Name: 2ND ABILITY MATTERS CONFERENCE
Start: 2025-03-22T14:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-03-22T19:00:00+00:00
Location: MARGARET POWELL HOUSE

Enabling Ethnic Minority Communities Living with Disabilities: Strategies for Inclusive Support and Resilience Building
About this Event

2ND ABILITY MATTERS CONFERENCE
Theme: “Enabling Ethnic Minority Communities Living with Disabilities: Strategies for Inclusive Support and Resilience Building”

The 2nd Ability Matters Conference is a crucial gathering aimed at addressing the unique challenges and opportunities for ethnic minority communities living with disabilities. This conference will provide a platform for open dialogue, knowledge sharing and actionable strategies that foster inclusive support, empowerment and resilience building.

Date: 22nd March 2025

Venue: Margaret Powell House, Midsummer Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9 3BN

Conference Goals:
1. Raise Awareness

To shed light on the specific challenges faced by ethnic minority communities with disabilities, focusing on cultural, social, and systemic barriers.

2. Explore Strategies for Inclusive Support

Discuss best practices for creating accessible services, programs, and opportunities that cater to the unique needs of individuals in these communities.
3. Promote Resilience Building

Empower caregivers, families, and individuals living with disabilities by providing them with tools and resources to build resilience, emotional well-being, and self-advocacy skills.
4. Foster Community Engagement and Advocacy

Encourage collaboration between disability advocates, community organizations, and governmental bodies to ensure better policies, support systems, and accessibility for ethnic minorities with disabilities.
5. Highlight Successful Case Studies

Showcase real-life examples of programs and initiatives that have effectively supported ethnic minority communities, demonstrating their success in improving outcomes and fostering inclusion.

NOTE: By registering for this event, you agree to being photographed and recorded for post event marketing.

Why Attend?

Gain Insight from Experts

Hear from leading experts, thought leaders, community advocates, and individuals with lived experiences about the intersection of ethnicity and disability.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with like-minded individuals, organizations, and policymakers who are passionate about building inclusive communities and advancing the rights of people with disabilities.

Practical Strategies for Change

Walk away with actionable tools, resources, and strategies to implement in your own community, workplace, or organization to foster greater inclusion.

Empowerment and Inspiration

Participate in workshops and discussions that empower both individuals with disabilities and their caregivers, promoting self-advocacy, resilience, and emotional wellbeing.

Who Should Attend?

Disability Advocates

Individuals and organizations working to create inclusive spaces and services for people with disabilities.

Caregivers and Families

Those supporting loved ones with disabilities, especially from ethnic minority communities, who are seeking resources, guidance, and community.

Community Leaders and Activists

Individuals passionate about promoting social justice, inclusion, and equal rights for ethnic minorities and people with disabilities.

Healthcare and Social Services Professionals

Those who work in healthcare, social work, education, and community services who want to learn more about providing culturally sensitive and inclusive support.

Policymakers and Government Representatives

Those interested in making systemic changes in how disability services are delivered to ethnic minority communities.

Event Logistics:

• Date: 22nd March 2025

• Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

• Venue: Margaret Powell House, Midsummer Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9 3BN

• Entry: FREE but registration is compulsory

• Donations: Welcome to support the ongoing work of PLEO ReachOut Organisation CIC in supporting ethnic minority communities living with disabilities.

How to Register:

• Register online via Eventbrite at [Eventbrite Registration Link].

• Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today!

Join us at the 2nd Ability Matters Conference as we work together to create meaningful change, foster empowerment and build a more inclusive future for ethnic minority communities living with disabilities. Let’s take a step towards real transformation s d inclusion for Persons With Dissbilities (PWDs).