The Disabled Members Council is looking for disabled members to register as such so that it can draw up more effective policies and campaigns on their behalf.
It is looking at a new disability policy covering matters such as employment issues and support and access to the Annual Delegate Meeting.
In the past it has launched the Hacked Off campaign to fight the use of unacceptable terminology in news and features relating to disabled people. The 10-strong council works in and outside the union on matters relating to improving opportunities for disabled members in the industry and on offering greater access to union services.
It is aware some members are worried about registering as a disabled member. Any member can register in confidence at membership@nuj.org.uk or contact DMC's chair Stephen Brookes MBE at stbmbe@aol.com or union official Lena Calvert at lenac@nuj.org.uk
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