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Zine Workshop: Make Noise Without Social Media (Ages 12–15)

Newcastle City Library 33 New Bridge St W,, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Zine Workshop: Make Noise Without Social Media (Ages 12–15)Saturday 22 November 2025 · 11:45am–1:15pm · Newcastle City Library, Level 3 Join 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 […]

Free Lunch & Learn: How accessible is your online presence for disabled people?

Online via Zoom

How accessible is your online presence for disabled people? | Lunch & Learn with Difference North East /* Include your existing block here */ How accessible is your online presence for disabled people? A 20-minute practical session to make your digital spaces more inclusive About this session Most people want to be accessible online, but […]

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Finding Power in Disability History

Billingham Library illingham Library, Kingsway, Stockton-on-Tees, Billingham, United Kingdom

Finding Power in Disability History: Breaking the Myths: Disability History Talk | Difference North East :root { --primary-dark: #0c2424; --primary-light: #d1bac3; --accent-violet: #b836b1; --accent-lime: #c4d424; --accent-teal: #36b4b8; --text-dark: #0c2424; --text-light: #f8f9fa; --background: #f8f9fa; --card-bg: #ffffff; } body { font-family: 'Avenir', sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; color: var(--text-dark); background-color: var(--background); padding: 20px; margin: 0; } .container { max-width: […]

Mary Greaves, Local Disability Hero

Online via Zoom

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. Members only event. Sign up here and we will contact you with the link. This event will […]

Imagining Accessible Futures – Members’ Workshop Newcastle City Library

Bewick Room, Newcastle City Library Bewick Hall (Level 2) Newcastle City Library Charles Avison Building, 33 New Bridge Street West, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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Imagining Accessible Futures – Members’ Workshop Northern Stage

Northern Stage Barras Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RH, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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