Inclusion Gloucestershire

27/02/2026

We would like to introduce you to some of the training team here at Inclusion Gloucestershire.

We run a range of training courses including - Disability Awareness, Co-Production, Effective Communications, Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training, Easy Read and others.

To find out more get in touch with the training team
training@inclusion-glos.org or call 01452 234003

10/02/2026

Safer Internet Day is here! 🌐 🌍

In support of we have shared The Web Weaver’s performance on YouTube.
A co-produced play by Dramatic Change about the ups and downs of the internet.

⭐ Watch the Live performance here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6pze42MvPoI
⭐ Watch the 'Behind the scenes' here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2FrmZm_78o
Both YouTube videos have subtitles.

Safer Internet Day in the UK is an opportunity to talk about safe use of the internet. This years theme is : Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI.

Watch now on Inclusion Gloucestershire YouTube and join the movement for a safer, more inclusive internet. 💻🎭

30/01/2026

Do you have lived experience of a disability?
Have you experienced barriers accessing local transport?
Do you have an interest in sharing your story?

If you answered yes to the above...

🗣️ Join our next Speak Up Group

What’s Included:

🚍 Travel Training Workshop
Led by our expert team, this bespoke session explores different types of public transport and how you might access them with confidence.
🌲 Visit somewhere using Public Transport
Our Travel Trainers are offering you the opportunity to learn and practice using public transport in a supportive environment, to help prepare you for doing this on your own.
💬 Let’s Plan Together
We can support you in using public transport to reach other places too. Come along and tell us where you’d like to go!

For more information, see the attached poster.

To register, please use this Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/speak-up-group-travel-training-workshop-tickets-1978834056933?aff=oddtdtcreator

Or use the QR code on the poster.

We can support in the office if needed. Just give us a call on 01452 234003 or email advocacy@inclusion-glos.org

26/01/2026

Interested in volunteering?

We are looking for people to support our work in the following roles:

- Social media volunteer
- MHELO Steering Group Volunteer
- Advocacy Volunteer – Peer Mentor

If you want to find out more about any of our current volunteering opportunities, visit our website:

Volunteer With Us Do you want to volunteer your time as a mentor, to help someone achieve a goal? People may want a bit of support from you to start attending something new, build their confidence, find out information, fill in a form or even write a letter. Do you want to help Inclusion Gloucesters...

15/01/2026

A consultation is open until 25th January to hear how domestic abuse and sexual violence support in Gloucestershire meet the needs of different people, including disabled people and people living with mental ill health. Views shared will help shape the future of these services. Find out more here:

13/01/2026

We're featuring on Nicky Price's News Clash on BBC Gloucestershire this week! Tune in at around 11:40am Monday to Thursday this week, and you can listen to our two episodes so far (at about 1:40:00) here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p01w6g4z

Debbie and Harriet chatted to Nicky yesterday about our research and Rosie spoke today about our travel training. Tomorrow features our drama team and on Thursday our Hub team! Everyone takes part in a quiz too - tune in to see how they get on!

Listen to the latest episodes of Nicky Price on BBC Sounds.

07/01/2026

Happy new year from the Inclusion Hubs! We hope everyone had a great festive break.

Our Inclusion Hubs are back open and offering a free, safe space for disabled people, and people facing disabling barriers, to learn new skills and make new friends. Here are just some of the activities running at the hubs this month:

Gloucester Hub: This is at the Friend’s Meeting House in Gloucester, on Mondays and Wednesdays 11am-2pm.
This month is a crafty one, and the Gloucester Hub will be hosting a few arts and craft sessions run by our staff, and Art Shape.
On Monday 12th we will be having a “members choice” day, this is a chance for you to tell us what you would like to see at the hubs this year.

Women’s Wellbeing Hub: This is at the Friendship Café in Gloucester, on Wednesdays 10.30am-12.30pm.
On 14th January we will be learning some skills to build our confidence.
After the success of our last poetry sessions, we will be running another poetry workshop with Halima on the 28th January.

Cheltenham Hub: This is at the Oasis Centre in Cheltenham, on Thursdays 1-3pm.
Our first session this month is on the 15th January and we will be doing some art with Art Shape.

Forest Hub: This is at The Main Place in Coleford, on Wednesdays 10am-12pm.
The Forest of Dean hub returns a bit later this month on the 21st January. We will be doing a session with Building Circles on Gender Identity & Sexuality.
On the 28th January we will be starting a singing course with Art Shape.

For more information and timetables, see our website:

Community Hubs Inclusion Hubs There are Inclusion Hubs across Gloucestershire, led by disabled people for disabled people. They are safe and welcoming places with different opportunities every week. At the Inclusion Hubs, you can make new friends, try out new activities and access information. All o...

06/01/2026

Are you a retired person?

Have you experienced any barriers to accessing healthcare?

Do you have an interest in sharing your story?

Our next Speak Up Group offers a supportive space for people who face disabling barriers and issues surrounding navigating the healthcare system as a retired person. It is an opportunity to share your experiences and hear what others have to say about topics and issues important to them.

Participants will also view a performance about an individual with lived experience, navigating the healthcare system, followed by a discussion on the issues and potential solutions. The performance will be repeated, allowing audience members to take the main character's role and try to change the outcomes.

Tea and coffee will be provided. Please contact St Oswald's (contact details on the poster) to secure your place.