Persons with disabilities face disproportionate barriers to accessing cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment. The EU wants to do something about it - but they need data. If you have a disability, please take 20 minutes to fill out our survey: buff.ly/3Y6ISgU

Irl has a surplus budget, and plan is save for the future. The children of are the future, 1 in 5 are living in poverty. People parenting alone & households where someone has a disability most impacted. Saving today costs children their future health, well-being & prosperity.

We're not crying, you're crying. Today, for #InternationalDayofCharity, we are celebrating the volunteers. People like Maureen, Aubrey, and Katie who have ideas, who bring people together, who give their time to drive change in our communities. WeAct.ie/volunteer #WeAct

Great to see this important research by Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) Community Foundation Ireland being raised with An Taoiseach Simon Harris TD. The report found 1 in 4 (24.4%) households with a disability experience deprivation. To tackle this we must see action on #CostOfDisability in #Budget2025.

DFI (a) By integrating departments I very much mean working in an integrated fashion. Hard-pressed parents of children with disabilities have to navigate 3 different systems separately, very often having to 'convince' each one that their child deserves the service - exhausting.

*Trigger Warning * post is about abuse . Our full statement released on the "historical " abuse in schools . Our hearts with survivors. Justice must not be denied to those who are non speaking . Caoilfhionn Gallagher KC inclusionireland.ie/news-events/hi…

I have visited Rathmullan Beach in Donegal today and was impressed by how accessible it is for people with disabilities, especially wheelchair users. It's great to see inclusive design in such a beautiful spot. Had an amazing time!

Interesting perspective around accessibility in Paris from Joanne O’ Riordan as she covered the #Paralympic2024 How wonderful to hear that our soon to be rolled out new carriages on the Dart line along with the program of works to build out platforms to make rolling on and off as

If you are a person with a disability and have been impacted by the scoping inquiry into historical sexual abuse in schools run by religious orders, you are not alone. For free, confidential and independent advocacy support, call 0818 07 3000 or email [email protected]

Encouraging organisations supporting women and young girls with disabilities, to bring this survey to their attention and to assist if needed in the sharing of their views. DFI Inclusion Ireland Closes 14th October 2024!

Budget day is just weeks away and we once again reiterate the need for the government to introduce a permanent Cost of Disability Payment so that people with disabilities can afford to have their basic needs met. #IWAAdvocacy #Budget2025

Today we marked two weeks countdown to #MakeWayDay24 on Friday 27 September. Make sure you save the date and let us know your plans for the day by tagging us here.

National Disability Authority welcomes this funding announcement by Tourism-Culture-Arts-Gaeltacht-Sport-Media Our 2024 Annual Conference on Article 30 UNCRPD will consider the participation of people with disabilities in sport and recreation. Registration details here: nda.ie/news/register-…

Coming Soon! 📣 Applications open tomorrow to graduates with disabilities for a number of ten month, paid, mentored work placement in the Civil Service. Roles are available nationwide at Executive Officer level.

💬 Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. We marked today with our members @Pietahouse, as they launch their 2024 Annual Report and their new five year strategy, "Hope in Action". If you or someone you know is struggling, freephone 1800 247 247 to access the @pietahouse helpline.

Thanks a million to all the members who attended our quarterly Policy and Advocacy Forum yesterday. We had an engaged meeting, with updates on #Budget2025 advocacy, member sharing, and strategising for the upcoming election. A busy Autumn ahead!

Effective & easy access to polling stations is a key element of universal suffrage. Our Post Electoral Event Review (PEER) of Ireland's Referendums on Family & Care makes recommendations focused on improving accessibility. Read the full PEER report - cdn.electoralcommission.ie/app/uploads/20…

The countdown is on to #MakeWayDay24 on Friday, 27th September! Will you be getting involved? DFI's Make Way Day asks us to consider ways to make our streets and shared spaces accessible for everyone🤝 🛈 Find out more at makewayday.com

Interested in Universal Design and not sure which digital badge is for you? Take our short quiz to identify which course best suits your needs. #UDLbadge #UDbeyond Sign up by Sept 24 📝 buff.ly/3AFocTl