.Jacqui Browne was a central figure in the disability rights movement in Ireland. When I first started to engage with the movement, Jacqui took me under her wing. This was the case for many of us, and something we spoke about yesterday as we called and texted on her passing.

We’re heartbroken to share that our comrade and friend Jacqui Browne has passed. A true trailblazer in the Disability Rights Movement. Her legacy of change, courage and collective power will never be forgotten. Rest in power, Jacqui. #ILMI Full Tribute: ilmi.ie/a-tribute-to-j…

What’s stopping disabled people from living independently in Europe? 🤔 The Independent Living Survey 2024 reveals the barriers still in place across EU countries. A must-read for advocates and policymakers. 👉 enil.eu/wp-content/upl… #DisabilityRights #IndependentLiving #EU

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Absolutely commendable work! This bill has the potential to be life changing for so many. Postponing it to Christmas 2026 is a disgrace

This just cements our shared island’s collective failure to implement progressive legislation to show persons with disabilities & society that #DisabilityMatters because we all matter regardless of age or our unique ability…Enough is enough, stop failing your #UNCRPD obligations

Postponing the needs, independence & dignity of many Citizens, Young/older alike, in what we are told is a strong economic country! Yet seemingly still a country that doesn’t care to care for its citizens…that seems to be a trend we must fight, in this period of democracy 😔💜✊

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"Support for decision-making guidance in England: a pragmatic review". Looking forward to reading this by Jillian Craigie, Michael Bach et al., new in Medical Law Review. Notably they seem to commend the La Trobe supported decision-making framework academic.oup.com/medlaw/article…

“ChatGPT is not your friend. Be careful what you tell it, lawyers warn.” Cites Sam Altman who cautions against using the platform “for therapy and emotional support because nobody in the industry had figured out how to protect user privacy”. afr.com/work-and-caree…

"UK: Government’s unchecked use of tech and AI systems leading to exclusion of people with disabilities and other marginalized groups" - Amnesty UK amnesty.org/en/latest/news… via Disability Debrief

"The book describes the ethical lines of conflict, shows why coercion can no longer be justified and analyzes the consequences and dilemmas of a possible abolition of coercive measures in psychiatric care."

𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗱: the 𝗪𝗛𝗢 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗲-𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 significantly reduces stigma + negative attitudes toward people with mental health conditions 🌍 Over 3,000 participants 📉 Large effect sizes 💡 Bigger impact in LMICs Proud to have

Today’s report from Inclusion Ireland is a stark reminder:the Farrelly Commission failed survivors & disabled people. Future inquiries must be survivor-led, trauma-informed & inclusive, with guaranteed access to advocacy for all who need it. #JusticeForGrace #advocacy #humanrights

We stand with @InclusionIrl in calling for a rights-based overhaul of public inquiries in Ireland. Their report released today condemns the Farrelly Commission process & shows how systems must do better by disabled people and why access to advocacy matters. #DisabilityRights #NAS

We are delighted to attend the HSE Ireland 2025 Integrated Healthcare Conference at the Convention Centre. With almost 2,000 attendees and 50 speakers, we are looking forward to an insightful day, with the theme "Empowering people through transforming care" #patientadvocacy

On Thursday, 28th August, Sunbeam House Services relaunched their Charter of Rights, led by the Viewpoint self-advocate forum. NAS Advocate Ian McGahon and Senior Advocate Ruth McCullagh attended, presented on NAS and the importance of rights. #DisabilityRights #SelfAdvocacy #NAS

We’re pleased to share that Dr Dr Clíona de Bhailís has been awarded a prestigious Wellcome Trust Early-Career Award for her project: “GenCare: Intergenerational Explorations of Care and Support for Disabled People in Ireland.” #UniversityOfGalway #Galwaylaw Centre for Disability Law and Policy

UN inquiry finds Israel has committed genocide in Gaza irishtimes.com/world/middle-e…

Condolences to all who loved them from all of us at Profound Ireland. A devastating loss for their family and all in the disability community