Disability Federation of Ireland
@disabilityfed.bsky.social
National support organisation for voluntary #disability groups. RT is not necessarily an endorsement.
The National Rare Disease Strategy 2025–2030 has been launched.
The strategy is a step forward for the 300,000 people in Ireland affected by rare conditions. It focuses on access equitable, inclusive, and person-centred care.
Read the strategy: rebrand.ly/dueelx2
The strategy is a step forward for the 300,000 people in Ireland affected by rare conditions. It focuses on access equitable, inclusive, and person-centred care.
Read the strategy: rebrand.ly/dueelx2
November 12, 2025 at 9:47 AM
The National Rare Disease Strategy 2025–2030 has been launched.
The strategy is a step forward for the 300,000 people in Ireland affected by rare conditions. It focuses on access equitable, inclusive, and person-centred care.
Read the strategy: rebrand.ly/dueelx2
The strategy is a step forward for the 300,000 people in Ireland affected by rare conditions. It focuses on access equitable, inclusive, and person-centred care.
Read the strategy: rebrand.ly/dueelx2
We welcome Ireland’s 10th President, Catherine Connolly.
We were delighted to hear President Connolly's pledge to build “a republic where everyone is valued and diversity is cherished.”
We look forward to playing our part in building that fairer, more inclusive Ireland.
We were delighted to hear President Connolly's pledge to build “a republic where everyone is valued and diversity is cherished.”
We look forward to playing our part in building that fairer, more inclusive Ireland.
November 11, 2025 at 2:40 PM
We welcome Ireland’s 10th President, Catherine Connolly.
We were delighted to hear President Connolly's pledge to build “a republic where everyone is valued and diversity is cherished.”
We look forward to playing our part in building that fairer, more inclusive Ireland.
We were delighted to hear President Connolly's pledge to build “a republic where everyone is valued and diversity is cherished.”
We look forward to playing our part in building that fairer, more inclusive Ireland.
Ireland’s first National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People is a big step forward, but will it deliver real change?
Our new Plain English Brief breaks down what’s positive, what’s missing and what must happen next.
Read it here 👉https://rebrand.ly/yxg1asu
Our new Plain English Brief breaks down what’s positive, what’s missing and what must happen next.
Read it here 👉https://rebrand.ly/yxg1asu
November 7, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Ireland’s first National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People is a big step forward, but will it deliver real change?
Our new Plain English Brief breaks down what’s positive, what’s missing and what must happen next.
Read it here 👉https://rebrand.ly/yxg1asu
Our new Plain English Brief breaks down what’s positive, what’s missing and what must happen next.
Read it here 👉https://rebrand.ly/yxg1asu
We’re proud to support #AdultSafeguardingDay 2025, led by
Safeguarding Ireland.
This year’s theme is Rights and Assisted Decision-Making to making sure everyone’s voice is respected and supported.
Find out more: bit.ly/3WLzw8j
Safeguarding Ireland.
This year’s theme is Rights and Assisted Decision-Making to making sure everyone’s voice is respected and supported.
Find out more: bit.ly/3WLzw8j
November 7, 2025 at 9:00 AM
We’re proud to support #AdultSafeguardingDay 2025, led by
Safeguarding Ireland.
This year’s theme is Rights and Assisted Decision-Making to making sure everyone’s voice is respected and supported.
Find out more: bit.ly/3WLzw8j
Safeguarding Ireland.
This year’s theme is Rights and Assisted Decision-Making to making sure everyone’s voice is respected and supported.
