Beating the Odds: How Coventry Youth Activists Built Their Power
Coventry Youth Activists (CYA) used their ecosystem to take on a big challenge—fighting for disability rights. They worked with different people and groups, shared ideas, and supported each other. Because they had a strong network, they won their campaign and made real change happen.
Welcome LEA….
Introducing LEA – Your Virtual Ally with CYA!
We are thrilled to introduce LEA, a creation by Coventry Youth Activists in collaboration with Warwick University Students as part of their Digital Engagement module. LEA is not just an illustration but our virtual CYA member, here to help you learn, engage, and act when it comes to addressing online hate and dog whistles – especially against the disabled community.
LEA will guide you in becoming an active ally, teaching you how to spot and respond to misinformation and supporting disabled voices online. Stay tuned for LEA’s tips and insights on being a stronger advocate!
Panel Speaker Announcement
Join Coventry Youth Activists (CYA) for our Ally Gathering on Friday, 27th September, 10:00 - 11:30 AM. This online event brings together leading voices in activism, media, and policy to tackle online disability hate and ableism.
Why Do We Need Allies?
The disabled community is marginalized, and our voices are often overshadowed. At Coventry Youth Activists (CYA), we believe that by uniting with allies, we can amplify our voices and drive real change.
Facebook is Faceless
A narrative written and shared by Joey outside Facebook’s London office.
James: I can CYA lot to look forward to
Hi, my name is James. CYA creative campaigning is a great way for me to combine my creative skills, my lived experience and my passion for disabled people's right to a good life.
What makes CYA different to other campaign groups?
Thomas shares why he thinks CYA are different to other campaign groups
Our views on the news…
CYA’s views on the recent news about the changes to the welfare system and how our allies can support disabled people when there are news stories that can cause anxiety or a rise in inappropriate comments online.
Help us to change the world!
CYA are on the lookout for young people who would like to join the team to support their campaigns.
Changing the world
My dream for CYA is that in the next couple of years we can work with social media companies to remove the hate that's online. I would like social media companies to talk to us and consult with us about online disability hate.
Behind The Scenes
Thomas wanted to share some info with you about the work that goes on behind the scenes at CYA
The Best Way to Share Biscuits
The Biscuit Breaker idea came from an ideas factory. It started out as whatever biscuit you had corresponded with a different question! It has since evolved into what it is now.
CYA Win National Campaigns Award
CYA are the Sheila McKenzie Foundation’s David and Goliath award winners 2022!