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SUMMARY:Imagining Accessible Futures – Members’ Workshop Northern Stage
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n\nImagining Accessible Futures: Northern Stage\nA creative workshop for Difference North East members\nImagining Accessible Futures\, Members Northern Stage: What could the world look like if everyone’s access needs were met? If our homes\, streets\, and workplaces truly worked for all of us\, what would we be doing\, creating\, and celebrating together? \nJoin us for a relaxed\, creative session where we’ll explore the future we want to build. You don’t need any artistic experience\,just your imagination and your ideas. Through simple\, low-pressure creative activities\, we’ll look ahead to the next year of Difference North East’s work and gather your thoughts on what matters most to our community. \n\nWednesday\, December 10\, 2025. 12:30-2:30 Northern Stage\, Newcastle\n2 hours\nSmall group (max 8 people):  plus carers & facilitator\nAccess: If you need BSL interpretation please let us know ASAP & please let us know any other access needs in advance\nIn-person only (we may run a digital version in the new year if there’s interest!)\n\nThis is your chance to connect\, dream big\, and help shape Difference’s priorities for 2026\, together. \n  \n\nBook your free place\nSpaces are limited. If you can;t use the form above use this link: \nFill in the form
URL:https://differencenortheast.org.uk/event/imagining-accessible-futures-northern-stage/
LOCATION:Northern Stage\, Barras Bridge\, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RH\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 7RH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Disability History,Disabled representation
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SUMMARY:Imagining Accessible Futures - Members' Workshop Newcastle City Library
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n\nImagining Accessible Futures Members in Newcastle City Library\nA creative workshop for Difference North East members\nImagining Accessible Futures – Newcastle City Library: What could the world look like if everyone’s access needs were met? If our homes\, streets\, and workplaces truly worked for all of us\, what would we be doing\, creating\, and celebrating together? \nJoin us for a relaxed\, creative session where we’ll explore the future we want to build. You don’t need any artistic experience—just your imagination and your ideas. Through simple\, low-pressure creative activities\, we’ll look ahead to the next year of Difference North East’s work and gather your thoughts on what matters most to our community. \n\nTuesday\, December 9\, 2025. 1:30-3:30pm Bewick Room\, Newcastle City Library\n2 hours\nSmall group (max 8 people):  plus carers & facilitator\nAccess: If you need BSL interpretation please let us know ASAP & please let us know any other access needs in advance\nIn-person only (we may run a digital version in the new year if there’s interest!)\n\nThis is your chance to connect\, dream big\, and help shape Difference’s priorities for 2026\, together. \n  \n\nBook your free place\nSpaces are limited. If you can;t use the form above use this link: \nFill in the form
URL:https://differencenortheast.org.uk/event/imagining-accessible-futures-newcastle-city-library/
LOCATION:Bewick Room\, Newcastle City Library\, Bewick Hall (Level 2) Newcastle City Library Charles Avison Building\, 33 New Bridge Street West\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 8AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Disability History,Disabled representation
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SUMMARY:Mary Greaves\, Local Disability Hero
DESCRIPTION:As part of Disability History Month\, Christopher Hartworth will be delivering a presentation and talk about Mary Greaves\, a Disability Activist from Whitley Bay who was involved in lobbying for the Chronically Sick and Disabled Persons Act 1970. \nMembers only event. Sign up here and we will contact you with the link. \nThis event will be held on zoom. You might find these resources helpful – how to join and Zoom call and Ground Rules for Difference Events.\nIf you require any adjustments to attend Difference North East events\, please let us know by emailing hello@differencenortheast.org.uk or by phone/text/whatsapp to 07304061207. \nRegister\n\n\n \nPrefer a full-screen version?\n\nClick here to register instead\n. \nJoin Difference North East
URL:https://differencenortheast.org.uk/event/mary-greaves-local-disability-hero/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Women,Disability History,Disabled representation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251203T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251203T140000