Find out more: bit.ly/3WLzw8j
💥Our October newsletter highlights include:
🔹 #Budget2026
🔹 Workshop on Poverty & Cost of Disability
🔹 #CountTheCostOfDisability campaign
🔹 Oireachtas Committee on AI
🔹 Donegal CIL’s “Put Us To Work”
📰 Read: bit.ly/48Xo3Kb
🔹 #Budget2026
🔹 Workshop on Poverty & Cost of Disability
🔹 #CountTheCostOfDisability campaign
🔹 Oireachtas Committee on AI
🔹 Donegal CIL’s “Put Us To Work”
📰 Read: bit.ly/48Xo3Kb
November 4, 2025 at 4:39 PM
💥Our October newsletter highlights include:
🔹 #Budget2026
🔹 Workshop on Poverty & Cost of Disability
🔹 #CountTheCostOfDisability campaign
🔹 Oireachtas Committee on AI
🔹 Donegal CIL’s “Put Us To Work”
📰 Read: bit.ly/48Xo3Kb
🔹 #Budget2026
🔹 Workshop on Poverty & Cost of Disability
🔹 #CountTheCostOfDisability campaign
🔹 Oireachtas Committee on AI
🔹 Donegal CIL’s “Put Us To Work”
📰 Read: bit.ly/48Xo3Kb
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Sr Stanislaus Kennedy.
Sr Stan shone a light on the needs of those pushed to the margins of society,
Ireland has lost a true voice of compassion and conviction. Her tireless advocacy changed lives and inspired generations.
Sr Stan shone a light on the needs of those pushed to the margins of society,
Ireland has lost a true voice of compassion and conviction. Her tireless advocacy changed lives and inspired generations.
November 3, 2025 at 5:20 PM
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Sr Stanislaus Kennedy.
Sr Stan shone a light on the needs of those pushed to the margins of society,
Ireland has lost a true voice of compassion and conviction. Her tireless advocacy changed lives and inspired generations.
Sr Stan shone a light on the needs of those pushed to the margins of society,
Ireland has lost a true voice of compassion and conviction. Her tireless advocacy changed lives and inspired generations.
It’s #Budget Day.
People with disabilities can’t wait for real action.
DFI calls for:
✅€55 Cost of Disability payment
✅ Investment in supports
✅ Multi-annual, sustainable funding for services
✅ Action on poverty and exclusion.
Read our submission: bit.ly/4gTBGMf
People with disabilities can’t wait for real action.
DFI calls for:
✅€55 Cost of Disability payment
✅ Investment in supports
✅ Multi-annual, sustainable funding for services
✅ Action on poverty and exclusion.
Read our submission: bit.ly/4gTBGMf
October 7, 2025 at 9:17 AM
It’s #Budget Day.
People with disabilities can’t wait for real action.
DFI calls for:
✅€55 Cost of Disability payment
✅ Investment in supports
✅ Multi-annual, sustainable funding for services
✅ Action on poverty and exclusion.
Read our submission: bit.ly/4gTBGMf
People with disabilities can’t wait for real action.
DFI calls for:
✅€55 Cost of Disability payment
✅ Investment in supports
✅ Multi-annual, sustainable funding for services
✅ Action on poverty and exclusion.
Read our submission: bit.ly/4gTBGMf
“These payments help me live a better life, they’re very important.” John Doyle
Cutting disability supports in #Budget2026 without replacement would take away essentials from people like John. That’s not spare cash, it’s what keeps life going.
Read more: bit.ly/4gTBGMf
Cutting disability supports in #Budget2026 without replacement would take away essentials from people like John. That’s not spare cash, it’s what keeps life going.
Read more: bit.ly/4gTBGMf
October 3, 2025 at 2:17 PM
“These payments help me live a better life, they’re very important.” John Doyle
Cutting disability supports in #Budget2026 without replacement would take away essentials from people like John. That’s not spare cash, it’s what keeps life going.
Read more: bit.ly/4gTBGMf
Cutting disability supports in #Budget2026 without replacement would take away essentials from people like John. That’s not spare cash, it’s what keeps life going.
Read more: bit.ly/4gTBGMf
📢 The NDA is inviting people to take part in the evaluation of the HSE Personalised Budgets Demonstration Project.
If you're a current budget holder in the project, if you've applied or if you withdrew prior to applying, please contact: pbevaluation@nda.ie to participate.
If you're a current budget holder in the project, if you've applied or if you withdrew prior to applying, please contact: pbevaluation@nda.ie to participate.
