International Day of People with Disabilities
Welcome to International Day of People with Disabilities - 3 December 2022
IDPWD runs annually on 3 December and celebrates every individual with disabilities and in particular the challenges, barriers and opportunities for people who live with disabilities.
This year the University aims to increase awareness of epilepsy and seizures.
According to Epilepsy Research UK - Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological conditions in the world. it can affect anyone of any age, gender, race or ethnicity. It is characterised by seizures which are caused by excessive electrical activity in the brain, the effects and impact of which vary depending on which part of the brain is affected.
What is epilepsy?
Learn about epilepsy and how it affects those living and studying with the condition
Student profiles
Hear from Huddersfield students with epilepsy
Useful resources
A range of useful links and videos for those with epilepsy and those wishing to learn more
To promote and raise awareness for International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we will be lighting up the Oastler Building this Friday and Saturday