Disability History Month 2025
Disability History Month runs until 20 December, and this year's theme is Disability, Life and Death. The national disabled members' forum is supporting the TUC's Dying to Work Campaign.
A terminal diagnosis brings stress and uncertainty, affecting not only the individual but also their family, friends, and colleagues. Many choose to keep working for reasons of financial security, mental health, and stability. They should not face uncertainty about employer support. With appropriate support, many people can remain in employment for months or even years after a terminal diagnosis.
PCS endorses the Dying to Work Campaign and Charter, led by the TUC, urging employers to commit to providing job security, fair policies, and compassionate treatment for those with terminal illnesses. This includes considering ill-health retirement applications. PCS representatives are available to offer guidance and support.
If your branch, group or region is hosting or supporting an event for Disability History Month, please let us know by emailing the Equality Team at [email protected] to promote it.
Join our online event
Members are invited to an intersectional event exploring health conditions and workplace adjustments on Tuesday 2 December.
Conditions such as diabetes, prostate cancer, hypertension, and high cholesterol affect many people, but Black members may face higher risks and less awareness within their communities. The event will raise awareness and share workplace support options.
It will be be hosted by Tracey Hylton, vice chair of the national Black members' committee (NBMC) , with speakers Hannah David (NDMF chair), Levoy Getton (NBMC), Harminder Lothian (NDMF), and Mal Shazell (NDMF).