The Board of Deputies of British Jews has today launched a national call for evidence as part of its Commission on Disability Inclusion in the Jewish Community, a major new initiative chaired by past President Vivian Wineman.
The call for evidence, which is open until 20 July, follows an initial two-month period of stakeholder consultation. It seeks to capture the lived experiences of disabled people across Jewish communal life in the UK.
The Commission would like to understand what is working well, where barriers remain, and which practical changes would make the greatest difference. This evidence will play a central role in shaping the Commission’s work and recommendations.
It welcome responses from disabled people, their families and carers, as well as practitioners, synagogues, youth movements, clergy, lay leaders, communal organisations, charities in the field, and anyone with relevant experience.
Vivian Wineman, Chair of the Commission on Disability Inclusion, said:
“This call for evidence is a vital opportunity for us to listen carefully to the lived experiences of disabled people and those who support them. By gathering honest feedback from across our communities, we can develop practical recommendations that lead to meaningful and lasting change. I strongly encourage anyone with relevant experience to share their insights and help shape a more inclusive future.”
The call for evidence can be found at bod.org.uk/disability