Independent Living

Graphic with the text “A prettier cage is still a cage” on a black background, above a stylised cage illustration surrounded by the stars of the EU. ENIL and EU co-funding logos appear at the bottom.

EU funds must not build institutions: ENIL challenges new project in Brussels

Blue graphic with the text “European Independent Living Day – 5 May, 2026.” A pair of yellow keys appears in the centre, symbolising control and independence. The slogan “Taking back control!” is written below. ENIL and European Union co-funding logos appear at the bottom.

Join Us in Celebrating the European Independent Living Day – 5 May 2026!

Black background graphic reading “EU funded segregation in Spain”. In the centre, overlapping yellow and red cage bars with padlocks symbolise institutionalisation. ENIL and EU co-funding logos are shown in the bottom right.

ENIL Raises Concerns about Next Generation EU Investments in Spain

Image of a heart monitor displaying a heartbeat line with the text “Free choice or Forced choice?” above it, and the ENIL and European Union logos in the bottom left corner.

ENIL publishes Position Paper on Assisted Dying

When the system fails, we fight. Legal tools for disability justice

From Litigation to Accountability: Lessons from Case T-613/19

Norway makes history

Norway Makes History

"Centres for independent living." Our new report is out!

New Practical Toolkit on Centres for Independent Living

International day of persons with disabilities. Segregation of disabled people has increased. ENIL and co-funded by the European Union

Tackling the cost of discrimination

After the script: how workshops changed the way we see disability. What happens when boundaries are explored, stereotypes are dismantles, and disabled voices finally lead the narrative. Image of a woman in a wheelchair. and logos appearing on the image

After the Script: How Workshops Changed the Way We See Disability

"A journey to create guidelines on media representation of persons with disabilities" group of participants posing for a photo

A Journey to Create Guidelines on Media Representation of Persons with Disabilities

"Rights delayed are rights denied". Photo of a man speaking at an event.

Independent Living Services Must Become a Priority in the EU Disability Strategy 2026–2030

Rethinking housing for all. Image of a person holding house keys

ENIL demands housing and support first approach for deinstitutionalisation