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Disabled people experience discrimination at work. UNISON challenges discriminatory actions and campaigns for a fair deal for disabled members.

UNISON supports the Social Model of Disability. We believe it is the way society organises that creates barriers to inclusion and prevents disabled people from taking an equal part in life. As a union we campaign on important issues such as:

  • Inaccessible workplaces
  • Information systems that don't include disabled people's access needs
  • Negative attitudes and prejudices from employers

UNISON's priorities on disability are led by the union's own disabled members. Our union is committed to taking on the issues from those who know them best.

What we're doing now

BBC launches search for new disabled presenters

BBC Vision is launching a nationwide search for new disabled presenting talent to be offered a unique training opportunity with the BBC. Established BBC schemes such as Extend and ManageAble develop the careers of off-screen talent in the media and now, 'PresentAble' will focus efforts on discovering and developing new disabled presenters.

Acas training event

'UNISON branches will want to improve arrangements in the workplace for members with mental health issues. The following ACAS course, aimed at Human Resource officers and management may help branches consider what to negotiate in workplace agreements and the practical support that employers should provide to support members with mental health issues.'

A positive agenda for disability and employment: Monday 23rd January, 2-4pm

On 23rd January The TUC will be hosting a seminar to consider a positive agenda for disability and employment.

Disability seminar

The TUC is holding a free seminar in the new year on the impact of government welfare reforms to the benefit system. Disability benefits are constantly in the headlines, often portraying disabled people as scroungers and fraudsters.

Trades Union Congress - Disabled People fighting the Cuts

'Disabled people are being hit in every aspect of life by public sector cuts imposed by the coalition government, But a fightback is taking place.

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CONTACT DETAILS
• For urgent help and advice at work to go Help at Work.
• UNISON's policy officer working on disability issues is Gloria Foran.
UNISON Disabled members
UNISON Centre,
130 Euston Road,
London NW1 2AY
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Recent documents

2012 UNISON Disabled Members' Conference Bulletin

The 2012 UNISON Disabled Members' Conference Bulletin containing all the relevant documents, information and travel forms.
Link to a PDF document on this site
2012 UNISON Disabled Members' Conference Bulletin


2012 Disabled Members Accommodation Info and Booking Form

This document contains further information on the accommodation available in Brighton and the accommodation booking form to book through VisitBrighton.

Link to a document on this site2012 Disabled Members Accommodation Info and Booking Form

Record of decision 2011

Attached is the Record of Decisions which includes ballot results from the Disabled Members Conference held on 5- 7 November in Brighton
Link to a PDF document on this siteRecord of decision 2011

National Disabled Members Conference Final Agenda

The Final Agenda for the National Disabled Members Conference due to be held 5th - 7th November in Brighton is now attached.
Link to a PDF document on this siteNational Disabled Members Conference Final Agenda

 
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