Making active lives possible: Half-day conference
The Disability Action Alliance (DAA) and English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) are pleased to present
a half-day conference in London on Tuesday 24 November 2015.
Event information. Half-day conference
There are over 11 million disabled people in our country. Disabled people should have the same
opportunities to be as active as non-disabled people. Being active can make a huge difference to disabled
people's quality of life. It has many benefits to our own lives and the community we live in. Yet, disabled
people's activity is much lower than non-disabled people.
The Disability Action Alliance (DAA) and English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) have worked together
to organise a half-day conference in London. This is an opportunity for Disabled People User-led
Organisations, EFDS Members and EFDS Associate Members to hear from speakers in Government, sport
and disability rights.
In February 2015, EFDS revealed their Charter for Change. EFDS is asking organisations, and those who
support disabled people, to back this Charter. The national charity believes that everyone has the power to
change opinions and increase the number of active disabled people. This includes those within
Government, sport, fitness, health, charities, the media and in wider communications.
The Charter outlines three Asks. This conference focuses on the second Ask, which says disabled people
will have the same opportunity as non-disabled people to be active throughout their lives.
The organisers hope the event will allow people to talk openly on supporting more disabled people to be
active for life.
Date: Tuesday 24 November 2015
Venue: Central Hall Westminster, Storey's Gate, Westminster, London SW1H 9NH.
To read more about the venue's accessibility, please find their access pages here: https://www.c-hw.com/delegate/accessibility/
Organised by: Disability Action Alliance (DAA) and the English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS),
supported by Office for Disability Issues and Department for Work and Pensions
Exclusive invitation to:
• Disabled People User-led Organisations
• EFDS Members
• EFDS Associate Members
Timings (subject to change):
10:00 am Arrival, refreshments, exhibitions and networking
11:00 am Welcome and introduction- Liz Sayce (Disability Action Alliance/Disability Rights UK)
11:10 am Keynotes/presentations:
Liz Sayce (Disability Action Alliance/Disability Rights UK)
 Justin Tomlinson MP (Minister for Disabled People)
 Sport representative
 Barry Horne (Chief Executive, EFDS)
11:50 Key conclusions
12 noon Break out discussions.
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This hour is an opportunity to talk and share. The organisers want to hear from DPULOs and other
delegates about their wide range of experience and expertise. EFDS will provide advice, information
and resources on areas, including:
Support available through the Sainsbury's Inclusive Community Training. Find out who you can
work with to organise more activities in your area.
Funding opportunities.
The latest research and insight.
Accessible and inclusive marketing and communications.
DPULOs connecting with activity providers.
Accessible leisure opportunities through the Inclusive Fitness Initiative.
Club and sports development through the National Governing Bodies of sport.
13:00 Close and depart
To find out more information for your access or communications requirements, please email
Jannine Walker on Mailto:jwalker@efds.co.uk or phone 01509 227750.
The sign-up for this free event closes on Wednesday 10 November 2015.
Register your interest in attending the event on 24 November 2015. Sign up by 10 November 2015.
Sign up for the event here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/making-active-lives-possibleregistration-19040481593
The English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) exists to make active lives possible and ensure that
millions of disabled people can lead active lifestyles.
SportPark, Loughborough University, 3 Oakwood Drive, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3QF
Tel: 01509 227750 Fax: 01509 227777 Registered Charity No. 1075180
http://www.efds.co.uk