Celebrating IDDP

3^rd December marks the annual International Day of Disabled People, supported by the United Nations. This is an important day when people come together to celebrate people with disabilities and the organisations which champion them.

 This year we’ll be celebrating in Barking & Dagenham with a family-friendly event taking place at Dagenham & Redbridge Football Club on Thursday 30^th November.

 The event will run from 1pm -8pm and will include info stalls, speakers and sports with an evening of entertainment and a disco.

There are also events taking place in neighbouring Boroughs to celebrate IDDP. If you know of any other events that are taking place, please let us know and we can post them here.

Saturday 2 December 1pm: Paracarnival parade through Stratford Centre to celebrate International Day of Disabled People. Paracarnival bring their unique blend of dance, music and signed song to central Stratford, where you can also pick up bargains from the shops and stalls.

Sunday 3 December, 4pm & 7pm: The Jingle Book pantomime by Blue Sky Actors at Stratford Circus. Sit down and enjoy this non-traditional traditional annual pantomime, taking place on International Day of Disabled People. This event is organised by Stratford Circus and a small charge is made for tickets. For more information see: https://stratford-circus.com/event/the-jingle-book