Changing the image of disability

Our campaign to increase representation and improve how disabled people and disability are portrayed in images.

A smiling woman with Cerebral Palsy shops for dresses. She uses two bright green walking sticks.
Two colleagues chat while making drinks in a work kitchen area. One has a facial difference and sight loss.
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Disability Smart Image Bank

Working with disabled people we have created an image bank of over 700 images which accurately and realistically portray disability.

Image gallery

Preview some of the images from our Disability Smart Image Bank.
Simon Minty headshot

Campaign supporters

We’re delighted to have the support of a number of high-profile people with lived experience of disability.
Behind the scenes of changing the image of disability photoshoot

Behind the scenes

Our disability-smart images were taken in a range of locations and settings and feature over 50 disabled models. Watch our videos for a peek behind the scenes.
Young woman with cerebral palsy uses walking sticks to help her shop for clothes.

Information for the media

Access to free images from our Disability Smart Image Bank and guidance on using disability-smart imagery for the media.
Group of people with diverse disabilities in a work meeting.

Thank you

A big thank you to everyone that was involved in helping us develop this campaign and resources.

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Access to our full Disability Smart Image Bank is just one of the many exclusive benefits enjoyed by our 580+ Members, which include UK and global brands, public and third sector organisations.

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Delegates at a BDF conference

Membership benefits

Join us to access disability inclusion advice and support, and to learn from other organisations.
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