Disabled workers

At Community, we represent thousands of disabled workers across the UK across all industries and sectors, and are committed to driving positive change, improved rights, and recognition for everyone with a disability. Our Equalities team are committed to this cause and fight to ensure that everyone with a disability (whether it is visible or non-visible) and are not held back because of their disability.

Community has a long-standing history of representing the rights of disabled workers, dating back over a century with the first ever trade union to represent people with a disability, The National League of the Blind joining the Community family in 2000.

Even though there has been a lot of progress made in disabled workers rights in the UK, we still have a long way to go to achieve true equality for disabled people, with many disabled workers still facing disability discrimination, bullying and reduced opportunities to this day. This is unacceptable.

That’s why we are dedicated to supporting disabled workers, breaking down barriers, tackling stigmas surrounding non-visible disabilities and working directly with employers to make sure that the workplace is accessible and safe for everyone.

Get involved in our equalities work

If you would like to get involved in future training and events, or have any queries please get in touch at equalities@community-tu.org.

Disability advice and resources

From tacking disability discrimination, ableism and disablism to accessing reasonable adjustments at work, mental health and long-term sickness, visit our equalities hub for exclusive resources, designed to help you know your rights as a disabled worker.

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Support your disabled colleagues

As a Community Equalities Rep, you will play a vital role in raising awareness of issues that workers with disabilities experience, as well as implement vital policy and support members experiencing discrimination, bullying and more at work.

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Join the union for disabled workers

At Community, we ensure that no one is left behind because of their disability, and are fighting for a more equal world of work where disabled people don’t have to face discrimination, pity, or barriers and most importantly, campaign for real lasting change.

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