Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 03/07/2025A great day of catching up and connecting yesterday at #GOFOD3. To feel that strength in solidarity with the wonderful third sector in Wales. 030
Reposted by Zoe RichardsDisability Wales @disabilitywales.bsky.social · 01/07/2025"If my benefits are lost then I will not be able to afford to live." Benefit cuts will hit disabled people in Wales the hardest. All Welsh MPs must vote against the Bill. #NoToDisabilityBenefitCuts #StopDisabilityBenefitCuts 022
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 27/06/2025Had a great time at #AdFest2025 this week. The theme was hidden talents. I attended a great workshop led by @gerraintgriff.bsky.social on content creation. Also leaned lots from other people in the workshop. Now it’s Llandudno for the Welsh Labour Party conference. 020
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 25/06/2025We had a wonderful time at the Arts and Business Cymru awards last week. We celebrated the partnership between First Choice Housing and Gig Buddies Cymru and were presented with the award in the diversity category. It was an honour to be celebrated alongside Hijinx Theatre and The Queer Emporium. 020
Reposted by Zoe RichardsWill Hayward - Wales Journo @willhaycardiff.bsky.social · 24/06/2025By my count there are only 3/27 Welsh Labour MPs on this list despite Wales being hit harder by the benefit cuts than any other part of the UK. Steve Witherden (Montgomeryshire), Ruth Jones (Newport West) & Henry Tufnell (Mid and South Pembs) are the Welsh rebels. 73522
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 17/06/2025It is Learning Disability Awareness week this week and the theme this year is ‘Do you see me? There are some great events and lots of news being shared during the week so keep a look out. There is loads going on and you can find out more by checking out the video of Georgia, one of our trustees. 020
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 11/06/2025A really important telling of her story #LoveAndRageMunroeBergdorf in the cinemas last night and tonight. See it if you can 000
Reposted by Zoe RichardsSaba Salman @sabasalman.com · 08/05/2025Yes. 42 people listened to constituents and campaigners - and can't ignore evidence that: - 'cuts don’t create jobs, they just cause more hardship' - it's the biggest attack on the welfare state since austerity - it'll impact 3 million of the most disadvantaged www.theguardian.com/politics/202...theguardian.comDisability benefit cuts impossible to support, 42 Labour MPs tell StarmerExclusive: Backbenchers sign letter calling for change in direction on plans expected to be put to vote next month 22510
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 08/05/2025Organisations are closing around us. But what is the big picture for Wales? 010
Reposted by Zoe RichardsRhian Davies @dwrhian.bsky.social · 05/05/2025Welsh First Minister Eluned Morgan will distance herself from Labour's benefit cuts and warn the Government that she will stand up against "unfairness". www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...mirror.co.ukKeir Starmer given benefit cuts warning by Welsh FM - 'we will not stay silent'Eluned Morgan, Wales's Labour First Minister, is expected to break ranks over the party's controversial decision to slash the disability benefits bill in a major speech on Tuesday 033
Reposted by Zoe RichardsDr Dawn Cavanagh @dawnc05.bsky.social · 01/05/2025www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukMental health law 'won't stop detentions'Campaigners warn new mental health law will not reduce detention of disabled people in secure hospitals. 022
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 29/04/2025Its been great to join the launch online today. Some serious work for us all to do. But great to know that we have the right intention. 001
Reposted by Zoe RichardsEasyReadWales @easyreadwales.bsky.social · 25/04/2025Do you want a document in an accessible Easy Read format but don't know where to start? Request a quote to see how we can help: easyread@ldw.org.uk 001
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 19/04/2025Lovely to see this Swansea story in the Grand today. 4 actors, wonderful story telling, the only unbelievable thing about it was the high scoring hygiene rating on the chicken shop window. Catch it this week. Another triumph for the team at @grandambition.bsky.social 042
Reposted by Zoe RichardsGrand Ambition @grandambition.bsky.social · 08/04/2025Here's what audiences at Sherman Theatre thought of Hot Chicks. Book now to see the show right here in Swansea! www.swanseagrand.co.uk/hotchicks 022
