Our president in waiting will be a president for all. For us in the caring and disability community we have a president who will partner with us to amplify our voices and our place in Irish society. Another huge step in our fight for inclusion that takes us out of the shadows

🎹 Back in tune at Dublin Airport! The much-loved T1 piano has returned, freshly redesigned by Irish artist Maser, tuned by John Murphy, and relaunched by Bressie with a special live performance. Check it out next time you arrive through T1 🎶

So honoured to have presented at the ATU Donegal Social Care Conference – Reimagining Social Care. Such a thought-provoking event, bringing together passionate professionals and students to explore new perspectives in social care. Grateful to have been part of the conversation.

Today we celebrate 6 years of Accessibility & Inclusion with the launch of the JAM Campaign 2025. The JAM Card is accepted nationwide on public transport and helps break down barriers for those with hidden disabilities Transport for Ireland 🔗To learn more, visit jamcard.org

On Nov 29th LEO Mayo are encouraging us to participate in Small Business Saturday🟢🔴 🛒This initiative asks shoppers to shop locally & support our local economy. 🎄Let's make a conscious effort to help our local businesses this Xmas by spending in our towns rather than online.

Tomorrow, Ireland shines purple for International Day of Persons with Disabilities From Dáil Éireann to the Mansion House, iconic landmarks will light up to celebrate the 1 in 5 people in Ireland living with a disability. Wear purple 📸 Share your pics #PurpleLights25 #IDPwD25

Disabled people are €1,400 worse off this year. We cannot wait another day. Budget 2026 cut one-off disability payments with nothing to replace them. Join us from 12.30 on 9 December at Leinster House where we'll be demanding an Emergency Winter Payment. #CostOfDisability

Today, on International Day of Persons with Disabilities #IDPD, we pause to reflect not only on the barriers that still exist, but on the progress being made, and the role we all play in creating a more inclusive world. vi.ie/international-…

On this International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we are proud to share that our Wayfinding Centre has been awarded a Zero Project Award 2026! This is a celebration of everyone who has contributed to our mission. vi.ie/wayfinding-cen…

We’re kicking off International Day of Persons with Disabilities with #PurpleLights25 at Garda Info HQ. We’ll be lighting up Ireland for the day everywhere from Mansion House to Houses of the Oireachtas - Tithe an Oireachtais to local authorities across the country. Show your support by posting purple.

Today, we join the global movement to celebrate the #InternationalDayOfPersonswithDisabilities. We've wrapped 1 of our buses to raise awareness & show our commitment to inclusion & accessibility. We'll illuminate our Head Office on O’Connell St purple this evening #Purplelights25

An Garda Síochána have partnered with DFI and Gary Kearney, Brain Injury Survivor and Founder of Purple Lights to light Garda Headquarters up purple, to show our support for people living with a disability in Ireland. 💜 #PurpleLights25 #IDPwD25

I was at the airport today when I witnessed something I’ll never forget. It was one of those quiet moments that hits you without warning, leaving a lump in your throat and a warmth in your chest all at once. I noticed a man standing near the boarding gate, holding his dog

Chantelle Smith, The Wayfinding Centre Manager - “Our dedicated team at The Wayfinding Centre is immensely proud that this award recognises both the achievements and the ethos of the centre”. Learn more about this historic award via the link below - vi.ie/vision-ireland…

Let’s bring Irene home ❤️

Accessible January is about progress, not perfection. It is about awareness, consistency and choosing to do things a little differently. Learn more about Accessible January via our website below - vi.ie/make-accessibi…

"If you want to see dignity stripped away from a person, watch a disabled passenger getting to their seat on an airplane..." Rehab Group Public Affairs Researcher, Padraig Hannafin's opening remarks at the Oireachtas Disability Matters Committee. vimeo.com/1151933378?sha…

Accessible January is about more than digital access. Cluttered pavements, street furniture and temporary obstacles can make everyday journeys unsafe or impossible for people who are blind or vision impaired. vi.ie/why-our-everyd…

Last week I raised the serious issue of the lack of Ambulance Services in Mayo & the West with the Taoiseach We have a dire situation that I've never seen as bad in all my time as a public representative, where people who call for an ambulance cannot be told when it will arrive