Doing Better for Islanders with Disabilities

Liberate is an equality charity that welcomes people irrespective of gender, race, age, religious belief, ability, sexual orientation or gender identity. We were founded in February 2014 in Guernsey and have a branch in Jersey.The purpose of Liberate is to educate and inform on a wide range of minority issues and to support those who identify as part of a minority or visible minority, their families and friends. We campaign to reform policies and laws to ensure that minorities can enjoy the same freedoms as everyone else across the Channel Islands. We also question social attitudes and behaviours that discriminate against minorities, and offer advice and help in tackling racism, homophobia, biphobia, transphobia, etc.Liberate’s vision is simple. We believe in a fair and equal society, where everyone is born equal and free, and treated with dignity and respect.

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Donna Abel (CEO, Jersey Cheshire Home) and an invited panel examine the issues facing the disabled community in the Island.

The Royal Yacht Hotel

Jersey has had a disability strategy since May 2017, and in September 2020 the last piece of Jersey&#x27;s discrimination legislation came into force that dealt with the reasonable adjustment of physical premises to enable people with disabilities to access the built environment. So, what is life like for Islanders with disabilities now? Do we have a largely accessible Island or has little changed? Does the financial support available to households with a disabled family member meet the extra costs that come with disability? Are some disabilities better served with support than others? Is this picture different for under 18s and over 18s? Does the Island&#x27;s housing stock cater to people who need adjusted homes? Can people with disabilities get out and about on public transport or by car? Is the part played by carers sufficiently recognised and rewarded? Members of Jersey&#x27;s community with disabilities lead an examination of the issues surrounding the provision of accessible spaces. Includes audience Q&amp;As.

Doing Better for Islanders with Disabilities

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