Starting in February 2025, this FREE course is a fantastic opportunity for all Disabled people living, working, volunteering, or studying in Hammersmith and Fulham to come together and make a real impact in our community.
Why join us?
Empower yourself: This course is designed to help you use your lived experience to influence policies and services affecting Disabled people. Together, we can work with councillors, council officers, and service providers to shape the Independent Living Agenda.
Get involved: Throughout the course, we will explore vital topics such as the history of disability activism, the principles and practices of co-production, and the different perspectives on disability. You will gain skills that are essential for creating meaningful change.
Paid participation: Your involvement matters! Participants will receive £20 per session for attending. This is not just a learning opportunity but also a chance to earn while making a difference.
Connect and collaborate: After completing the course, you will have the chance to join our co-production Peer Support Group and participate in various co-production events and activities. Together, we can build and reshape our community for the better!
Course details
The course covers many topics, including:
- Disability Rights and Disability Activism
- Different models of Disability
- Principles and practices of Coproduction
Online
This is an online training course.
Session dates
- Session 1: Saturday, 1 February, 10:45am to 4pm
- Session 2: Wednesday, 5 February, 4pm to 7pm
- Session 3: Wednesday, 12 February, 4pm to 7pm
- Session 4: Wednesday, 19 February, 4pm to 7pm
- Session 5: Wednesday, 26 February, 4pm to 7pm
Course leaflets and enrolment form
If you're ready to be a part of this exciting journey and help make Hammersmith and Fulham the best place for Disabled people to live and work, please don't hesitate to contact us for more information or to sign up!
- nikolaos.tzenas@aod.org.uk
- 0790 813 0959
Send completed enrolment forms to nikolaos.tzenas@aod.org.uk
Let's create a brighter, more inclusive future together!