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Charity Today @charitytoday.co.uk The UK’s leading charity news platform sharing sector news, insight & inspiring stories. Got a story? support@charitytoday.co.uk Visit 👉 app.charitytoday.co.uk & save to your home screen.
Connect in the North @connectinthenorth.bsky.social A Centre for Inclusive Living led by people with learning difficulties We want people with learning difficulties to have control of their lives and equal power
Hamelin @hamelintrust.bsky.social Essex-based charity supporting autistic adults and people with learning disabilities.
Leeds Involving People @involvingyou.bsky.social We give a voice to residents and support the improvement of health, social care and community services. We are an independent, user-led organisation with 30 years of experience in connecting service users, carers and the public with service redesign.
Healthwatch Somerset @healthwatchsom.bsky.social Your independant voice in health and social care across Somerset
Lead the Way @leadthewaycald.bsky.social More than just an information and signposting service for adults with Learning Disabilities, their families and carers in Calderdale. A Cloverleaf Advocacy service.
Research in Practice @researchip.bsky.social We support professionals with their learning to enable people to live good lives. Part of the @ncb.org.uk family. https://www.researchinpractice.org.uk/
Ategi Ltd @ategi.bsky.social Ategi are committed to providing person-centred support that puts people with additional needs at the centre of their support. Supporting people to live their best life, their way.
Partners in Care @partnersincare.bsky.social The trusted training & support network for #adultsocialcare providers in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and Cheshire
STUART TODD @stuarttodd01.bsky.social Prof in Intellectual Disability Research at the University of South Wales. I am currently leading the Marie Curie funded READY study https://www.readystudy.uk/home - a study of the last year of life of people with learning disabilities.
Child Outcomes Research Consortium (CORC) @corc-annafreud.bsky.social Experts in using outcome & feedback measurement & data. Enabling more effective child-centred support, services & systems to improve children & young people's mental health & wellbeing. Free resources, training and various services: www.corc.uk.net.
The Charity Show @thecharityshow.bsky.social 🎙️Charity from every angle 🎙️ The podcast for charity insiders, by charity insiders. Hosts Tim Beynon & Piers Townley tackle the topics that matter for third sector staff, fundraisers and supporters. linktr.ee/thecharityshow
Good Access @goodconsulting.bsky.social Championing accessibility, neurodiversity, and inclusive practice through expert-led training, audits, and consulting. Led by lived experience. Based in the UK, working globally.
Connected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social Proud winners of the National Advocacy Outstanding Service Award 2018 and 2022. We provide independent, free and confidential advocacy to people in the North East. #AdvocacyWorks connectedvoice.org.uk
♾️Clear Autism♾️ @clearautism.bsky.social Autism, Neurodivergence, Disability. Based in Scotland, citizen of the world. Occasional autism outreach and consulting support. No reposts without image alt text.
CAST - Centre for the Acceleration of Social Technology @techforgoodcast.bsky.social UK charity. Providing free courses, resources and networking opportunities to help charities and social impact organisations harness the full power of digital and AI. Also working with funders to create an environment of support. See www.wearecast.org.uk.
Nutmeg Hallett @drnutmeg.bsky.social Associate Professor of Mental Health Nursing, University of Birmingham | Researcher | Passionate about co-production and reducing coercion in mental healthcare | My vision is restorative and voluntary care
@pfselfadvocacy.bsky.social @pfselfadvocacy.bsky.social People First (Self Advocacy) is a national organisation, for and led by, people with learning difficulties/disabilities. Established in 1984.
Impetus @impetus.org.uk We transform the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds by ensuring they get the right support to succeed in school, in work and in life. https://www.impetus.org.uk/
Community Action Network (CAN) @can100.bsky.social The largest infrastructure charity in #Dorset. We help charities & community groups grow stronger. https://can100.org/ Charity No. 1081381.
Kids @kidscharity.bsky.social We’re on the side of over two million children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities, and their families. Find out more about our work here: https://www.kids.org.uk/
Sibs @sibs.org.uk Sibs is the UK charity dedicated to supporting siblings of disabled children and adults. www.sibs.org.uk
My Life My Choice @mylifemychoiceox.bsky.social Oxfordshire-based self-advocacy charity run by and for adults with learning disabilities. www.mylifemychoice.org.uk
Plena inclusión España @plenainclusion.bsky.social Somos la organización de la discapacidad intelectual y del desarrollo en España. Promovemos la inclusión, la calidad de vida y los derechos de estas personas y sus familias en una sociedad más justa y solidaria.
@tricianicoll.bsky.social @tricianicoll.bsky.social
Stay Up Late @gigbuddies.bsky.social A small but mighty charity calling for active social lives for people with learning disabilities and autistic people. Home of #GigBuddies, Nesta New Radical, the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service, and the #NoBedtimes #OurRightToParty campaigns.