September 30, 2025 at 2:40 PM
📢 The NDA is inviting people to take part in the evaluation of the HSE Personalised Budgets Demonstration Project.
If you're a current budget holder in the project, if you've applied or if you withdrew prior to applying, please contact: pbevaluation@nda.ie to participate.
If you're a current budget holder in the project, if you've applied or if you withdrew prior to applying, please contact: pbevaluation@nda.ie to participate.
🚨Just one day to go until #MakeWayDay25!
Tomorrow, people will be highlighting the everyday obstacles that block access for disabled people to our streets and footpaths.
Friday, 26 September
Share what you see using #MakeWayDay25
Learn more: makewayday.com
Tomorrow, people will be highlighting the everyday obstacles that block access for disabled people to our streets and footpaths.
Friday, 26 September
Share what you see using #MakeWayDay25
Learn more: makewayday.com
September 25, 2025 at 8:15 AM
🚨Just one day to go until #MakeWayDay25!
Tomorrow, people will be highlighting the everyday obstacles that block access for disabled people to our streets and footpaths.
Friday, 26 September
Share what you see using #MakeWayDay25
Learn more: makewayday.com
Tomorrow, people will be highlighting the everyday obstacles that block access for disabled people to our streets and footpaths.
Friday, 26 September
Share what you see using #MakeWayDay25
Learn more: makewayday.com
Our September newsletter spotlights:
💠 National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People 2025–2030
💠 Budget 2026
💠 Make Way Day 25
💠 Disability and AI
💠 Policy updates, events and more.
📰 Read newsletter: bit.ly/3W2iC4K
📥 Subscribe: bit.ly/432FeXP
💠 National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People 2025–2030
💠 Budget 2026
💠 Make Way Day 25
💠 Disability and AI
💠 Policy updates, events and more.
📰 Read newsletter: bit.ly/3W2iC4K
📥 Subscribe: bit.ly/432FeXP
September 23, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Our September newsletter spotlights:
💠 National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People 2025–2030
💠 Budget 2026
💠 Make Way Day 25
💠 Disability and AI
💠 Policy updates, events and more.
📰 Read newsletter: bit.ly/3W2iC4K
📥 Subscribe: bit.ly/432FeXP
💠 National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People 2025–2030
💠 Budget 2026
💠 Make Way Day 25
💠 Disability and AI
💠 Policy updates, events and more.
📰 Read newsletter: bit.ly/3W2iC4K
📥 Subscribe: bit.ly/432FeXP
🚨 One Week to Go! 🚨
Friday 26 September is #MakeWayDay25
We remind everyone that small obstacles create big barriers for people with disabilities.
If you spot obstacles in your community, share photos/videos to #MakeWayDay25.
Learn more: lnkd.in/ekFV_fk
Friday 26 September is #MakeWayDay25
We remind everyone that small obstacles create big barriers for people with disabilities.
If you spot obstacles in your community, share photos/videos to #MakeWayDay25.
Learn more: lnkd.in/ekFV_fk
September 19, 2025 at 11:18 AM
🚨 One Week to Go! 🚨
Friday 26 September is #MakeWayDay25
We remind everyone that small obstacles create big barriers for people with disabilities.
If you spot obstacles in your community, share photos/videos to #MakeWayDay25.
Learn more: lnkd.in/ekFV_fk
Friday 26 September is #MakeWayDay25
We remind everyone that small obstacles create big barriers for people with disabilities.
If you spot obstacles in your community, share photos/videos to #MakeWayDay25.
Learn more: lnkd.in/ekFV_fk
Take action for #Budget26!
Our Budget 2026 toolkit makes it easy to contact TDs, with ready-made messages and every TD’s X handle.
We’re calling for a Cost of Disability Payment, fair funding and equality-proofing.
👉 bit.ly/3Kq3dIY
#DeliverTheStepChange
Our Budget 2026 toolkit makes it easy to contact TDs, with ready-made messages and every TD’s X handle.
