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Why is it important for disabled people to see themselves represented in media, advertising and marketing? Hear from Courtney and Fleur, 2 disabled models that took part in our #ChangingTheImageOfDisability campaign: ow.ly/K9SS50Unyb0 #DisabilityRepresentation

#Journalists and #MediaProfessionals: need authentic images of disabled people? Our #ChangingTheImageOfDisability campaign offers 60 free images in everyday scenarios, including new non-office roles. Preview the collection and request access: ow.ly/324i50UkIaH

This week we launched a collection of 100 new images as part of our #ChangingTheImageOfDisability campaign (for our members only). The campaign also includes research on #DisabilityRepresentation, and free guidance on how to use disability-smart images. ow.ly/Hil450UhCsX

100 new images added to our Disability Smart Image Bank as part of our #ChangingTheImageOfDisability campaign! 📸 Free to access for our members. Media can request free access to 10 new photos (60 total). Find out more: ow.ly/6Yz150UhsOS #DisabilityRepresentation #IDPD

Listen now to the #AXSChat Podcast where we talk about the #ChangingTheImageOfDisability campaign. The podcast covers the research that underscores a glaring lack of authentic #DisabilityRepresentation and more 🎤Listen now: bit.ly/3LzdTCF

We've been really encouraged by the take up of our image bank by businesses, there is a desire to improve representation. #AXSChat #ChangingTheImageOfDisability

A6 1/2 By reminding companies that disabled people are valuable customers and consumers of content so need to be represented. #AXSChat #MediaDiversity #ChangingTheImageOfDisability

Our research with Ipsos included over 2000 disabled people so a good sample size. More on the findings businessdisabilityforum.org.uk/changing-the-i… #AXSChat #ChangingTheImageOfDisability

A5 1/2 The more we share our stories, the more authentic portrayal of disability becomes. Having high profile disabled people, such as Kadeena Cox OBE and @SimonMinty support the campaign and share their experiences makes a huge difference. #AXSChat #ChangingTheImageOfDisability

And of course captions unlike alt text can be seen by everyone not just screen reader users! #AXSChat #ChangingTheImageOfDisability

We found the best way to do this is to show aids that people use or barriers they experience and we co-created the images with the disabled models for authenticity. #AXSChat #ChangingTheImageOfDisability

A4 3/4 Our free guidance recommends mentioning disability in image descriptors if you have permission from the models . This particularly helps to raise awareness of less visible disabilities. #AXSChat #PositiveRepresentation #ChangingTheImageOfDisability businessdisabilityforum.org.uk/knowledge-hub/…

A4 1/3 Broadcaster @Channel4 has done some great work through their Disability Code of Portrayal #AXSChat #PositiveRepresentation #ChangingTheImageOfDisability assets-corporate.channel4.com/_flysystem/s3/…

So important to just show 'disability is normal' and impacts everyone. No two disabled people are the same. #AXSChat #ChangingTheImageOfDisability

A3 Our view of the world is influenced by what we see in the media and advertising. Disabled people are underrepresented in many areas of day-to-day life from workplaces through to actors on our screens and people in public life. #AXSChat #Inclusion #ChangingTheImageOfDisability

A2 1/2 In our #ChangingTheImageOfDisability research, disabled people said they do not feel represented by the images of disability they see in the media. #AXSChat #DisabilityAwareness businessdisabilityforum.org.uk/changing-the-i…

A2 2/2 1. Images of wheelchair users are overused. Less than 10 per cent of disabled people use wheelchairs. 2. Disability is portrayed as either a superpower or a weakness. Disability needs to be portrayed as just a normal part of life. #AXSChat #ChangingTheImageOfDisability

A1 2/2 Media creators need to portray disabled people in real life situations. Creators must also show the diversity of disabled people and of disability #AXSChat #DisabilityRepresentation #ChangingTheImageOfDisability

A1 1/2 Our #ChangingTheImageOfDisability guidance recommends involving disabled people throughout as models and advisers. #AXSChat #DisabilityRepresentation businessdisabilityforum.org.uk/knowledge-hub/…

Our #ChangingTheImageOfDisability campaign aims to increase #DisabilityRepresentation in imagery, create a more authentic and realistic view of disability and improve perceptions and awareness of disability. Find out more: ow.ly/HGQX50SbAqK #DisabilitySmart

A5 1/2 The more we share our stories, the more authentic portrayal of disability becomes. Having high profile disabled people, such as Kadeena Cox OBE and @SimonMinty support the campaign and share their experiences makes a huge difference. #AXSChat #ChangingTheImageOfDisability

A1 2/2 Media creators need to portray disabled people in real life situations. Creators must also show the diversity of disabled people and of disability #AXSChat #DisabilityRepresentation #ChangingTheImageOfDisability

A2 2/2 1. Images of wheelchair users are overused. Less than 10 per cent of disabled people use wheelchairs. 2. Disability is portrayed as either a superpower or a weakness. Disability needs to be portrayed as just a normal part of life. #AXSChat #ChangingTheImageOfDisability

What is it like taking part in a disability-smart photoshoot? Read the blog from our Taskforce Manager @LucyRuck, who modelled for the #ChangingTheImageOfDisability campaign: ow.ly/TJRo50QcoN6 #DisabilitySmart #Photography #Photoshoot #DisabilityRepresentation

If you use images in a BDF Member or Partner organisation, make sure you register for our #ChangingTheImageOfDisability webinar on 12 December. We will share our new Disability Smart Image Bank and guidance on using disability-smart images. Register now: ow.ly/LMcQ50Qcpmb

A2 1/2 In our #ChangingTheImageOfDisability research, disabled people said they do not feel represented by the images of disability they see in the media. #AXSChat #DisabilityAwareness businessdisabilityforum.org.uk/changing-the-i…

#Journalists and #MediaProfessionals: need authentic images of disabled people? Our #ChangingTheImageOfDisability campaign offers 60 free images in everyday scenarios, including new non-office roles. Preview the collection and request access: ow.ly/324i50UkIaH

Our #ChangingTheImageOfDisability campaign aims to increase #DisabilityRepresentation in imagery, create a more authentic and realistic view of disability and improve perceptions and awareness of disability. Find out more: ow.ly/HGQX50SbAqK #DisabilitySmart

This week we launched a collection of 100 new images as part of our #ChangingTheImageOfDisability campaign (for our members only). The campaign also includes research on #DisabilityRepresentation, and free guidance on how to use disability-smart images. ow.ly/Hil450UhCsX

We want to improve the representation of disabled people in images, so we’re launching our #ChangingTheImageOfDisability campaign. Our members now have access to a Disability Smart Image Bank and guidance. More to come in 2024! ow.ly/wKV550Qc0GB #IDPWD

100 new images added to our Disability Smart Image Bank as part of our #ChangingTheImageOfDisability campaign! 📸 Free to access for our members. Media can request free access to 10 new photos (60 total). Find out more: ow.ly/6Yz150UhsOS #DisabilityRepresentation #IDPD

Why is it important for disabled people to see themselves represented in media, advertising and marketing? Hear from Courtney and Fleur, 2 disabled models that took part in our #ChangingTheImageOfDisability campaign: ow.ly/K9SS50Unyb0 #DisabilityRepresentation