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Date 27th August  Time: 13:00 – 15:00pm Where: In person at Quaker Centre  Meeting will be chaired by Ashley Pearce and Keegan Hillier  1:00pm – Arrivals  Tea, coffee and biscuits  1:00pm – 1:25pm – Networking  1:25pm – KDN introductions, Keegan… Read more: AMM August 27th – Agenda

We are pleased to share the following from Kingston Council’s engagement team: Secretary Keegan Hillier has also asked the Engagement Team if the KDN can have a disability-focused meeting with the Council surrounding the plan – we will update with… Read more: Have your say on the Local Plan

The Rose Theatre has shared with us their first Access Newsletter. You can read it by clicking on the following link: Newsletter_Access_PDF_14_07_26.pdf – Google Drive

The following is shared on behalf of Disability Rights UK. Disability Rights UK is launching a nationwide conversation to understand what truly matters to Disabled people today.     With 16.7 million Disabled people in the UK – representing 25%, or one in four of… Read more: Survey – Shape Disability Rights UK’s Work

(Please note – this article will be updated as details are confirmed) Please join us for our next All Member Meeting. Where? TBA When? Thursday, 4th June What time? 11AM-1:30PM Who can attend? Anyone – but please ensure you sign… Read more: KDN AMM – June 4th 2026

Network members Kingston Sightloss Support (KSS) are looking for runners to take part in this year’s Kingston Half-Marathon, which takes place on the 4th of October. This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Kingston whilst raising vital… Read more: Run for Kingston Sightloss Support – 4th October 2026

The LIME Disability Advisory Board, which is a national board, was attended by Acting Chair Ashley Pearce, Secretary Keegan Hillier, and Steering Group member for Healthwatch Kingston, Karen Dempster.

Secretary Keegan Hillier attended the Inclusion London event, What next for Independent Living?, on Thursday 16th April. The event took place in person at the Coin Street Community Centre in Central London. The focus of the day was on understanding… Read more: Inclusion London Event – What Next for Independent Living?

The following is shared on behalf of Inclusion London: The Fairfield Independent Review is looking into what the Met Police have done to regain public trust since the Casey Review found serious failings, including shocking ableism from the police.  The review wants… Read more: The Fairfield review wants to hear your experiences of the Met Police

This role’s aims and expectations are as follows: The position of External Communications Manager requires someone with an understanding of graphic design, or a passion for learning. It would be well-suited to a university student looking to develop marketable skills,… Read more: Job Vacancy: External Communications / Social Media Manager

The following is shared on behalf of the NHS SW London branch, and RBK Community Engagement. Are you on the waiting list for an ADHD assessment? Or perhaps you have had an assessment recently. We want to hear from you.… Read more: ADHD Survey

The following is shared on behalf of Kingston Association for the Blind KAB 2026 Annual General Meeting  Notice is hereby given that the 2026 KAB Annual General Meeting will be held at the Kingston Quaker Center on Thursday, 28th May 2026 at 11am.  The meeting will… Read more: KAB 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM)

This role’s aims and expectations are as follows: The position of treasurer requires someone who is comfortable with numbers and finances. Prior treasurer experience is not required, but if you lack the current experience, we ask for a proactive passion… Read more: Role vacancy: Treasurer

We are proud to announce that the KDN will be holding its first All Members Meeting (AMM) since last year’s transition in leadership. Please join us at the New Malden Methodist Church from 11:30-1:30PM on Wednesday 25th March. The full… Read more: KDN All Members Meeting (AMM) – 25th March 2026

The below has been shared with us by Steering Group member Roy Smith. If you attend these sessions, we would love to hear what you think of them! As we continue to celebrate International Women’s Day, the Fulham FC Foundation… Read more: Free Girls & Women’s Pan DisAbility Football Sessions – March 2026

The RBK Safety Committee are running a Focus Group for KDN members to voice their feedback, comments and concerns, about community safety in relation to disability. This focus group will take place in The Guildhall, on the 19th of February,… Read more: 19th Feb – Safety Committee Community Group

The January 2026 Transport Liaison Committee Meeting was attended by various representatives of stakeholders and service providers, including the Council, TfL, and disability groups like ourselves and Involve. The KDN was represented by Acting Chair Ashley Pearce and Secretary Keegan… Read more: RBK Transport Liaison Committee – Jan 2026

Thank you to everyone who came along to our event on December 3rd, the International Day of Disability. At our event, we heard speeches from KDN Executive Leadership, Ashley and Keegan, alongside Steering Group members Roy, Scott and Karen. Councillor… Read more: International Day of Disability

Hook & Chessington Library9 October 20251-2pm To celebrate Black History Monthwith Black Disabled AuthorsNotable black disabled poets include:Audre Lorde, known for her legal blindness and experiences with cancer,Leroy F. Moore Jr., a physical disability advocate and founder of Krip-Hop Nation,… Read more: Event – Book Club (9/10/2025)

The Kingston Disability Network (KDN) is now up and running, with nominations being sought for Officers and Members of the Steering Group, comprising up to 11 Members who will be responsible for the running of the Kingston Disability Network. To… Read more: Up and running…