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SUMMARY:Finding Power in Disability History
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n  \n  \nFinding Power in Disability History: Join us this International Day of Disabled People for a powerful and engaging talk that connects the past\, present\, and future of disability rights. \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, 3 December 2025\nTime: Talk 12:00pm – 2:00pm (starts 12:15pm)\nRefreshments and relaxed questions: 1:00pm – 2:00pm\nWhere: Billingham Library\, Kingsway\, Stockton-on-Tees\, Billingham TS23 2LN\nCost: FREE (but booking is essential)\nBook: CLICK HERE  \n\nFinding Power in Disability History: Did You Know\n\nThat in 1880\, sign language was banned in education around the world?\nThat in 1907\, enforced sterilisation for “confirmed idiots” was enacted in America\, and quickly spread to other countries?\nThat in the 1920s\, unions of disabled war veterans were formed\, and blind workers marched on London against poor pay and conditions?\nThat in 1992\, disabled people stopped a charity telethon?\nThat 2025 marks 30 years since the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) was passed in 1995?\n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker\nClaire Andrews from Difference North East will take us on a journey through disability history\, showing how the stories of the past shape the policies of today\, and what the future could look like. \nClaire has a degree in Disability Studies and has worked for charities across Teesside for the last 20 years. A proud disabled woman\, she describes herself as wanting to make a “small difference in our corner of the world.” \n\n\nFinding Power in Disability History: Who Should Come?\nThis is a talk for everyone who wants to understand more about disability history and rights\, and how to take action today. \n\nLocal businesses wanting to make workplaces more accessible\nDeaf and Disabled people curious about our shared history\nPolicymakers and allies eager to support real inclusion\n\nThis is a talk you don’t want to miss.  \n\n\nAccess Information\nWe want everyone to feel welcome and comfortable attending. \n\nCarers and PAs are welcome\nAccessible toilets on site\nFree accessible parking nearby\n\nQuestions about access? Contact Susan Robinson on 01642 524076 or email susan.robinson@stockton.gov.uk \n\n\nBook Your Free Place\nBooking is required as space is limited. CLICK HERE AND BOOK! \nJoin Difference North East Today
URL:https://differencenortheast.org.uk/event/finding-power-in-disability-history/
LOCATION:Billingham Library\, illingham Library\, Kingsway\, Stockton-on-Tees\, Billingham\, TS23 2LN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Disability History,Teesside,Stockton-on-Tees
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SUMMARY:Free Lunch & Learn: How accessible is your online presence for disabled people?
DESCRIPTION:How accessible is your online presence for disabled people? | Lunch & Learn with Difference North East\n    \n\n\n \n\n\nHow accessible is your online presence for disabled people?\nA 20-minute practical session to make your digital spaces more inclusive \n\n\nAbout this session\n\nMost people want to be accessible online\, but many don’t know where to start.\nIn this short Lunch & Learn webinar\, Claire will guide you through the essentials of making your website\, social media and digital materials more inclusive for disabled people.\n             \n\nYou’ll learn what accessibility really means in practice\, how to spot common barriers\, and which quick changes can make the biggest difference to your audience. There’ll be 5 minutes for questions and 5 minutes for feedback at the end.\n             \n\nDate: Monday 1 December 2025\n                Time: 12:30pm-1pm\n                Run time: 20 mins + Q&A & feedback\n                Format: Free Zoom webinar\n                Accessibility: Live captions and BSL interpretation provided\n                Spaces: Max 95 attendees \n \n\n                FREE EVENT\n                Join us for a quick\, practical session\, perfect for your lunch break!\n            \nRegister now\n\nFill out the form below to reserve your spot.\nYou’ll receive your Zoom link by email after registration.\n             \n\n\nZoom registration form\n\n    \n  \n\n    If the form doesn’t load\, please\n    \n       open the Zoom registration in a new tab.\n    \n   \n\n\n \n\nLove what we do?\nJoining Difference North East is free and helps us keep offering sessions like this one.\nBe part of a growing community making the North East more accessible for everyone.
URL:https://differencenortheast.org.uk/event/how-accessible-is-your-online-presence-for-disabled-people-dhm2025/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Accessibility,Disability History,Digital Accessibility
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SUMMARY:Claiming the Normal - Hartlepool
DESCRIPTION:Claim the Normal\nCreated by Difference North East and photographed by Kev Howard\, the project Claiming the Normal celebrates every day disabled lives\, challenging stereotypes and reclaiming space for authentic representation. The exhibition showcases striking portraits of disabled people doing ordinary things—working\, shopping\, enjoying hobbies\, and simply living their lives. \n\n@differencenortheast The media often gets disability WRONG! 🚫 Disabled people are shown as either helpless or superheroes. ✅ But in real life\, disabled people go to the pub\, shop\, work\, and have fun—just like everyone else. We’re taking real photos to show every day disabled people—AND WE NEED YOU! Get paid £50-£75 for a 1-3 hour photo shoot. No experience needed—just be yourself! Interested? Send us a DM\, email christopher@differencenortheast.org.uk\, or text/WhatsApp 07813 789529. Tag a friend who should be part of this! #RealDisabledLife #representationmatters #disabledtiktok #disability ♬ original sound: Difference North East\n\n \nThrough these images\, the project breaks down barriers and invites audiences to rethink how disability is portrayed: beyond clichés of “superhuman” or “helpless.” \nAbout the Project:\nReclaiming the Normal is a photography initiative by Difference North East\, a disability rights charity dedicated to ending discrimination\, improving access\, and changing public perceptions of disability!
URL:https://differencenortheast.org.uk/event/claiming-the-normal-hartlepool/
LOCATION:Hartlepool Art Gallery\, Church St\,\, Hartlepool\, TS24 7EQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Disability History,Disabled representation,arts
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SUMMARY:Imagining Accessible Futures - Members' Workshop Amble
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n\nImagining Accessible Futures Members in Amble\nA creative workshop for Difference North East members\nImagining Accessible Futures\, Members Amble: What could the world look like if everyone’s access needs were met? If our homes\, streets\, and workplaces truly worked for all of us—what would we be doing\, creating\, and celebrating together? \nJoin us for a relaxed\, creative session where we’ll explore the future we want to build. You don’t need any artistic experience—just your imagination and your ideas. Through simple\, low-pressure creative activities\, we’ll look ahead to the next year of Difference North East’s work and gather your thoughts on what matters most to our community. \n\nThursday\, November 27\, 2025 12.30-2pm\, Dry Water Arts\n2 hours\nSmall group (max 8 people):  plus carers & facilitator\nAccess: If you need BSL interpretation\, please let us know ASAP & please let us know any other access needs in advance\nIn-person only (we may run a digital version in the new year if there’s interest!)\n\nThis is your chance to connect\, dream big\, and help shape Difference’s priorities for 2026\, together. \n  \n\nBook your free place\nSpaces are limited. If you can;t use the form above use this link: \nFill in the form
URL:https://differencenortheast.org.uk/event/imagining-accessible-futures-members-workshop-amble/
LOCATION:Drywater Arts Centre\, The Workshop\, Wellwood Street\, Amble\, NE65 0FG
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Disability History,Northumberland,Amble
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251122T114500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251122T131500
DTSTAMP:20260430T220648
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SUMMARY:Zine Workshop: Make Noise Without Social Media (Ages 12–15)
DESCRIPTION:Zine Workshop: Make Noise Without Social Media (Ages 12–15)Saturday 22 November 2025 · 11:45am–1:15pm · Newcastle City Library\, Level 3 \nJoin artist Miki Rogers for a creative zine-making session for young people aged 12–15. Explore how small handmade magazines can express big ideas — identity\, community\, and the issues that matter. No experience needed; all materials provided. \nZine-making is “anti-social social media” — it’s about conversation\, creativity and connection\, not followers or likes. \n🎟️ Free but limited places — Book your spot on Eventbrite
URL:https://differencenortheast.org.uk/event/zine-workshop-make-noise-without-social-media/
LOCATION:Newcastle City Library\, 33 New Bridge St W\,\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 8AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Disability History,Our Voice,Young people
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251119T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251119T170000
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SUMMARY:What Matters To You Matters To Art.
