Wear purple to mark International Day of Persons with Disabilities
27 Nov 2020
Join in a host of events on Thursday, 3 December
Join with our Disability Staff Network (DSN) and the Global Purple Light Up Campaign to mark International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD).
Central to the activities is the invitation to staff and students to wear purple on Thursday, 3 December. The colour purple is growing in its recognition as the symbol of disability. Groups and individuals, both with and without disabilities, across the UK are joining together in a purple light-up!
This is one of the most significant days in the calendar for focussing on contributions people with disabilities make to our communities and the economy, and addressing the barriers people with disabilities face. By making an impact around this day this year – and in future years – we can help ensure that awareness of disability equality grows.
How can I be involved?
- Wear purple on 3 December and take a selfie for the campaign @UoMDSN #purplelightup
- Use our specially designed Zoom screen for your meetings
- Add a hyperlinked logo to your signature
- Find out more how you can support staff with disabilities by learning about the Disability Standard
Do more
Let’s bring disability equality into view. If you are interested in becoming a part of the DSN, email: