Know your rights
The better we know ourselves, the more able we are to advocate for our needs to be met. You deserve to be healthy and well.
In coaching we often talk about the actions we can take to improve our own health and wellbeing, like changes to routines or diet. But sometimes even if we’re doing all we can, the systems, environment, or people around us can prevent us from accessing our full health and wellbeing needs.
Many people are not aware of the reasonable adjustments that can, and should, be made available to support them, whether in work, study, in health care or in every day life.
The following is a list I’m compiling (and adding to over time) of external websites that might be useful for you to get started.
Scope campaigns to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. They create opportunities and provide information and support that empowers.
https://www.equalityhumanrights.com/
The Equality and Human Rights Commission use a range of powers to encourage equality and diversity, eliminate unlawful discrimination, and protect and promote the human rights of everyone in Britain.
Turn2us is a national charity that provides practical information and support to people facing income shocks and financial insecurity.
https://www.disabilityrightsuk.org/
Disability Rights UK is the UK’s leading Disabled People's Organisation (DPO) led by, run by, and working for Disabled people. They work for better rights, accessibility, benefits, quality of life and economic opportunities for Disabled people.
Find information and services to help you manage your health in England.
https://www.equalityadvisoryservice.com/
TheEquality Advisory Service helpline advises and assists individuals on issues relating to equality and human rights, across England, Scotland and Wales.