DESCRIPTION:What Matters To You Matters To Art.\nWe’re working with the Alphabetti  to bring conversation\, events and meaningful change to how disabled artists are integrated into the north-east creative sector. \nFor one of our free events next week we’re inviting d/Deaf\, Disabled\, neurodivergent artists and those with chronic conditions to talk creativity\, access\, and the world we want to build. \nThis is a free\, non-ticketed event. Just turn up to the bar space at Alphabetti Theatre on Wednesday\, November 19th any time between 3pm and 5pm to be a part of the conversation. \nSee you there!
URL:https://differencenortheast.org.uk/event/what-matters-to-you-matters-to-art/
LOCATION:Alphabetti Theatre\, St James Boulevard\, Newcastle Upon Tyne\, NE1 4HP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Disability History,arts
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251119T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251119T143000
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SUMMARY:In-Person Disability Canon: Alphabetti Theatre & Difference North East
DESCRIPTION:In-Person Disability Canon: Alphabetti Theatre & Difference North East\n    \n\n\n \n\n         \n\nIn-Person Disability Canon\n\n\nFor centuries disabled people have existed on stages\, and in literature as villains\, objects of ridicule or pity\, and never in our own right. Disabled lives have been narrated by others – framed through fear\, charity or tragedy – rather than told through our own voices. \nDisabled people’s experiences don’t fit familiar narratives and our art and activism is so readily dismissed by a world that often refuses to see us as fully human – a world that\, at times\, would rather we didn’t exist. \nThrough a series of creative reflections\, open discussion and shared reflection\, we will ask what it means to reshape the North East theatre landscape around the Disability Canon\, and how reimaging those stories can shift culture\, policy\, systems and power. \nThere will be BSL interpretation provided by Becoming Visible\, available through the online tickets. \nIf you are d/Deaf and require BSL interpretation\, please book an online ticket. \nbooked here!\nA big thank you to Northumberland Estates for making this interpretation possible. \nEd Cole (Artistic & Executive Director\, Alphabetti Theatre) and Bex Bowsher (Theatre Director and Development Manager for Difference North East) will be available after the event to discuss issues raised with anyone who may prefer a 1-to-1 setting. \nOnline tickets (zoom) should be booked here!\n\n\n\n                 \n                \n            \n\n         \n\nBook Your Place – In-Person Event\n  \n   \n\n    If the embed doesn’t work\, book directly on TicketSource:\n    \n      Click here to book
URL:https://differencenortheast.org.uk/event/in-person-disability-canon-alphabetti-theatre-difference-north-east/
CATEGORIES:Disability History,arts
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SUMMARY:Disabled Canon ZOOM EVENT - Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Canon ZOOM EVENT – Discussion\n    \n    \n\n\n    \n     \n	Disabled Canon ZOOM EVENT – Discussion\n    \n\n\n \n\n\nDisabled Canon ZOOM EVENT – How the North East can lead meaningful change in the creative sector’s relationship to disabled-led work.\n\n\nFor centuries disabled people have existed on stages\, and in literature as villains\, objects of ridicule or pity\, and never in our own right. Disabled lives have been narrated by others – framed through fear\, charity or tragedy – rather than told through our own voices. \nDisabled people’s experiences don’t fit familiar narratives and our art and activism is so readily dismissed by a world that often refuses to see us as fully human – a world that\, at times\, would rather we didn’t exist. \nThrough a series of creative reflections\, open discussion and shared reflection\, we will ask what it means to reshape the North East theatre landscape around the Disability Canon\, and how reimaging those stories can shift culture\, policy\, systems and power. \nThere will be BSL interpretation provided by Becoming Visible\, available through the online tickets. \nIf you are d/Deaf and require BSL interpretation\, please book an online ticket. \nA big thank you to Northumberland Estates for making this interpretation possible. \nEd Cole (Artistic & Executive Director\, Alphabetti Theatre) and Bex Bowsher (Theatre Director and Development Manager for Difference North East) will be available after the event to discuss issues raised with anyone who may prefer a 1-to-1 setting. \n\n\n\n                 \n                \n            \n\n      \n\nDisabled Canon ZOOM EVENT – Discussion. Book Your Free Place\n  \n   \n\n    If the embed doesn’t work\, book directly on TicketSource:\n    \n      Click here to book