We’re calling for a Cost of Disability Payment, fair funding and equality-proofing.
👉 bit.ly/3Kq3dIY
#DeliverTheStepChange
September 17, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Take action for #Budget26!
Our Budget 2026 toolkit makes it easy to contact TDs, with ready-made messages and every TD’s X handle.
We’re calling for a Cost of Disability Payment, fair funding and equality-proofing.
👉 bit.ly/3Kq3dIY
#DeliverTheStepChange
Our Budget 2026 toolkit makes it easy to contact TDs, with ready-made messages and every TD’s X handle.
We’re calling for a Cost of Disability Payment, fair funding and equality-proofing.
👉 bit.ly/3Kq3dIY
#DeliverTheStepChange
👩🦼Hey, this blocks my way!
Make Way Day is on Friday 26 September!
Obstacles like bins, bikes, and parked cars can block paths and obstruct people with disabilities.
That's why we're calling on everyone to get involved this #MakeWayDay25
Find out more: bit.ly/3Ia7K1F
Make Way Day is on Friday 26 September!
Obstacles like bins, bikes, and parked cars can block paths and obstruct people with disabilities.
That's why we're calling on everyone to get involved this #MakeWayDay25
Find out more: bit.ly/3Ia7K1F
September 15, 2025 at 1:43 PM
👩🦼Hey, this blocks my way!
Make Way Day is on Friday 26 September!
Obstacles like bins, bikes, and parked cars can block paths and obstruct people with disabilities.
That's why we're calling on everyone to get involved this #MakeWayDay25
Find out more: bit.ly/3Ia7K1F
Make Way Day is on Friday 26 September!
Obstacles like bins, bikes, and parked cars can block paths and obstruct people with disabilities.
That's why we're calling on everyone to get involved this #MakeWayDay25
Find out more: bit.ly/3Ia7K1F
📢 Have your say on Ireland’s new National Obesity Strategy.
The Department of Health wants your views to help shape a new strategy to support healthier living, prevention, and treatment.
Closes: 18 September 2025
🔗 Take part here: bit.ly/45xCGjN
The Department of Health wants your views to help shape a new strategy to support healthier living, prevention, and treatment.
Closes: 18 September 2025
🔗 Take part here: bit.ly/45xCGjN
August 14, 2025 at 10:25 AM
📢 Have your say on Ireland’s new National Obesity Strategy.
The Department of Health wants your views to help shape a new strategy to support healthier living, prevention, and treatment.
Closes: 18 September 2025
🔗 Take part here: bit.ly/45xCGjN
The Department of Health wants your views to help shape a new strategy to support healthier living, prevention, and treatment.
Closes: 18 September 2025
🔗 Take part here: bit.ly/45xCGjN
New report by @belong-to.bsky.social and
@tcddublin.bsky.social highlights the intersection of disability, gender, and sexual orientation. 70% of LGBTQI+ individuals report a disability, with higher rates of mental distress.
Read more: bit.ly/3HiGzBk
@tcddublin.bsky.social highlights the intersection of disability, gender, and sexual orientation. 70% of LGBTQI+ individuals report a disability, with higher rates of mental distress.
Read more: bit.ly/3HiGzBk
August 11, 2025 at 10:32 AM
New report by @belong-to.bsky.social and
@tcddublin.bsky.social highlights the intersection of disability, gender, and sexual orientation. 70% of LGBTQI+ individuals report a disability, with higher rates of mental distress.
Read more: bit.ly/3HiGzBk
@tcddublin.bsky.social highlights the intersection of disability, gender, and sexual orientation. 70% of LGBTQI+ individuals report a disability, with higher rates of mental distress.
Read more: bit.ly/3HiGzBk
📢 Our July newsletter is out now!
