Join a Subgroup
One of the best ways to get involved with YDRF is by joining a subgroup.
Help shape change in York
Subgroups bring together members and allies who share an interest in a particular area of our work. They provide opportunities to share ideas, influence priorities, support campaigns, and take action to remove barriers faced by disabled people in York.
Whether you can contribute regularly or occasionally, your experience, knowledge and perspective can help strengthen our collective voice.
Our subgroups
Access
Working to identify and challenge physical, sensory, digital and organisational barriers that exclude disabled people.
Attitudes and Awareness
Promoting understanding of disability rights and challenging attitudes, assumptions and stereotypes that create barriers to inclusion.
Communications and Membership Engagement
Helping YDRF communicate accessibly, reach more people and strengthen connections with members and the wider community.
Finance
Supporting the financial sustainability of the Forum so that we can continue our work for disability rights and inclusion.
Quiet Pride (LGBTQ+)
Exploring issues affecting disabled LGBTQ+ people and promoting intersectional approaches to disability rights.
Meetings and Events
Planning and supporting YDRF meetings and events, helping to create welcoming and accessible spaces for participation.
Neurodiversity
Focusing on issues affecting neurodivergent people and challenging barriers created by a society designed around neurotypical expectations.
Why join a subgroup?
Joining a subgroup can help you:
- Focus on issues that matter to you
- Work alongside other disabled people and allies
- Contribute your lived experience and expertise
- Help shape campaigns, projects and priorities
- Develop ideas that can lead to positive change in York
- Be part of a collective movement for disability rights
You do not need specialist knowledge or previous experience. Your perspective and commitment to challenging barriers are valuable.