Opening Doors @openingdoorsld.bsky.social A charity run by and for people with learning disbailities in Norfolk
Garden Court Chambers @gardencourtlaw.bsky.social Number 1 ranked barristers' specialising in civil liberties, education, human rights, immigration, crime, family, housing & public law. Reposts ≠ endorsements.
Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social We make sure NHS leaders and other decision makers hear your voice and use your feedback to improve care.
Down's Syndrome Association @dsa-uk.bsky.social We are a national organisation, committed to improving quality of life for people who have Down’s syndrome, promoting their right to be included on a full and equal basis with others.
Learning Disability Wales @ldwales.bsky.social Working to make Wales the best country in the world for people with a learning disability to live, learn, love and work. RTs are not endorsements.
Beth🌻 Spectrum Scribbles🌻 @bethanreesnd.bsky.social 🌻 Autistic & ADHD 🌻 MA Creative Writer 🌻 Policy & Comms @ldwales 🌻 Writing featured in @mslexia Happiful @the-independent @bbccymruwales 🌻Writing creatively about my neurodivergence both in work & life. All views my own (& my Westie’s)🐶
David O'Brien @davidwrexham.bsky.social Nurse in the NHS, two gorgeous kids, 5 tenacious granddaughters and a wife who may one day become a serial killer 💗 #UpTheTown #WxmAFC
Sabiha @sabihaa.bsky.social Brummie born & bred. Proud British Muslim. Multilingual. Volunteer. I am an award winning SEND parent carer. Staunch campaigner against injustice and discrimination. Moved from the cesspit formerly known as Twitter. #SpeakTruthToPower Views my own ❤️
Sue Caton @suecaton.bsky.social Reader (Associate Prof) in intellectual disabilities, Dept Social Care & Social Work, Manchester Met Uni. Researching social & health inequalities, digital inclusion, qual, creative, participatory research methods
Activity Uplift @activityuplift.bsky.social Fun activities for Dementia & Alzheimer's Caregivers, Seniors, and Activity Professionals. https://activityuplift.com
Patient Information Forum @pifonline.bsky.social PIF is the independent voice of health information. We promote access to trusted, evidence-based health information for all. We run the PIF TICK – the independent credibility mark for health information. www.pifonline.org.uk www.piftick.org.uk
Tatjana Bodman @tatjanadiscovery.bsky.social I’m a neurodivergent parent, carer, and advocate for inclusive employment. As Discovery’s Supported Employment Manager, I help autistic people and those with learning disabilities achieve their aspirations. Employment is positive and possible for everyone.
MarieL @mlovell.bsky.social
Linda Hume @lindahume1.bsky.social Dr Linda Hume| Registered Nurse: Learning Disability |Trainer & Coach | Lecturer| Practice Leadership | Positive Behaviour Support | Author Enabling Capable Environments & Practice Leadership
Rightful Lives @rightfullives.bsky.social A UK based creative campaign and community focussed on the Human Rights of Autistic people and people with Learning Disabilities. www.rightfullives.org.uk
Prof Ryan @sarasiobhan.bsky.social Activist. https://mydaftlife.com http://justiceforlb.org. @LearningMet.bsky.social. MMU. @mylifemychoice1. https://theguardian.com/profile/sara-ryan. Dr Dr she/her.
Catherine Needham @catherineneedham.bsky.social Professor of Public Policy and Public Management, Uni of Bham. Interested in social care, the public service workforce and crosswords, https://21stcenturypublicservant.wordpress.com/
Dudley Voices for Choice @dvcdudley.bsky.social Self advocacy charity working with people with learning disabilities and autistic people. Working hard to create a society that is fair and inclusive for all.
Bindmans @bindmans.com Top ranked London law firm. Human rights and civil liberties, family and children law, immigration law, criminal litigation, public law, housing law, medical negligence, media and information law, international law and more. www.bindmans.com
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Centre for Mental Health @centreformh.bsky.social Speaking up for social justice in mental health. Find out more https://www.centreformentalhealth.org.uk/
United Response @unitedresponse.bsky.social We're a charity that supports people with learning disabilities, mental and physical support needs to live their lives to the full. We’re not monitoring messages here at the moment - please reach us on our other channels. 💙
INQUEST @inquest-org.bsky.social ⚖️INQUEST is an independent charity combining specialist support for bereaved people following a state related death, with campaigning for justice and change. 🎙️ Creators of the Unlawful Killing podcast
The London Community Foundation @london-cf.bsky.social We work with donors to support London's small, local charities and community groups. Helping you make a difference to London. Where it matters most. £140 million in grants distributed since 2010 to local, London, community organisations.
National Autistic Society @autisticsociety.bsky.social We are here to transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people. This is a holding account only. Please contact us through our other channels.