Spotlight on:
✅ Pre-Budget Submission 26
✅ Alternative UN CRPD review
✅ Oireachtas Committee input
✅ Diversity and inclusion
Stay informed 👉 bit.ly/4ff5F0u
Subscribe 👉 bit.ly/432FeXP
Spotlight on:
✅ Pre-Budget Submission 26
✅ Alternative UN CRPD review
✅ Oireachtas Committee input
✅ Diversity and inclusion
Stay informed 👉 bit.ly/4ff5F0u
Subscribe 👉 bit.ly/432FeXP
July 30, 2025 at 8:45 AM
📢 Our July newsletter is out now!
Spotlight on:
✅ Pre-Budget Submission 26
✅ Alternative UN CRPD review
✅ Oireachtas Committee input
✅ Diversity and inclusion
Stay informed 👉 bit.ly/4ff5F0u
Subscribe 👉 bit.ly/432FeXP
Spotlight on:
✅ Pre-Budget Submission 26
✅ Alternative UN CRPD review
✅ Oireachtas Committee input
✅ Diversity and inclusion
Stay informed 👉 bit.ly/4ff5F0u
Subscribe 👉 bit.ly/432FeXP
We’ve launched our Pre-Budget Submission 2026.
The new Programme for Government promised a new era for disabled people. 2026 must be the moment they Deliver the Step Change.
Read our pre-Budget submission: bit.ly/4ly5Cze
#DeliverTheStepChange #DisabilityBudget26
The new Programme for Government promised a new era for disabled people. 2026 must be the moment they Deliver the Step Change.
Read our pre-Budget submission: bit.ly/4ly5Cze
#DeliverTheStepChange #DisabilityBudget26
July 16, 2025 at 3:57 PM
We’ve launched our Pre-Budget Submission 2026.
The new Programme for Government promised a new era for disabled people. 2026 must be the moment they Deliver the Step Change.
Read our pre-Budget submission: bit.ly/4ly5Cze
#DeliverTheStepChange #DisabilityBudget26
The new Programme for Government promised a new era for disabled people. 2026 must be the moment they Deliver the Step Change.
Read our pre-Budget submission: bit.ly/4ly5Cze
#DeliverTheStepChange #DisabilityBudget26
Help shape our sector.
The government is developing a new strategy for our sector.
Let’s make sure it delivers:
✅ Sustainable funding
✅ Cross-government collaboration
✅ Integrated working
✅ Stronger social cohesion.
Deadline: 15 Aug
Take part: bit.ly/46oaq5m
The government is developing a new strategy for our sector.
Let’s make sure it delivers:
✅ Sustainable funding
✅ Cross-government collaboration
✅ Integrated working
✅ Stronger social cohesion.
Deadline: 15 Aug
Take part: bit.ly/46oaq5m
July 4, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Help shape our sector.
The government is developing a new strategy for our sector.
Let’s make sure it delivers:
✅ Sustainable funding
✅ Cross-government collaboration
✅ Integrated working
✅ Stronger social cohesion.
Deadline: 15 Aug
Take part: bit.ly/46oaq5m
The government is developing a new strategy for our sector.
Let’s make sure it delivers:
✅ Sustainable funding
✅ Cross-government collaboration
✅ Integrated working
✅ Stronger social cohesion.
Deadline: 15 Aug
Take part: bit.ly/46oaq5m
Make a real difference in a young person’s life.
@YAPIreland
is hiring advocates in Louth, Meath, Monaghan, Limerick and more.
€16.52/hr | Flexible, meaningful work.
Apply by 6 July 👉 bit.ly/4l6ckvR
@YAPIreland
is hiring advocates in Louth, Meath, Monaghan, Limerick and more.
€16.52/hr | Flexible, meaningful work.
Apply by 6 July 👉 bit.ly/4l6ckvR
June 30, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Make a real difference in a young person’s life.
@YAPIreland
is hiring advocates in Louth, Meath, Monaghan, Limerick and more.
€16.52/hr | Flexible, meaningful work.
Apply by 6 July 👉 bit.ly/4l6ckvR
@YAPIreland
is hiring advocates in Louth, Meath, Monaghan, Limerick and more.
€16.52/hr | Flexible, meaningful work.
