What is User Voice?
User Voice is a space led by Disabled people, for Disabled people in Barnet.
It’s a simple idea: come together, share experiences, hear what’s changing locally and nationally, and help make sure Disabled people’s voices are heard where it counts.
Because the project currently runs one day a week, we focus on doing a small number of things well. That means prioritising meaningful conversations, clear information, and regular opportunities to share what matters to you.
We focus mainly on Barnet – local services, decisions and daily life. But national policies (like benefits, laws, health and social care changes, transport rules) also affect us locally. When you share what’s happening for you, it helps us explain the real impact in conversations across Barnet, London and beyond.
You don’t need any specialist knowledge. If something affects your life, your voice matters here.
We meet once a month online via Zoom. You can take part as much or as little as you want, speak, ask questions, or simply tune in to listen. Everyone is welcome.
The user voice project is an exciting opportunity for Disabled people in Barnet to be more involved with decisions which affect our lives.
The project is led by Disabled people, for Disabled people. Carers are also welcome. We want to create a Barnet that does not just listen to Disabled people but takes action to ensure that services become more inclusive and accessible.
We want a Barnet that values its Disabled community and removes the barriers stopping them from participating fully.
What we do
- Monthly member meetings on the third Friday of each month
- A space to share experiences about things in Barnet that aren’t accessible or inclusive
- Guest speakers on topics members care about
- Updates on Inclusion Barnet’s work
- Light-touch influencing through our local relationships
Why join User Voice?
Have your say
Hear what’s changing locally and nationally and share how it affects you.
Connect with others
A friendly group of Disabled people in Barnet – share experiences, swap tips, feel understood.
Hear from guest speakers
We invite people from local services, policy areas and organisations to explain what’s happening and answer questions.
Shape what we talk about
Your feedback helps us choose topics, invite speakers and raise issues in wider meetings.
How your voice makes a difference
When you share your experiences:
- We use real, anonymous examples in conversations with the council, NHS and community organisations.
- We highlight how national policy changes affect people here in Barnet.
- We plan future meetings based on what matters to you.
- Your insight strengthens our wider influencing work across London and nationally.
- A larger group gives us stronger evidence – helping make the case for future funding.
This is your space. Your voice guides what we do.
What to expect at a meeting
- A welcoming, Disabled-led space
- Updates on local services and national issues
- Guest speakers
- Space to share your views (optional)
- Clear, plain-English information
- Join online or in person
Get involved
Everyone is welcome – Disabled people who live, work or study in Barnet, who have any impairment, long-term condition or mental health issue, and carers.
You can:
- Attend our monthly meetings
- Join our membership (free) to stay updated
- Share experiences anonymously if you prefer
- Take part as much or as little as suits you Join our FREE membership today to receive meeting invitations every month.
Join our FREE membership today to receive meeting invitations every month.
Campaign for Disability Justice
We all want a decent quality of life for ourselves and those we care about. Yet two million Disabled people are trapped in deep poverty. Read more about the Campaign for Disability Justice.