Reposted by Zoe RichardsSaba Salman @sabasalman.com · 08/04/2025What disability groups and disabled people and families think is clear, well-established and well-reported, unless strategic un-listening is your MO. 'I very much hope that they will carry on talking to me because I need to know what they think about these proposals.' www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukDisability groups consider ‘step back’ from governmentA number of disability-led organisations say they are considering “stepping back” from engaging with the government over benefit cuts 264
Reposted by Zoe RichardsDr Dawn Cavanagh @dawnc05.bsky.social · 01/04/2025Speaking about Stolen Lives at MMU on April 9th. In person and online. You can sign up here. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stolen-liv...eventbrite.co.ukStolen Lives, activism and the role of academia in defending human rightsThe Learning Disability & Autism Research Group at Manchester Met welcome guest speaker Dr Dawn Cavanagh. 022
Reposted by Zoe RichardsEasyReadWales @easyreadwales.bsky.social · 31/03/2025If your organisation wants to make information clear, accessible, and inclusive, we can help. Get in touch to find out more. #EasyRead #Accessibility #Inclusion #DisabilityRights #CommunicationForAll 011
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 22/03/2025I’m almost 50 with 4 children and I’ve spent at least 5 hours today playing Crossy Road. Send help! 110
Reposted by Zoe RichardsDisability Wales @disabilitywales.bsky.social · 18/03/2025🚨 Let’s set the record straight. Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is NOT an out-of-work benefit. It's a vital lifeline designed to support disabled people with the extra costs of disability. 1/ 137
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 18/03/2025Just done the Hokey Cokey before bed. Gosh it’s uplifting! 000
Reposted by Zoe RichardsCharityComms @charitycomms.bsky.social · 17/03/2025With rising concerns over misinformation and online safety, many charities are rethinking their strategies on social media platforms such as X. In this @civilsociety.bsky.social blog, we’ve shared our approach, along with other charities, of how we’re navigating these changes: bit.ly/3XLUViqbit.lyIn-depth: How are charities navigating social media in a post-truth world?Emily Moss speaks to charities navigating the evolving social media landscape in different ways… 0145
Reposted by Zoe RichardsLuke Young @lukeyoung.bsky.social · 17/03/2025Spoke to Sky News about Chief Executive Dame Clare Moriarty’s warning against short-term action on disability benefits which has very serious long-term consequences Read more: www.theguardian.com/society/2025... @citizensadvice.bsky.social 0102
Reposted by Zoe RichardsLearning Disability Wales @ldwales.bsky.social · 17/03/2025We will be at the @plaidcymru.bsky.social conference this weekend to talk about key issues for people with a learning disability and their carers that need to be addressed in the next Senedd election. Come chat to us on Saturday 22 March, Conwy Room Venue Cymru 1-2pm @welshnhsconfed.bsky.social 055
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 17/03/2025Stayed in St Dogmaels on the weekend and watched the game at the White Heart community owned pub. Really friendly atmosphere. 000
Reposted by Zoe RichardsEasyReadWales @easyreadwales.bsky.social · 12/03/2025March Offer: 10% Off Easy Read Services! Make your information clear and accessible and save 10%. How to claim: Email us at easyread@ldw.org.uk with code B648MAR25. Accept your quote by 5:00pm, 31 March. Let’s make your information Easy Read! #EasyRead #Accessibility #Discount 012
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 12/03/2025Great to attend and join the panel in North Wales exploring a children’s right approach to providing support for disabled children with @childcomwales.bsky.social 021
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 06/03/2025Great to be at Wembley for the Association of Chief Executives conference this week. Grateful to the contributions shared which were incredibly personal and honest. Great to catch up with CEO’s from Wales. #ACEVOFEST 010
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 04/03/2025I began the week at the Stolen Lives task group. Working on recommendations to stop this happening in Wales. A hospital is not a home 020
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 25/02/2025Thanks to @hijinxtheatre and @shermantheatre for the invite to #Housemates last night. My second time in the audience. Incredible story telling and I am telling everyone I know to go watch 000
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 19/02/2025Looking forward to receiving our copy at @ldwales.bsky.social 120
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 18/02/2025All party support for a National Job coaching model in the room today. Join us online to hear more from @gerraintgriff.bsky.social youtube.com/live/n4lDJrS...youtube.comEngage to Change - Question timeYouTube video by Learning Disability Wales 021
