Make Way Day is a National Public Awareness Campaign that highlights the issues people with disabilities face getting around their local communities. This year’s campaign takes place on takes place on Friday, 24 September and the theme is “Make Way in My 5k” and “Hey, this blocks my way!” is the message. You can find out how to get involved and […]
Taxi Accessibility Survey
The National Transport Authority aims to improve Small Public Service Vehicle (SPSV – Taxi, Hackney and limousine) services for all, but particularly for people with disabilities who are using or might use this door-to-door transport service. They are currently seeking your experiences, opinions and advice on the demand for and accessibility levels of taxi, hackney and limousine […]
Paediatric-focused seminar on spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) from MDUK
Join Muscular Dystrophy UK on Monday 23 August 10am-12pm for their MDUK Muscles Matter 2021 online seminar on spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). The session will be paediatric-focused, with a panel of researchers, paediatric neurologists and physiotherapists. There will be presentations on the latest research into SMA, discussions on how to manage the condition as well […]
MDI Pre-Budget 2022 Submission
MDI has made a Pre-Budget 2022 Submission to government with recommendations based on issues raised by MDI members, as well as by the umbrella organisations we belong to. You can read the submission by clicking on this link MDI pre budget 2022 submission 3 August 2021
Registration for 12 to 15-year-olds to get a vaccine opens on Thursday 12 August
Registration for 12 to 15-year-olds to get a vaccine will open on Thursday 12 August. You can find out how to get a vaccine for this age group here. The HSE particularly recommends that 12 to 15-year-olds get vaccinated if they have a health condition that puts them at higher risk of severe illness from […]
Building the Future – free online careers event for students and graduates with disabilities, 23-27 August
Students and graduates will get an opportunity to experience mock interviews, CV clinics, attend workshops and also chat with employers face-to-face all from the comfort of their own home! You can find out more and register here. AHEAD is an independent non-profit organisation working to create inclusive environments in education and […]
Sell Employment Course for People with Disabilities
Below are details of a course designed for people with disabilities who have a business idea and wish to undertake a training programme that will assist them to evaluate the viability of their business idea and develop their business skills. For more details see poster below or email: chelsea.hollywood@tudublin.ie Self-Employment-for-People-with-Disabilities-Module
