Bristol to recruit Disability Equality Commission Chair Bristol is recruiting a Chair for the new Disability Equality Commission, which is being established in recognition of the inequalities faced by Disabled people in the city. Once appointed, the Chair will lead the establishment, development, and delivery of the new mayoral commission.
The commission will hold focus groups with Disabled people in Bristol. The information gathered will feed into the development of a strategic plan to tackle disability inequality in Bristol, influence future decisions and recommendations to the Mayor and One City boards.
Kelvin Blake, Chair of the West of England Centre for Inclusive Living (WECIL) and The Commission aims to make a difference to member of the Disability Equality Commission the lives of Disabled people in Bristol through Steering Group said: “It is really important its work to embed disability equality in policy that we talk to diverse and under-represented and practice across the city. Disabled people about their experiences, to understand the issues that affect their lives Deputy Mayor Asher Craig, Chair of the and what they feel the priorities are for them. Disability Equality Commission Steering Group said: “We want to build a more “We want the whole city to be involved so we inclusive city to improve the lives and can start a more inclusive conversation about opportunities of all Disabled people. The disability. There will be discussions about commission is being set up because we current government policies, choice, how to recognise the negative impact that COVID-19 empower communities and build effective has had on Disabled people who already partnerships with stakeholders and service experience inequalities in transport, providers across the city.” employment, housing, and social care support.” Applications from Disabled people from all backgrounds are welcome. Applications close Thursday 22 July. More details can be found on the website Apply - Disability Equality Commission Chair - bristol.gov.uk. 20
