Disability History Month
14 November to 20 December 2025
From 14 November to 20 December 2025, Strathclyde celebrates Disability History Month (DHM). DHM provides a space to focus on the history of the disabled rights movement and the struggle for equality and human rights.
The month is also an opportunity to challenge the myths and stereotypes that permeate the lives of disabled people and to elevate the voices of disabled people of the past and present. DHM also allows us to reflect on how ableism has shaped society, law, medicine, policy, and public and media discourse.
DHM includes the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on 3 December.
We have organised various events that provide opportunities for the Strathclyde community to engage, connect and reflect.
Find out more
Disability inclusion at Strathclyde
Driving forward disability inclusion
The University recently established a Disability Inclusion Steering Group and a Neurodiversity Working Group to lead our work on advancing access, equality, and inclusion for disabled and neurodiverse people in the Strathclyde community.
Supporting disabled applicants
Our new online resource for disabled applicants provides bespoke information and guidance on applying to study at the University as a disabled applicant. The resource was developed by an autistic recent graduate of Strathclyde via a paid work placement arranged by the Careers & Employability Service and hosted within the Widening Access Team.
Supporting disabled students
Disabled Students' Rep: Jay McKee, strathunion.disabledstudentsrep@strath.ac.uk
Disability & Wellbeing Service
The Disability & Wellbeing Service has a range of advisers with specialist expertise in disability, health, mental health, and counselling. They offer a broad range of support to students with any disability, mental health, and wellbeing-related needs.
Careers & Employability Service events
Check the Careers & Employability Service calendar for events throughout the month, hosted by employers and the Careers team.
Clubs & societies
Disabled Students Group: a space for students to share experiences, voice concerns and work together on campaigns addressing issues around accessibility.
Neurodiverse Students Association: a community group for neurodiverse students at Strathclyde. Join them to meet students who might be facing similar experiences at university.
Quiet Hour at Strath Union
Strath Union hosts a quiet hour every day from 9am to 10am.
During this time, no music will play on Levels 1 and 2. Screens are also either turned off or display a notice that it's a quiet hour.
By establishing a quiet hour, we're helping to create a less sensory-stimulating space for all, which will be particularly helpful to those who may be neurodiverse or have mental health conditions.
Supporting disabled staff
Disabled & Neurodiverse Staff Network
The Disabled & Neurodiverse Staff Network provides an opportunity to build a more inclusive and diverse university community and to enhance channels of support as well as community and visibility for disabled and neurodiverse colleagues at Strathclyde.
Staff Disability Advisor
Strathclyde has a dedicated advisor for staff with disabilities, including long-term health conditions. To contact Doug Ross, the Staff Disability Advisor, email douglas.ross@strath.ac.uk.
Disability History Month at Strathclyde Playlist
A selection of documentaries, docu-dramas and fictional programs, films and radio shows focusing on disability history, disabled people's rights, key social issues, and arts and culture. Curated by the University’s Equality & Diversity Office. The playlist can be accessed at any time (log-in required).
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6Nov2025
Careers event
An overview of Careers & Employability support for disabled students and graduates (information session). Further information and bookings via Careers and Employability service events calendar.Location: OnlineTime: 12.15pm to 12.45pm
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13Nov2025
Supporting Students with Dynamic Disabilities
Join us for an interactive session exploring how fluctuating health conditions and dynamic disabilities impact learning. Through case studies and student voices, we’ll identify barriers and share practical strategies to support affected students.Location: Wellbeing Room, TL466, Learning and Teaching BuildingTime: 10am to 12pm
Access requirements? Contact Grace Edwards: g.edwards@strath.ac.uk
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14Nov2025
Careers event
An overview of Careers & Employability support for disabled students and graduates (information session). Further information and bookings via Careers and Employability service events calendar.Location: OnlineTime: 12.15pm to 1pm
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18Nov2025
SafeTALK
This 3.5-hour session equips participants to recognise when someone may be experiencing suicidal thoughts and how to connect them with support. Open to staff, students and PG researchers, the training introduces the TALK steps—Tell, Ask, Listen, KeepSafe—and highlights community resources for suicide-safer help. No prior training required.Location: Presley Room, Strathclyde SportTime: 9.30am to 1pm
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19Nov2025
Supporting Students with Anxiety
This session introduces the impact of anxiety, anxiety disorders and stress on learning. Through case studies and student perspectives, we’ll explore barriers and share practical ways to support students experiencing anxiety and related mental health conditions.Location: Wellbeing Room, TL466, Learning and Teaching BuildingTime: 10am to 12pm
Access requirements? Contact Grace Edwards: g.edwards@strath.ac.uk
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20Nov2025
Careers event
An overview of Careers & Employability support for disabled students and graduates (information session). Further information and bookings via Careers and Employability service events calendar.Location: OnlineTime: 1.15pm to 2pm
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27Nov2025
Suicide First Aid Lite
This 4-hour online session introduces suicide prevention through empathy, reflection and practical tools. Open to all staff and students, the training explores stigma, the ripple effect of suicide, and introduces the Suicide Safety Guide’s 3-step model. No prior experience is needed.Location: Online (Zoom)Time: 9.30am to 1pm
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27Nov2025
Introduction to Disability Training Session
Disability is a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010, but what do we mean by and who comes under the term 'disability', how can we best support disabled students and staff, and how can we recognise and address the barriers faced in work and study environments? This session will increase awareness of disability and examine how we can support disabled students and colleagues.Location: TL660 (Mary Dunn Wing, Learning and Teaching building)Time: 10am to 11.30am
Access requirements? Contact Simran Kaur: Simran.kaur@strath.ac.uk
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28Nov2025
Careers event: Inclusive job search
How to find opportunities with supportive employers. Further information can be found via the Careers and Employability service events calendar.Location: OnlineTime: 12.15pm to 1pm
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28Nov2025
Careers event
An overview of Careers & Employability support for disabled students and graduates (information session). Further information and bookings via Careers and Employability service events calendar.Location: On campusTime: 1.15pm to 2pm
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28Nov2025
Careers event: Access to work information session
This session introduces the Access to Work scheme, a grant that supports people with a health condition or disability to overcome barriers at work (this could include paid work experience for a fixed term, such as a summer internship or a placement). Further information and bookings via Careers and Employability service events calendar.Location: OnlineTime: 1.15pm to 2pm
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2Dec2025
SafeTALK
This 3.5-hour session equips participants to recognise when someone may be experiencing suicidal thoughts and how to connect them with support. Open to staff, students and PG researchers, the training introduces the TALK steps—Tell, Ask, Listen, KeepSafe—and highlights community resources for suicide-safer help. No prior training required.Location: Mary Dunn Wing, Learning and Teaching building (TL651)Time: 9.30am to 1pm
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2Dec2025
Careers event
An overview of Careers & Employability support for disabled students and graduates (information session). Further information and bookings via Careers and Employability service events calendar.Location: OnlineTime: 11.15am to 12pm
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3Dec2025
Lighting up our campus for International Day of Persons with Disabilities
On Tuesday 3 December 2025, campus buildings will be lit up in purple – the colour of the disability rights movement – to mark International Day of Persons with Disabilities.Location: Various around campus
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9Dec2025
Careers event: Inclusive job search
How to find opportunities with supportive employers. Further information can be found via the Careers and Employability service events calendar.Location: On campusTime: 4.15pm to 5pm