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Become a Member

Ruils is a user-led membership organisation, which means we are run by and for the people who use our services. Becoming a member of Ruils is all about joining a community of Disabled people and allies to work towards a common goal – equality at all levels of society.

Our members influence the work that we do and the services that we run.

There are two types of membership:

Full membership is open to an individual who is:

A Disabled person aged 16 or over, or a person who is not Disabled, but is a parent or legal guardian of a young person with a special educational need and/or a Disability under 16 years, or aged from 16 to 25 (in transition).

Associate membership is open to an individual who is:

Is not eligible to be a full member, but who supports the Charity’s Objects, and has a vested interest in the welfare of a full member, such as carers (advocates, supporters, relatives, friends or allies, aged 16 or over).

As a member, you:

  • Can attend our AGM each year
  • Will receive a quarterly membership newsletter
  • Share your ideas and give feedback on our services
  • Join our user groups – Your Say and the Transport and Mobility Forum
  • Will receive exclusive member perks and opportunities (for example, entry to win free accessible rugby tickets)
  • Will have access to a network to a community of support

We would love for you to join us!

Download the membership form, complete and return to our team to make it official and join.

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Hallie Banish

Campaigns and Communications Manager

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