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Well done to our Access Group in Carlow for successfully campaigning to improve access in their town. Truly accessible towns and villages mean independence for people with disabilities and many other groups of our society. independent.ie/regionals/carl…

The early mornings, late evenings, sacrifices, and long journeys - all for this 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁. John Shortt's mother, Kara, during the medal presentation following his gold medal win🥇

Proud to stand with my comrades at DPAC Northern Ireland and allies in Belfast as we say no to the cuts taking place. DPAC friends all over Scotland, Wales and England are standing in unity today Pictures and videos later tonigh5. #BinUCBill #WelfareNotWarfare

We’ve officially broken ground on a new inclusive play park at the Leixlip Amenities Centre. Huge thanks to Íde Cussen and Cllr. Bernard Caldwell from Leixlip Access Group, CKAN.ie and KCC Parks Department for making this happen with generous support from Intel

One of our members, Savas, came home to find all his stuff thrown out, incl. his powerchair: his supposed landlord was illegally subletting. He is now homeless but nowhere will register him as homeless for emergency accommodation as he has a migrant Stamp 2... (1/2)

The loop of referrals has been fruitless with DCC, Focus, Simon, MRCI, etc. He is staying in a private hostel using the last of his savings. If anyone can help with advice or political representation please share and let us know (2/2) Access For All Ireland Dr Tom Clonan CATU Ireland

I must point out that when I was a disabled teenager, the benefits I received allowed me to focus on learning & upskilling around music, leading to a career that allowed me to pay back into the system. Taking away extra support from disabled youngsters makes no sense.

In 2023 the then minister for Disabilities promised the disability grant system would be up and running for those who cannot access services through CNDT. This fund has not been activated, you cannot access the grants, promise after promise has been broken. Families haven’t

The cost of living is through the roof yet we have not seen our supports move in the same direction. #Poverty and the fact that it was already high in our social group means once again we are being impacted the most. When we were part of the #CostOfLiving coalition Kayleigh

Calling all parents & guardians of children with cerebral palsy! Trinity College Dublin have a survey to better understand lives of children with cerebral palsy. Insights will shape a clearer understanding of life with CP & inform future research & support services tinyurl.com/f72spavt

Looking forward to marching, chatting, chanting in love and solidarity with our amazing trans and intersex family, friends, colleagues and pals. #LoveWins #TransJoy #TransRights

📚 Did You Know? - CRPD Edition! This week, let's take a closer look at the Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). Learn more about our work here 👉 mailchi.mp/3ce7ca8f3fc3/d… #UNCRPD #DisabilityAdvocacy #Participation

Last week the Minister for Education and Youth Helen McEntee announced the establishment of a commission of investigation on “historical abuse” in schools. Many of the survivors who attended special schools will have communication rights that must be recognised, just like Grace.

2600 Days on the List for this Big Bro… Keep sharing, keep following, keep shouting #YesIDonate We need you all in our corner and we need to keep getting that positive message of #OrganDonation out there — NOW MORE THAN EVER! #Grateful #NewHeart #WaitingList

Powerful article by Dr. Margaret Kennedy on Disability pride & calling out ableism and the discrimination people face everyday. #DisabilityPride #Ableism #Ageism It is now time for non-disabled people to add us to the list of human beings. Ditch the ableism, prejudice,

This is so upsetting to read. We hope Maeve and her family are being supported and that Maeve is receiving the very best care and treatment possible so far from home. This is why we are terrified of leaving our home to go abroad for surgery but when we are given no choice

I've released my new song 'Mother Jones'. Here it is. 'Pray for the dead and fight like hell for the living' - Mother Jones youtu.be/AvAFyRM40vM?si…

A national scandal and disgrace. Why do we continue to fail our children at an unprecedented rate. These timely interventions are vital in our children’s development. This can’t continue! Micheál Martin Simon Harris TD Helen McEntee TD Norma Foley T.D Hildegarde Naughton Dr Tom Clonan

We hope Micheál Martin reads this. Simon Harris TD

Charities have said they are alarmed at the prospects of the most vulnerable being left without cost-of-living supports in the budget because of the economic uncertainty. They say children, adults living alone and those with disabilities need to be prioritised. #VMNews