Don't Call Me Special | disability

DCMS....Who Are We?

Don't Call Me Special is a Nonprofit Community Association built initially as an independent campaign launched in 2015 by founder Joshua Reeves BEM to change people's mindsets and perspectives on disability. This award-winning not for profit organisation aims to speak to people of all ages about disability rights and awareness.

Our aim is to make a lasting impact across the communities we connect with. Our initiatives, campaigns and activities are designed to catalyse true transformation and understanding of disability rights and awareness.

What We Do

Influence and Communicate

Advocate and Campaign

Awareness and Education

Policy Development and Design

NEWS

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Sit. Stand. Speak.

On the 24th of May, the Don’t Call Me Special and Cardiff People's Assembly stood defiantly across from the Bevan statue in Cardiff... the symbolic birthplace of the NHS to deliver one message loud and clear:

Disabled people will not be silent.

As cruel PIP cuts and benefit reforms threaten to tear lives apart, campaigners rallied together to launch what they called “a new revolution.” In the face of government indifference, Don’t Call Me Special pledged to be “the voice of the voiceless—the disabled voice of the voiceless—and we will die trying.”

The protest, echoing with chants for justice, called on all disabled people and allies to join the movement and demand dignity, security, and respect for all. The fight continues, and the message is unmissable: We are here. We will not be silenced.

How We Can Support You

Disability Training

Free Training Packages

Help foster an inclusive and supportive environment while positively impacting overall performance via our range of training packages.

Campaigns and Media

Media Campaigns and Resources

Increase reach, engage with audiences and beneficiaries, raise awareness about your causes, and efficiently manage your operations

Partnerships and Policy

Guidance and Voice

Help prepare concise policy briefs and whitepapers that outline key challenges, potential solutions, and the implications of policy decisions

“It has been a pleasure to work with DCMS, as I’ve had the chance to see first-hand the impact the organisation makes on individuals – with each audience having a greater understanding of both disability issues and rights. FounderJoshua Reeves has a real passion for educating others. "

Lisa Marie Oliver