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Participants will gain: Enhanced knowledge of muscular dystrophy and related neuromuscular conditions. Insight into the barriers and challenges that students living with these conditions may experience. Practical strategies for fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Following the wonderful success of their previous event, The Disability Show is building something even bigger and better this time – with more exhibitors, informative talks, networking opportunities, and a continued focus on accessibility, inclusion, and empowerment. Whether you're an organisation supporting people with disabilities, a service user, advocate, family member, or simply passionate about making a difference – this event is for you.
Following the wonderful success of their previous event, Disability Show is building something even bigger and better this time – with more exhibitors, informative talks, networking opportunities, and a continued focus on accessibility, inclusion, and empowerment. Whether you're an organisation supporting people with disabilities, a service user, advocate, family member, or simply passionate about making a difference – this event is for you.
Dylan Walsh is a wheelchair user who has expressed huge frustration over being forced to go home when a carer doesn't show up for him in his course, which is just one of many obstacles in his everyday life
We're excited to let you know about the next webinars in our series as explore the full reality of Duchenne, from diagnosis and education to mental health, caring, identity, grief and future planning.
Wellbeing isn’t one-size-fits-all. Our programme lets you pick the supports that matter most. It’s designed around what you want to get out of it. Your journey, your pace, your choice. Our wellbeing supports are continuing in 2026, giving members the opportunity to choose the support that best suits their own needs and interests.
The MDI Assistive Technology Monthly Update is a free resource produced by Muscular Dystrophy Ireland for our community. Each edition brings together the latest news and developments in assistive technology, a product spotlight featuring recommendations from our members, and a curated selection of resources, tools, and links to help support daily living.
The MDI Team were delighted to be invited to Donahies Community School, Co. Dublin to give a talk to some of its students about Muscular Dystrophy Ireland and to also thank them for fundraising for us.
UNICEF Ireland is launching a Youth Action Group, bringing together a small group of young people from across the country to share ideas, learn about youth activism and children’s rights, as well as helping to shape their advocacy work for young people and contributing to conversations and campaigns on issues affecting young people today.
Parents of children with Duchene Muscular Dystrophy are continuing to campaign for access to a new game-changing drug. Michael Brogan, who's son Fionn has this rare muscle-wasting condition spoke to David. Also Fianna Fáil Senator Teresa Costello who has been involved in this campaign.
A webinar will take place on Monday, 16 March to launch a national awareness campaign, #MyNeurologyNurseAndMe - highlighting the Vital Role of Nurse Specialists in Neurological Care. Organised by the Neurological Alliance of Ireland as part of National Brain Awareness Week
Some of Team MDI were lucky enough to be invited, by the AIPF board, to the decider of the league in Gormanstown park on Saturday 7th of March 2026.
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Our vision
MDI envisages an Ireland that enables people with neuromuscular conditions to fully participate in society and reach their full potential.
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Our mission
Using a member-centred approach, we provide information and support to people with neuromuscular conditions and their families through a range of support services. Advocating for services and entitlements for members; Educating and informing society about neuromuscular conditions and supporting researchers and clinicians to carry ourt quality research into neuromuscular conditions.
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Our values
1. Respect and empathy
We seek to build relationships based on respect and empathy.
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Our values
2. Transparency and integrity
We carry out all our work to the highest standards, underpinned by honesty, accountability and consistency.
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Our values
3. Equality and fairness
We are committed to equality and fairness and to ensuring the right to equal access to services based on the needs of the individual.
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Our values
4. Inclusiveness
We strive to be inclusive, valuing and respectful of diversity.
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Our values
5. Personal empowerment
We believe personal empowerment is about being able to make choices and having a voice.
Our Services
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Youth Service
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Equipment Loans
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Counselling and Bereavement
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Adult Peer Connection
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Family Support Services
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Transport Service
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Home From Home
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Advocacy
Our Impact
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Ollie's Walk for MDI
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AIPF – Irish Powerchair Football Team
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Dr John Roche Education Bursary
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