Cavan Disability Network
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A Disability group has been set up in Cavan The central purpose of the group is to provide a link between the disabled and local goverment..
Cavan Disability Network is the representative body empowering people with varying abilities using a right’s based approach to deliver collective action and social justice through peer designed supports with inclusion at the core. making input into the LCDC through its representative, and receiving feedback from the LCDC
18/06/2026
DFI
The Disability Act hasn't been updated in over 20 years. Now there's a public consultation. It's important that as many disabled people, families and representative organisations as possible take part.
Have your say before 9 September 2026.
For more: https://rebrand.ly/ouogm6d
16/06/2026
Paralympic Games
Pride at the Paralympics 🩷❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙💜🖤🩶🤍🤎
'Seven years on a waiting list is not early intervention'
On Friday morning a protest took place in Cavan Town highlighting the need for more services for children with disabilities.
Some of the protesters where interviewed, the link to the video recording of it is in the below Anglo Celts Facebook post.
More info in the newspaper article https://www.anglocelt.ie/2026/06/12/seven-years-on-a-waiting-list-is-not-early-intervention
09/06/2026
Deaf Sports Ireland
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Sports Focused Deaf Awareness Workshop
Deaf Sports Ireland, in partnership with the Irish Deaf Society, are delighted to host a Sports Focused Deaf Awareness Workshop designed specifically for professionals and volunteers working within the sports sector.
This engaging and interactive workshop aims to increase understanding of Deaf culture, improve communication with Deaf athletes, participants, coaches, officials, and supporters, and promote greater accessibility and inclusion across all areas of sport.
Who Should Attend?
Sports coaches and instructors
Club volunteers and committee members
Sports development officers
Referees and officials
Leisure centre and facility staff
National Governing Body representatives
Community sports leaders
Anyone involved in delivering sport and physical activity.
Benefits of Attending
Participants will gain practical knowledge and confidence to support Deaf individuals in sporting environments, helping to create more welcoming, accessible, and inclusive experiences for everyone.
Together, let's make sport accessible for all.
Date: Monday, 22nd June 2026.
Time: 09:30
Venue: Deaf Village Ireland
For further information, please contact: [email protected]
Admission is free of charge but strictly by ticket only, tickets available by clicking the link below; 👇
https://www.eventbrite.ie/.../sports-focused-deaf...
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09/06/2026
ADHD Ireland
Don't miss this month's parents of adults support group!
Register now: https://buff.ly/ZehA1dw
"No person should be left socially, politically or economically worse off because of a disability," Deputy Cathy Bennett (SF) stated in the Dáil last week.
Inclusive Fitness run AllWays Able, an inclusive fitness and music programme for people with disabilities across Ireland. We're currently offering a FREE 7-day trial of our online membership, which includes: 🎵 A live weekly Zoom music class 💪 Adapted fitness classes that can be done from home 🤝 A fun and supportive community
04/06/2026
Applications are open for the WIDE Leaders Programme until June 24th. No matter where you are on your inclusion journey, we want to hear from you. Got questions or need support in applying? Reach out to [email protected].
This free 10 month programme delivered by AHEAD and Employers for Change is designed for medium and large employers who want to take a structured, evidence based approach to disability inclusion in the workplace — and turn insight into action.
Participating organisations will be guided through a self-review of their policy and practice, develop a practical improvement plan, and learn alongside a group of committed peers.
👉 Learn more and apply by 24 June 2026: https://buff.ly/UrERNdN
The Widening Inclusion of Disability in Employment (WIDE) project is funded by the Department of Social Protection.
Please share and help us reach any organisations which may be interested!
Cruinniú na nÓg is a day of free creativity for children and young people on Saturday 6 June 2026 with events throughout Ireland.
Explore and Wonder is a Cruinniú na nÓg event which is a gentle, sensory-friendly creative day designed especially for children with additional needs and their families.
Explore and Wonder offers a range of creative workshops including printing, bush craft, circus skills, messy play and much more. Children and young people can enjoy a welcoming, inclusive environment where they can explore, express, and discover creativity at their own pace.
Highlights
DiscoWave: A sensory-friendly disco for autistic and neurodivergent children and their families. With gentle lighting, playful beach-themed props, a live DJ and dancer, it offers a calm, welcoming space where families can join in at their own pace.
Sensory SongTales: A gentle music session for children with complex needs and their families.
Marvellous Marbling: Explore the colourful and sensory process of marbling.
Mark Making Mural: A collaborative canvas where everyone is encouraged to contribute. Participants are invited to explore at their own pace, whether that’s making bold marks, soft patterns, or simply enjoying the sensory experience of materials and colour.
Date: Saturday 6 June 2026 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm
Where : Arts Arena, Share Discovery Village. 221 Lisnaskea Road, Lisnaskea, Co.Fermanagh, BT92 0JZ
Ages: 2-18 for children with additional needs and their caregiver/family.
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