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 18/02/2025An important day in the life of the Engage to Change project at @learningdisabilitywales and partners. An opportunity to talk about the project’s legacy. Young people are able to question the main parties about employment for young people . Watch the live link here lnkd.in/e8CZXkk9 010
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 14/02/2025Great to be at Public Health Wales launch of their National Vision for children and young people with a learning disability. Great to hear from local schools about how they coproduced the work. 000
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 07/02/2025Lovely skyline in Aberavon last night. Perfect way to finish the working day. Even if it was freezing 020
Reposted by Zoe RichardsLearning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 05/02/2025February is LGBTQ+ History Month 🏳️🌈 Michael Chick, Co-founder of United Pride Friends, reflects on some of the challenges LGBTQ+ people have had to overcome – particularly those LGBTQ+ people who also have learning disabilities... tinyurl.com/5c7e69bu 023
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 05/02/2025Lovely to join friends for the @irisprize.org showing last night at Pontardawe Arts Centre. Looking forward to seeing the new building when complete. Favourite short film was Teth. 000
Reposted by Zoe RichardsEasyReadWales @easyreadwales.bsky.social · 21/01/2025We can produce Easy Read in Welsh. First we produce an English language Easy Read version of your document. Our specialist easy read Welsh translators then produce the Welsh Easy Read version. #EasyRead #WelshTranslation #AccessibleDesign 032
Reposted by Zoe RichardsEwan Hilton @ewanhilton.bsky.social · 15/01/2025An opportunity to join our Young People’s team as Senior Participation Lead for Wales working on our OnLine safety project in collaboration with NSPCC platfform.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/...platfform.current-vacancies.comYoung Person’s Senior Participation Lead for Wales - Pan Wales with a base office in CardiffWe are seeking a passionate and motivated person to lead on a new participation project funded by NSPCC and led by Platfform exploring young people’s safety online. The project will run for 16 months... 042
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 10/01/2025Lovely to visit Maesteg Town Hall today to see how Awen Trust has created a wonderful space for the people of the town. 030
Reposted by Zoe RichardsUnofficial Wales Online News (Bot) @wales-news.bsky.social · 10/01/2025Future of much loved Newport music venue Le Pub safeguarded #Wales #Cymru #Newport #Pubs www.walesonline.co.uk/whats-on/musi…walesonline.co.ukFuture of much loved Newport music venue Le Pub safeguardedIt has been a cornerstone of the city's music scene since it opened in 1992 021
Reposted by Zoe RichardsTai Pawb @taipawb.bsky.social · 08/01/2025The closing date for the consultation on @welshgovernment.bsky.social's White Paper on Adequate Housing is 30th January. We encourage people to respond, and to consider our #BackTheBill Alternative White Paper questions: www.taipawb.org/wp-content/u... 012
Reposted by Zoe RichardsDr Dawn Cavanagh @dawnc05.bsky.social · 07/01/2025'They gave her a bed to die in because she had Down's Syndrome.' So sad to hear that John Sullivan has died. He fought to keep going so that he could give evidence to the inquiry about his daughter Susie who had Down's syndrome. Watch here: 0-40 mins. www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5UZ...youtube.comUK Covid19 Inquiry Module 3 Hearing PM 10 September 2024YouTube video by UK Covid-19 Inquiry 011
Zoe Richards @zoeric12.bsky.social · 29/12/2024Visited the Holly Johnson exhibition today at #MuseumOfLiverpool. Nostalgia 000
Reposted by Zoe RichardsSaba Salman @sabasalman.com · 16/12/2024'A lost opportunity' says campaigner Shaun Webster. I wrote this after the govt's work plans. It touches on attitudes to aspiration, supported employment, self-advocacy, the building blocks of life and who we consider worthy of contribution. #LearningDisability bylinetimes.com/2024/12/13/i...bylinetimes.comIf the Government Wants to 'Get Britain Working', Why Is It Ignoring All the Learning Disabled People Who Want to Find Jobs?Less than 5% of people with learning disabilities are employed, while 86% want to be. The Government must think about which Brits it values as being worthy of work 064
Reposted by Zoe RichardsLearning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 16/12/2024How do people with learning disabilities live their best life in their own homes after moving out of hospital? Hear from the 'Making Positive Moves Project' at the Learning Disability England Conference 2025... March 5th 2025 - Friends House Manchester | Book here: tinyurl.com/2jx29aar 073