to be updated throughout the season.
Leanne Herbert, DAWN co-chair, said: “We are really looking forward to the exciting and informative programme of events that will be held for the third UK Disability History Month at DMU.
“UKDHM is an opportunity to highlight the history of disability, as well as explore ways to raise awareness, acceptance and pride in disability.”
“Membership in our Disability Welfare Network continues to grow and I would like to thank my colleagues in the network, along with other teams at DMU, who have worked so hard to organise and deliver this year’s event.”
“We welcome disabled staff, students and our supporters to come along to the event, enjoy it and deepen their understanding of disability inclusion and pathways to wellbeing.”
UKDHM Launch Event
UKDHM will be holding its own launch event online and in person (Hamilton House, Mabledon Place, London WC1H 9BD) on Thursday 16th November from 6-8.30pm. To register, email [email protected] with your name, phone number and DMU. A Zoom link will be sent to you prior to the event.
DMU Disability History Month – Schedule of Events:
Tuesday 14 November, 1pm to 4pm, Watershed, Sports Hall:
Open Sports Day (Students)
Wednesday 15th November, 7pm-8.30pm, The Venue@DMU:
DMU Disability History Month Comedy Night
Glass Cabinet, 1st floor, Campus Center, Thursday, November 16 through February:
Disability Visibility Showcase
Monday, November 20, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM, Microsoft Teams:
Disability History Month Mindfulness Meditation (Faculty and Students)
Tuesday, Nov. 21, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Trinity House Chapel:
Understanding ACEs: Recovering from childhood adversity
Thursday, November 23 – Thursday, December 7, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Campus Center Atrium:
Embracing the Emotions of the Moment (Exhibition)
Thursday, December 7, 11:00-11:50 AM, Microsoft Teams:
Disability Welfare Network Coffee and Chat for Disability History Month (staff only)
Monday, December 11, 2-3pm, online:
Women with Disabilities in Academia: Panel Event
Tuesday, Dec. 12, 12 noon-1 p.m., Breathing Space, Portland Building:
Envisioning our future: What does an ADHD-friendly college look like?
Posted on Monday, October 30, 2023