The Challenging Behaviour Foundation @cbfdn.bsky.social The only UK charity specifically focussed on the needs of children, young people and adults with severe learning disabilities whose behaviour may be described as challenging, and their families. https://linktr.ee/TheChallengingBehaviourFdn
Sense @sensecharity.bsky.social We’re here to break down barriers alongside disabled people with complex needs.
EasyReadWales @easyreadwales.bsky.social Experts in turning complex information into accessible Easy Read in English and Welsh. Contact us for a quote: easyread@ldw.org.uk. Part of Learning Disability Wales. #EasyRead #AccessibleInformation #Charity ➡️ https://www.easyread.wales/
MacIntyre Best Practice Team @macintyrehealth.bsky.social We promise to support each person to feel good about themselves and to be included in all aspects of their life’s. We want to share our expertise and good practice macintyrecharity.org/our-approach/h…
Community Living Magazine @communitylivingmagazine.com Independent magazine founded 35 years ago to uphold the right of people to thrive in their community. https://communitylivingmagazine.com/ #LearningDisability #HumanRights #Inclusion Ed @sabasalman.com
Community Integrated Care @comintcare.bsky.social We're one of the UK's largest social care charities, supporting people with care and support needs to live the best lives possible. 📎 https://www.communityintegratedcare.co.uk/
The Voluntary Organisations Disability Group (VODG) @vodgmembership.bsky.social VODG is a membership body representing organisations within the voluntary sector who work alongside disabled people.
Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland @mentalwelfare.bsky.social We protect and promote the human rights of people with mental illness, learning disability, dementia and related conditions. mwcscot.org.uk
Disabled Children's Partnership @dcpcampaign.bsky.social The DCP is a coalition of organisations campaigning to improve support for disabled children, young people & families. https://disabledchildrenspartnership.org.uk/
Ally Bloomer @allybloomer.bsky.social Editor, journalist, and mum to three
Dimensions UK @dimensionsuk.bsky.social We support people with learning disabilities & autistic people and campaign WITH them. We are non-profit care provider. #BetterLivesForMorePeople
Journal of Intellectual Disability Research @jidr-wiley.bsky.social The Journal of Intellectual Disability Research is devoted exclusively to the scientific study of intellectual disability. 🔗 https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/13652788?msockid=3bdf453436a361b1254d5620378460cf
MacIntyre @meetmacintyre.bsky.social We're MacIntyre. We offer learning, support and care for children, young people and adults with learning disabilities and/or autism. www.macintyrecharity.org
Jean O’Hara @psychjoh.bsky.social Psychiatrist turned Executive/Leadership coach, former NHSE National Clinical Director, author, Trustee at MHI & BILD, Savvitas ambassador, co-owner OLA Coaching & Consultancy.
Learning Disability Network London @ldnlondon.bsky.social Charity supporting learning disabled and autistic children and adults in London. Founded in 1962. We help people to stay healthy, be safe, and live well, and do the things that matter to them. Website: www.ldnlondon.org
Healthwatch Northumberland @healthwatchnland.bsky.social Welcome to Healthwatch Northumberland. We're your local health and social care champion.
Together Trust charity @togethertrust.bsky.social UK charity supporting children in care and people with disabilities, autism and complex needs in the North West
Paula McGowan OBE @oliverscampaign.bsky.social •Hon University Fellow- Fac Health •Founder The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training •Patient Safety •Hoping for a Social Media Platform where everyone can live together peacefully #Oliverscampaign
Care Dynamics Yorkshire Ltd @caredynamicsyorks.bsky.social We are registered with The Care Quality Commission (CQC) to provide care and support to people of all ages within the Bradford district. Our office is located in Riddlesden BD20 5LD. https://www.caredynamics-yorkshire.co.uk/
Restraint Reduction Network @restraintreductionnetwork.org The Restraint Reduction Network is a registered charity (1187984) working to reduce restrictive practices. Contact us at rrn@bild.org.uk restraintreductionnetwork.org
Elly Chapple Founder #FlipTheNarrative©💜 @ellychapple.bsky.social The Human First Catalyst TEDx Speaker | Author of Diagnosis: Human Creating psychological safety & restoring human being #FlipTheNarrative © http://youtu.be/DXBdiGUQ8Lw www.ellychapple.com https://amzn.eu/d/dksiD2E - #DiagnosisHuman
NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social The National Development Team for Inclusion. Inspiring an inclusive society where people can live the life they choose.