URL:https://differencenortheast.org.uk/event/the-disabled-canon-discussion-zoom-event/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Disability History,arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alphabetti Theatre":MAILTO:enquiries@alphabettitheatre.co.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
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SUMMARY:Claiming the Normal: Photography Exhibition - Newcastle
DESCRIPTION:Claim the Normal\nCreated by Difference North East and photographed by Kev Howard\, the project Claiming the Normal celebrates every day disabled lives\, challenging stereotypes and reclaiming space for authentic representation. The exhibition showcases striking portraits of disabled people doing ordinary things—working\, shopping\, enjoying hobbies\, and simply living their lives. \n\n@differencenortheast The media often gets disability WRONG! 🚫 Disabled people are shown as either helpless or superheroes. ✅ But in real life\, disabled people go to the pub\, shop\, work\, and have fun—just like everyone else. We’re taking real photos to show every day disabled people—AND WE NEED YOU! Get paid £50-£75 for a 1-3 hour photo shoot. No experience needed—just be yourself! Interested? Send us a DM\, email christopher@differencenortheast.org.uk\, or text/WhatsApp 07813 789529. Tag a friend who should be part of this! #RealDisabledLife #representationmatters #disabledtiktok #disability ♬ original sound: Difference North East\n\n \nThrough these images\, the project breaks down barriers and invites audiences to rethink how disability is portrayed: beyond clichés of “superhuman” or “helpless.” \nAbout the Project:\nReclaiming the Normal is a photography initiative by Difference North East\, a disability rights charity dedicated to ending discrimination\, improving access\, and changing public perceptions of disability!
URL:https://differencenortheast.org.uk/event/claiming-the-normal-photography-exhibition-newcastle/
LOCATION:Newcastle City Library\, 33 New Bridge St W\,\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 8AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Disability History,Disabled representation,arts
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250709T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250709T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T220648
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SUMMARY:Ramping Up Rights: An Evening with Rachel Charlton-Dailey
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of disabled resistance\, solidarity\, and stories with the ‘Ramping Up Rights’ Book Launch!\nRamping Up Rights Book Launch! To mark the launch of Ramping Up Rights: An Unfinished History of British Disability Activism\, author\, and journalist Rachel Charlton-Dailey (see articles here in the Mirror and here in the Canary!) will be in conversation with Claire Andrews from Difference North East! \n🗓 Wednesday 9 July 2025🕖 7:00PM📍 Stockton Library🎟 £5 per ticket – redeemable against a copy of the book on the night🤝 Free tickets for PAs/carers/support workers available — just request a second ticket in the Notes box at checkout. \nExpect honest\, unapologetic conversation about activism\, history\, and the fight for disabled rights in the UK: past\, present\, and future. \n📚 Hosted in partnership with Drake the Bookshop. \nAccess Information\n\n\nStep-free access \n\n\nLift to all floors \n\n\nAccessible restrooms \n\n\nHearing loop \n\n\nAutomatic doors \n\n\nAccessible parking \n\n\nBaby changing facilities \n\nBSL interpreted\n\nTicketless booking – just give your name at the door (register here)
URL:https://differencenortheast.org.uk/event/ramping-up-rights-book-launch/
LOCATION:Stockton Central Library\, Church Rd\, Stockton-on-Tees\, TS18 1TU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Policy,Disability History,Teesside,Stockton-on-Tees
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