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Film nights, funding, community meal and more

November 7, 2026

In this month’s newsletter, we’re sharing what BDEF has planned for IDDP, alongside events, funding opportunities, reports and other ways to get involved across Bristol.

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The Reality of Disabled Hate in Bristol 2026 Launch and Report

October 26, 2026

We gathered to discuss the findings of our ‘The Reality of Disability Hate Crime in Bristol 2026 Report', developed in collaboration with SARI.

October Newsletter

October 6, 2026

As October brings cooler days and the changing colours of autumn, October is also carrying on the big changes at BDEF!

September newsletter

September 11, 2026

As the seasons begin to change and we head into autumn, we know that this time of year can bring different opportunities and challenges for Disabled people.

Archived newsletters

June 14, 2026

A collection of some of BDEF's past newsletters in PDF format.

Listening to lived experience

May 22, 2026

Presenting the findings from targeted engagement with Disabled residents and allies on Bristol City Council’s South Bristol Liveable Neighbourhoods (SBLN) project.

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