Do you see me? Learning Disability Week 2026
The theme for 2026 is "Do you see me?" which is all about people with a learning disability being seen, heard and value.
Each year, the third week of June is Learning Disability Week.
It is when we make sure the world hears what life is like if you have a learning disability. We want to celebrate what people with a learning disability bring to society.
The theme for Learning Disability Week 2026 is "Do you see me?" "Do you see me?" is about making sure that people with a learning disability are are seen, heard, included, and valued in all aspects of life.
- Only 26.7% of adults with a learning disability are employed yet 86% of unemployed people with a learning disability want a paid job.
- Over 2,000 people with a learning disability and/ or autistic people are currently locked away in mental health hospitals.
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1 in 3 people with a learning disability spend less than 1 hour outside their home on a typical Saturday.
Meet Mencap's Job Squad
Launching this Learning Disability Week, Mencap’s Job Squad!
People share their stories and show the impact of inclusive workplaces - boosting confidence, independence, and wellbeing - while challenging misconceptions about learning disability.
