Press Releases

9 November 2023

Disabled Students UK crowned number one changemaking organisation

Disabled Students UK crowned number one changemaking organisation in the disability space Disabled Students UK has been recognised as the number one changemaking organisation on the Disability Power 100 list 2023.  For the third year running, Disabled Students UK has […]
23 October 2023

New report reveals how disabled PhD students can be better supported

New Report Improving the experience of disabled PhD students in STEM Disabled Students UK has produced a new report investigating the experiences of disabled postgraduate research (PGR) students, a previously understudied group that has increased in size by more than […]
9 December 2022

Disabled Students UK pilots novel accessibility evaluation

Disabled Students UK is delighted to announce the launch of their Access Insights pilot in collaboration with two UK universities: the University of Exeter and University College London.  Access Insights aims to help the Higher Education sector address their knowledge […]
17 October 2022

Disabled Students UK recognised on the Disability Power 100 list for the second year

Disabled Students UK is honoured to be selected for the Shaw Trust’s Disability Power 100 list 2022. The list highlights and celebrates disabled individuals and disabled-led organisations that are working tirelessly to create a more accessible and inclusive world for […]
2 September 2022

Disabled Students UK is expanding

After two years as an entirely volunteer-led organisation, Disabled Students UK is taking the next step in their journey and employing their first staff members. Founded in 2020, DSUK has quickly become the largest disabled student-led organisation in the UK, […]
15 March 2022

“Going Back is Not a Choice” – New report from Disabled Students UK shows 85% of disabled students would benefit from continuation of online learning options

“Going Back is Not a Choice” – New report from Disabled Students UK shows 85% of disabled students would benefit from continuation of online learning options As England lifts all remaining COVID restrictions, a new report from Disabled Students UK […]
30 October 2021

Disabled Students UK recognised as one of the six most influential disabled-led organisations in The Disability Power 100 List

On 27 October 2021, The Shaw Trust announced its annual list of the top 100 most influential disabled individuals, organisations and groups in the UK. Disabled Students UK is thrilled to be one of the first organisations to be recognised. […]
24 June 2021

Disabled Students UK shortlisted for the Disability Power 100 2021

Disabled Students UK has been shortlisted for Shaw Trust’s 2021 Disability Power 100! Historically the Disability Power 100 has been an annual celebration of the 100 most influential disabled people in the UK. ​​​​​​​This year, the list has been extended […]