Hristos Meletis – volonter ENIL-a Kako institucije i društva doživljavaju ljude s telesnim oštećenjima? Zašto ljudi s oštećenjima ne učestvuju ravnopravno u društvu? Šta je onemogućenost/onemogućavanost (invalidnost)? Ako biste postavili ova pitanja u različitim vremenima i na različitim mestima kroz istoriju, dobili biste potpuno različite odgovore. Onemogućenost (invalidnost) je, s jedne strane, složen i prirodan deo ljudske prirode, a s druge strane, nešto što je dubok...| ENIL
The statement can be downloaded herein pdf and herein word The European Commission has decided to reverse its earlier decision to withdraw the proposal for a directive on equal treatment. Since this legislation is urgently needed, the European Network on Independent Living (ENIL) welcomes the continuation of negotiations. However, we believe that greater ambition is required than simply moving forward with the proposal in its current form. We recommend strengthening and raising the quality o...| ENIL
The European Network on Independent Living - ENIL is looking for an external evaluator to asses its work co-funded by the European Union during the period 2022 - 2025. If you are interested and satisfy the criteria, please apply by Sunday, 21 September. For more details about the work expected, required profile and remuneration, please consult the Call for Applications. DOWNLOAD THE CALL FOR APPLICATIONS The post ENIL is looking for an External Evaluator appeared first on ENIL.| ENIL
An article written by ENIL's volunteer Christos Meletis Many people—both disabled and non-disabled—don’t realize that there is an ongoing debate about whether we should say “disabled people” or “people with disabilities.” There are two main approaches when addressing people with impairments: Identity-First Language (IFL): e.g. disabled person, blind person, paraplegic person Person-First Language (PFL): e.g. person with a disability, person with a mental disorder, person with a ...| ENIL
The European Strategy on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is the European Union´s framework in the area of disability policy for the period ...| ENIL
My time with ENIL has come to an end, and I can say, without a hint of exaggeration, that it has been a transformative ...| ENIL
Date: Wednesday, 3 September Time: 10.00-11.30 CET Location: Zoom The event will explore the intersection of neurodiversity, gender, and disability rights, with a particular focus on how ableism and gender bias affect the experiences of neurodivergent women and girls. Through expert insights and lived experiences, we aim to shed light on the barriers to diagnosis, support, and full participation in society - and how the Independent Living movement can help drive change. Join this event Click ...| ENIL
July was Disability Pride Month and we celebrated it in the most powerful way. ENIL (European Network on Independent Living) and Fight For Right - a Ukrainian organisation defending the rights of disabled people - organised Leaderka Summer School, a leadership program rooted in disability justice, intersectional feminism, and solidarity. A space for learning, connection, and collective empowerment Held from 14 to 18 July in Brussels, Belgium, and supported by the European Youth Foundation of ...| ENIL
On the 21st of July 2025 one year was marked since the passing of Adolf Ratzka. As we remember his life and extraordinary contributions, we, and specially on behalf of Adolf’s widow Dorothee Riedel and daughter Katharina Ratzka, express our heartfelt gratitude to all who have honored Adolf in various ways. With this short note we want to share how Adolf’s legacy lives on within the Independent Living Institute and invite your continued support for the cause of Independent Living. Ado...| ENIL
ENIL achieved a major success in its advocacy campaign in defence of the right to legal capacity. At the beginning of July the Committee ...| ENIL
Strategic litigation is the use of legal action to bring about broader social or policy change beyond the individual case. It focuses on addressing systemic violations of rights, setting legal precedents, and promoting changes in laws or practices that affect a wider group of people. In the context of disability rights, strategic litigation can challenge discriminatory laws, push for the implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), and ensure equal ac...| ENIL
How do institutions and societies perceive people with bodily impairments? Why don’t people with impairments participate equally in society? What is disability? If you asked these questions at different times and in different places throughout history, you would get completely different answers. Disability is, on one hand, a complex and natural part of the human condition, and on the other, something deeply shaped by its social and historical context. So, what is a model? A model is a simpl...| ENIL
In Spain, the minimum wage is €1,184 gross multiplied by 14 payments. On the other hand, the personal assistance benefit in most of our ...| ENIL
Today ENIL launches a new briefing which advances concrete suggestions for a reform of EU State Aid legislation. Making the General Block Exemption Regulation ...| ENIL
The European Network on Independent Living (ENIL) is a user-led network of disabled people, with members throughout Europe.| ENIL
Date: Thursday, 10 July 2025Platform: ZoomOccasion: Disability Pride MonthTime: 14:00 – 15:30 CETAccessibility: Live captioning and sign language interpretation will be provided Join us ...| ENIL
The neurodiversity concept has inspired many people with new found confidence. At ENIL we are proud that the term neurodiversity was invented by autistic ...| ENIL
On Tuesday, May 13, over 300 people—mainly the disabled persons, but also some of their family members , personal assistants, and other allies—gathered outside ...| ENIL
Organised by: ENIL Youth Network, with support from the European Youth Foundation of the Council of Europe This summer, we are taking control of ...| ENIL
In 2011, the European Union acceded to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UN CRPD). It was the first ...| ENIL
On March 11-12, 2025, the European Union (EU) will be reviewed by the Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities for the first ...| ENIL