The Social Model of Disability

At Shaw Trust our work is guided by the social model of disability. We also support the identity model, which is closely related to the social model and emphasizes disability as a positive identity.  The social model of disability The social model of disability recognises society runs in ways that are disabling. It says disability is created […]

2024 Shortlist Announced!

photograph of the winners from 2023 on a stage as a group, they are looking slightly to the right and are in front of a red screen with white writing saying The Shaw Trust Disability Power 100

This year, the Disability Power 100 received 786 nominations. Well done to everyone who entered. 367 high-quality nominees were shortlisted. These nominees are trailblazers and role models who are making a significant impact on the lives of disabled people in the UK. They are building a more inclusive society that values the strengths and talents […]