Byline Times @bylinetimes.bsky.social A reader-funded newspaper that truly sits outside the established system and answers only to the public. Subscribe for exclusive content in the Byline Times monthly print edition: subscribe.bylinetimes.com Visit our website: bylinetimes.com
Saba Salman @sabasalman.com Journalist|editor|author 📚NEW BOOK Double Discrimination 2026 📚Made Possible 2020 👩🏽‍💻 https://sabasalman.com ✍🏽Private Eye|Guardian|Byline Times|Ed. Community Living 💜Chair @sibs.org.uk|Ambassador @ndtihello.bsky.social 🏛️FRSA @thersaorg.bsky.social
Rhidian Hughes @rhidianhughes.bsky.social Chief Executive of the Voluntary Organisations Disability Group Personal views He/Him
@scie.org.uk @scie.org.uk SCIE improves the lives of people of all ages by co-producing, sharing, and supporting the use of the best available knowledge and evidence about what works in practice.
Liz Durrant 🌈 She/Her @lizdurrant19.bsky.social Mental Health. NHS. Survivor. Feminist. Proud to be Woke. VMO.
Salli Midgley @sallimidgley.bsky.social #ChiefNurse #MentalHealth @GMMH proud trustee #restraintreductionnetwork #HOPESchangeslives #Humanrights lover of dogs 🐕 #Collies #agilitylife
Oliver Lewis @droliverlewis.bsky.social Health and human rights barrister at @DoughtyStPublic. https://linktr.ee/droliverlewis. Views my own
Beth Morrison @bethmorrison.bsky.social Children's and disability rights activist. Campaigning to eliminate the misuse of restraint and seclusion, Calums Law is being brought forward in a members bill by Daniel Johnson MSP in Scotland. I'm a happily married mother and grandmother (Gaga)
David Brindle @brindled.bsky.social One-time Guardian journo now charity chair and social care commentator
Wellcome Trust @wellcometrust.bsky.social Supporting research to transform life, health and wellbeing. We’re taking on three urgent health challenges: mental health, climate change & infectious disease.
Third Sector @thirdsector.co.uk The UK's leading title for the voluntary and not-for-profit sector. Home of the Third Sector Podcast: https://podfollow.com/thirdsector/view
Together (Scottish Alliance for Children's Rights) @together-sacr.bsky.social An alliance of 600 charities & professionals that promote & protect the rights of children in Scotland as set out in the UNCRC & other human rights treaties #HumanRights #UNCRCScotland #BabyUNCRC #RightsOnTrack Find out more: linktr.ee/togetherscotland
Skills for care @skillsforcare.bsky.social www.skillsforcare.org.uk We work with employers, Government and partners to ensure #AdultSocialCare has the right people, skills and support to deliver the highest quality care.
Ruth Hirst @ruthlhirst.bsky.social Lecturer in Learning Disabilities Nursing at Birmingham City University. Learning Disability Nurse.
Alexis Quinn @aquinnunbroken.bsky.social Autistic. Therapist - for appointments go to alexisquinn.co.uk Author of ‘Unbroken’ and ‘Autistic & Expecting - a pregnancy guide’. Manager of the Restraint Reduction Network. Ban solitary confinement.
Scott watkin @mrscottwatkin.bsky.social Head of Engagement @seeability trustee for treloars board member for ndti and representative body for paid supporters I also have my own consultancy work
Nick Rosenthal @nickrosenthal.bsky.social Translator. Crime fiction fan. Cyclist. Ancien du PBP
Nuffield Trust @nuffieldtrust.org.uk We are an independent health think tank aiming to improve the quality of health care in the UK by providing evidence-based research & policy analysis. www.nuffieldtrust.org.uk
British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social The official Bluesky account for the British Association of Social Workers. We are the UK's largest professional association for social work.
Amy M. Russell @amymrussell.bsky.social Associate Professor Health Inequalities @UniversityLeeds #Qualitative health research to improve inclusion in research & healthcare. Working with people with a learning disability to innovate in creative methods for inclusion. https://linktr.ee/amymrussell
Ciara Lawrence @ciarale01.bsky.social Learning disability campaigner and podcaster
Alicia Wood @aliciawood.bsky.social Trainer, writer, consultant. Interested in art, human rights, learning disability, mental health and autism. Get in touch if you need brilliant online neuroaffirming autism training. Neurodivergent. Asturias, Spain.
Jonathan Beebee @jbeebee.bsky.social Registered Nurse in Learning Disabilities. CEO of PBS4. Professional Lead in Learning Disability and Neuroscience at Royal College of Nursing.
Dave Atkinson @ldnursedave.bsky.social Proud learning disability nurse....ardent socialist....and a curry eating, rambling, narrow boat dwelling, beer drinking, dog owning, occasional folk musician!! Refugee from twitter...
Dr Dawn Cavanagh @dawnc05.bsky.social LD Researcher at Manchester Metropolitan University. Lives in Wales. Stolen Lives. https://stolenlives.blog Son with learning disability, autism, ADHD and epilepsy. Autistic herself.
Charity Times @charitytimes.bsky.social Charity Times is the leading charity leadership title for third sector professionals Home of the #CharityTimesAwards https://www.charitytimes.com