Overview of what we are looking at on the national level.
Overview of what we are looking at on the national level.
We are made up of three parts that work together DEA National, DEA UK, and DEA Africa united by a shared vision of equality and inclusion.
We are made up of three parts that work together DEA National, DEA UK, and DEA Africa united by a shared vision of equality and inclusion.
DEA National
DEA National
Disability Equals Ability (DEA) delivers projects across communities nationally. Anyone can get in touch to find out more or get involved. Each community offers a range of different projects, tailored to local needs and designed to support, empower, and include disabled people.
Disability Equals Ability (DEA) delivers projects across communities nationally. Anyone can get in touch to find out more or get involved. Each community offers a range of different projects, tailored to local needs and designed to support, empower, and include disabled people.
DEA UK
DEA UK
Disability Equals Ability (DEA) UK develops and delivers national projects that support disabled people, their families, and professionals.
We utilise our social media platforms to campaign actively on global disability issues, while also engaging with national movements to amplify awareness, influence change, and promote inclusion..
Through our work, we challenge perceptions and shift attitudes towards disability both across the UK and internationally empowering communities to drive meaningful change at a local level.
Disability Equals Ability (DEA) UK develops and delivers national projects that support disabled people, their families, and professionals.
We utilise our social media platforms to campaign actively on global disability issues, while also engaging with national movements to amplify awareness, influence change, and promote inclusion..
Through our work, we challenge perceptions and shift attitudes towards disability both across the UK and internationally empowering communities to drive meaningful change at a local level.
Health Horizons Wellbeing Project
Health Horizons Wellbeing Project
Funded by the National Lottery Community Fund, the Health Horizons Wellbeing Project is a free workshop series running across Wiltshire throughout 2026, designed for adults living with disability.
Funded by the National Lottery Community Fund, the Health Horizons Wellbeing Project is a free workshop series running across Wiltshire throughout 2026, designed for adults living with disability.
Care Act Assessment Eligibility Resources (Coming Soon)
Care Act Assessment Eligibility Resources (Coming Soon)
DEA is developing a free, accessible resource series to help people with disabilities, their families, and carers understand whether they are eligible for adult social care support. Titled The Care Act Unpacked: Your Guide to Needs Assessments, the project uses plain English, calm visuals, and short videos to demystify what can feel like an overwhelming process. Once live, it will be available to individuals navigating their first assessment, as well as professionals looking for a clear, consistent tool to support their clients.
DEA is developing a free, accessible resource series to help people with disabilities, their families, and carers understand whether they are eligible for adult social care support. Titled The Care Act Unpacked: Your Guide to Needs Assessments, the project uses plain English, calm visuals, and short videos to demystify what can feel like an overwhelming process. Once live, it will be available to individuals navigating their first assessment, as well as professionals looking for a clear, consistent tool to support their clients.
DEA Africa
DEA Africa
DEA Africa focuses on delivering direct, practical support to some of the most underserved communities on the continent.
In Zimbabwe, we have supported a child living with HIV at the Patricia Jabangwe Children's Home in Harare, covering school fees and educational supplies to ensure continued access to learning - Learn more
We support the JK’s Orphanage and Special Needs Academy by helping to fund educational materials, adaptive learning tools, therapy equipment, and the operational needs that keep this vital community resource running. Learn more
Across all projects, our approach is the same rooted in dignity, equity, and the belief that every person, regardless of ability, deserves the chance to thrive. Click here to learn more about our ongoing projects in Africa.
DEA Africa focuses on delivering direct, practical support to some of the most underserved communities on the continent.
In Zimbabwe, we have supported a child living with HIV at the Patricia Jabangwe Children's Home in Harare, covering school fees and educational supplies to ensure continued access to learning - Learn more
We support the JK’s Orphanage and Special Needs Academy by helping to fund educational materials, adaptive learning tools, therapy equipment, and the operational needs that keep this vital community resource running. Learn more
Across all projects, our approach is the same rooted in dignity, equity, and the belief that every person, regardless of ability, deserves the chance to thrive. Click here to learn more about our ongoing projects in Africa.
Patricia Jabangwe Children’s Home
Patricia Jabangwe Children’s Home
In February 2023, we extended support to a child living with HIV at the Patricia Jabangwe Children’s Home in Harare. Our assistance covered school fees and educational supplies, helping to remove barriers to education and ensuring continued access to learning in a safe, supportive environment.
In February 2023, we extended support to a child living with HIV at the Patricia Jabangwe Children’s Home in Harare. Our assistance covered school fees and educational supplies, helping to remove barriers to education and ensuring continued access to learning in a safe, supportive environment.
Nyashadzedu Disabled Trust
Nyashadzedu Disabled Trust
We proudly support the Nyashadzedu Disabled Trust, a community initiative in Zimbabwe focused on improving the quality of life for individuals with albinism. Through this project, we provide essential items such as sun hats, sunscreen, SPF lip balms, and corrective eyewear. We also fundraise for educational materials to ensure that these individuals are not only protected, but also empowered to learn and thrive.
We proudly support the Nyashadzedu Disabled Trust, a community initiative in Zimbabwe focused on improving the quality of life for individuals with albinism. Through this project, we provide essential items such as sun hats, sunscreen, SPF lip balms, and corrective eyewear. We also fundraise for educational materials to ensure that these individuals are not only protected, but also empowered to learn and thrive.
DBS Application Support for Personal Assistants
DBS Application Support for Personal Assistants
We understand that navigating the DBS process can sometimes feel overwhelming — especially when managing it on your own. That's why we offer a dedicated support service for disabled individuals who need assistance completing and submitting DBS applications for their personal assistants.
Our team is here to guide you through each step, ensuring everything is done correctly and with care. Whether it's your first time or you simply need a bit of extra help, we're here for you.
We understand that navigating the DBS process can sometimes feel overwhelming — especially when managing it on your own. That's why we offer a dedicated support service for disabled individuals who need assistance completing and submitting DBS applications for their personal assistants.
Our team is here to guide you through each step, ensuring everything is done correctly and with care. Whether it's your first time or you simply need a bit of extra help, we're here for you.
We provide:
Step-by-step guidance
Document checking and verification
Application submission support
Friendly, disability-aware service
We charge a small fee to cover our admin costs, but our priority is making the process easy, accessible, and stress-free for you.
We provide:
Step-by-step guidance
Document checking and verification
Application submission support
Friendly, disability-aware service
We charge a small fee to cover our admin costs, but our priority is making the process easy, accessible, and stress-free for you.
Join us in our mission
To break down barriers, champion equality, and promote diversity through education, awareness, and advocacy.
Join us in our mission
To break down barriers, champion equality, and promote diversity through education, awareness, and advocacy.