We gathered to discuss the findings of our ‘The Reality of Disability Hate Crime in Bristol 2026 Report’, developed in
collaboration with SARI.
The Reality of Disabled Hate in Bristol 2026 Launch and Report Read More »
As October brings cooler days and the changing colours of autumn, October is also carrying on the big changes at BDEF!
October Newsletter Read More »
Presenting the findings from targeted engagement with Disabled residents and allies on Bristol City Council’s South Bristol Liveable Neighbourhoods (SBLN) project.
Listening to lived experience Read More »
Looking at how Adult Social Care can monitor its performance framework based on what matters to the people who access Adult Social Care Services.
Adult Social Care: Measuring What Matters Read More »
A summary of our Member’s Forum in March. We discussed our recent co-produced report, the new website, and ways to get people more involved.
March Members Forum Read More »
We have gathered our member’s comments and feedback to produce an open letter to employers.
Open letter to employers Read More »
BDEF’s 2025 AGM was an exciting place to be. We had quite a few
people say that it was the best AGM they had ever been to!
Recap of our 2025 AGM Read More »
Introduction The Bristol Disability Equality Forum (BDEF) stands as a Disabled-led organisation committed to dismantling the systemic barriers that hinder Disabled people in Bristol from fully participating in society. Our approach is rooted in the lived experiences of Disabled individuals, ensuring that their voices are central to the development and implementation of solutions. Our Theory
Our mini Theory of Change 2025 Read More »
BDEF helps to produce a report on how Adult Social Care could meet the needs of the people using its services in a fair and equitable way.
“Meeting Needs” Report Read More »
Catch up on what we discussed at our June meeting from our office move to intersectionality and more.
June 2025 Members Meeting Read More »