The NU Disability Interest Group (NU DIG) is a disabled staff and student network at Newcastle University. We aim to:
- promote accessibility and inclusion
- encourage good practice in all the University does
- promote positive attitudes towards disability
- provide a forum for sharing ideas, experiences and expertise
- influence University decision making and policy development
Blog posts
- Neurodiversity Celebration Week eventRachel Queen has informed us of an event she’s helping to organise for Neurodiversity Celebration Week. It’s open to all Newcastle University staff and students, and you can attend either in-person at the Centre for Life or on Zoom. A workshop arranged as part of Neurodiversity Celebration Week. We have invited Dr Amy Pearson, assistant Professor in… Read more: Neurodiversity Celebration Week event
- Disability History Month 2023 event recap
Our event for Disability History Month on November 30th was a success, with over 50 people stopping by to respond to our question, “What is a disability?” We handed out a few flyers, and the fidget toys were a big hit! It was great to hear a wide range of perspectives on disability, from just… Read more: Disability History Month 2023 event recap - Lighting up King’s Gate for the International Day of People with Disabilities
On Friday 1st December we will light up the King’s Gate building purple to mark the International Day of People with Disabilities (IDPWD). The day is a United Nations initiative for: Celebration – to recognize and value the diversity of our global community, and to cherish the role we all play, regardless of our abilities;… Read more: Lighting up King’s Gate for the International Day of People with Disabilities - What is a disability? – Disability History Month 2023 event
The Disability Interest Group (DIG) team at Newcastle University have created this event to celebrate Disability History Month 2023 and we welcome you to attend! - New co-chair model!The Disability Interest Group (DIG) relaunched in July 2023 with a new Co-Chair model. The network now has three chairs: Stephanie Roberts, Christian Lawson-Perfect, and Kevin Johnson. The chairs have a variety of professional and lived experiences and have a passion for disability inclusion. They are also looking for new members to join our DIG… Read more: New co-chair model!