Apply by 6 July 👉 bit.ly/4l6ckvR
From tomorrow, key products and services in the EU must be accessible under the European Accessibility Act.
This is a big step, but not the finish line.
We’re improving our own digital services to align with standards and best practices.
Read more: bit.ly/4lxcixc
This is a big step, but not the finish line.
We’re improving our own digital services to align with standards and best practices.
Read more: bit.ly/4lxcixc
June 27, 2025 at 1:59 PM
From tomorrow, key products and services in the EU must be accessible under the European Accessibility Act.
This is a big step, but not the finish line.
We’re improving our own digital services to align with standards and best practices.
Read more: bit.ly/4lxcixc
This is a big step, but not the finish line.
We’re improving our own digital services to align with standards and best practices.
Read more: bit.ly/4lxcixc
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Jacqui Browne, a fearless advocate and lifelong champion for disability rights.
Her voice inspired change and her legacy will live on.
Rest in peace Jacqui.
Her voice inspired change and her legacy will live on.
Rest in peace Jacqui.
June 25, 2025 at 3:13 PM
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Jacqui Browne, a fearless advocate and lifelong champion for disability rights.
Her voice inspired change and her legacy will live on.
Rest in peace Jacqui.
Her voice inspired change and her legacy will live on.
Rest in peace Jacqui.
🏳️🌈 As Pride Month draws to a close, we want to take a moment to acknowledge the visibility, dignity and rights of all disabled LGBTQIA+ people and the wider LGBTQIA+ community. Happy Pride.
June 25, 2025 at 8:56 AM
🏳️🌈 As Pride Month draws to a close, we want to take a moment to acknowledge the visibility, dignity and rights of all disabled LGBTQIA+ people and the wider LGBTQIA+ community. Happy Pride.
A UN CRPD Alternative Report for Ireland was compiled by six leading disability organisations
Findings:
Housing crisis is locking people out
PA supports stretched
Poverty & Cost of Disability rising
Lowest disability employment rate in the EU
Read more: bit.ly/3HWML1N
Findings:
Housing crisis is locking people out
PA supports stretched
Poverty & Cost of Disability rising
Lowest disability employment rate in the EU
Read more: bit.ly/3HWML1N
June 24, 2025 at 12:20 PM
A UN CRPD Alternative Report for Ireland was compiled by six leading disability organisations
Findings:
Housing crisis is locking people out
PA supports stretched
Poverty & Cost of Disability rising
Lowest disability employment rate in the EU
Read more: bit.ly/3HWML1N
Findings:
Housing crisis is locking people out
PA supports stretched
Poverty & Cost of Disability rising
Lowest disability employment rate in the EU
Read more: bit.ly/3HWML1N
DFI's June Newsletter is here!
Spotlight on:
🔹 CRPD panel at our AGM
🔹 DFI at UN COSP & Economic Dialogue
🔹 Member milestones and media impact
🔹 Local to global advocacy
📰 Read: bit.ly/3G1Eau8
📩 Subscribe: bit.ly/432FeXP
Spotlight on:
🔹 CRPD panel at our AGM
🔹 DFI at UN COSP & Economic Dialogue
🔹 Member milestones and media impact
🔹 Local to global advocacy
📰 Read: bit.ly/3G1Eau8
📩 Subscribe: bit.ly/432FeXP
June 23, 2025 at 8:05 AM
DFI's June Newsletter is here!
Spotlight on:
🔹 CRPD panel at our AGM
🔹 DFI at UN COSP & Economic Dialogue
🔹 Member milestones and media impact
🔹 Local to global advocacy
📰 Read: bit.ly/3G1Eau8
📩 Subscribe: bit.ly/432FeXP
Spotlight on:
🔹 CRPD panel at our AGM
🔹 DFI at UN COSP & Economic Dialogue
🔹 Member milestones and media impact
🔹 Local to global advocacy
📰 Read: bit.ly/3G1Eau8
📩 Subscribe: bit.ly/432FeXP