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We call for all political leaders to be careful and considerate of the language they use. People with intellectual disabilities have had to face this negative language in school and work and it can be hurtful and damaging.

Sinn Féin 'like politics for slow learners', says Taoiseach

Leo Varadkar says he has concerns about Sinn Féin's "economic and European policies in particular that we think will be major departure from what made our country successful".

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

2 years

Our CEO @dervalmcd with an amazing self advocate Sadbh Feehan at the #CostOfLivingSept24 with @COLCIreland protest to highlight the need to address the cost of living crisis for many including people with intellectual disabilities.

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"We need to stop talking about children with disabilities as "special" and start talking about rights. Language is powerful. There is nothing special about wanting children to be educated in their local schools. It is their right for that to happen."

Major reforms needed for education of children with special needs, says advocacy group

A major reform of the system for the education of children with special needs is required, according to the advocacy group Inclusion Ireland.

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2 years

1/3 Inclusion Ireland have today written to the @Education_Ire Departnent of Education about a circular which ceases substitution arrangements for short term Covid 19 absences of teachers and SNAs.

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

5 months

Inclusion Ireland and the referendum. We recognise the need for broader support of the diversity of families in Ireland however, Article 42B does not recognise the rights of disabled people under UNCRPD who should have a right to live independent lives and access the support

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

3 years

The Board of Directors and Staff of Inclusion Ireland wish to express their deepest sympathies to Lorraine Dempsey, our interim CEO on the tragic death of her husband Carl Dempsey yesterday 11th September 2021. You can read the message of sympathy here:

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

2 years

1/4This "emergency" plan seems like ten steps backwards on the path to inclusive education. We are shocked to see this announcement this evening.We will be in contact directly with the Minister and NCSE tomorrow for more information

Government plans ‘special education centres’ as emergency response to shortage of appropriate...

Autism campaigners question whether plans will meet the needs of vulnerable children

www.irishtimes.com

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

3 years

By hiring someone with Down Syndrome, you start a virtuous chain: the more that people with DS are seen at work, the more they’ll be recognized as valuable employees, and the more they’ll be hired. Do your part, start the Hiring Chain today. #WDSD21

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

6 years

A massive well done to everyone who has campaigned to get the #UNCRPD ratified in Ireland. Your hard work has paid off. Now the work begins to ensure that the rights of persons with disabilities are upheld. Congratulations everyone!

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@InclusionIre

3 years

1/3Ahead of decisions today about schools reopening school safety for pupils and teachers needs to go hand in hand with the child's right to education.We want children back in classrooms ,proper mitigation and safety measures which we and others have called for are so important.

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

6 months

45% of children with support needs are being failed by the educational system as they face multiple barriers to access their right to school. We expect our leaders to stand up and prioritise this with urgency - we are deeply disturbed by the Department of Education's

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

4 years

Inclusion Ireland has today announced the appointment of @LorDempsey as interim CEO, replacing Enda Egan who is moving on to a new role. We look forward to working with Lorraine, and thank Enda for his enormous contribution as CEO. Statement:

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Inclusion Ireland

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2 years

Once off measures are a charitable act.People with intellectual disabilities don't want charity,they want their rights upheld We need sustained, targeted measures.This includes creative solutions around social welfare reform & supporting people into work and employment #Budget23

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@InclusionIre

2 years

We will be joining the protest #CostOfLivingSept24 today to highlight the cost of living crisis we are all experiencing,the crisis disabled people have faced for years. Join us in Parnell Square Dublin at 2pm. We would love to see you there. We will have our blue signs with us!

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@COLCIreland

2 years

Today is your chance to do what we did on water charges- people power forced the establishment to retreat. Let's repeat that on cost of living crisis. We can win measures that help ordinary people survive. Today 2.30 Parnell Sq Dublin. Please join us. #CostOfLivingSept24

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Inclusion Ireland

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4 years

Together with @DownSyndromeIRL and @AsIAmIreland , we've written to the Minister for Special Education seeking a meeting over any further #COVID19 school closures. A complete withdrawal of educational services would be intolerable for children with additional learning needs.

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Inclusion Ireland

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Inclusion Ireland, friends and allies at the @COLCIreland #CostOfLivingCrisis #CostOfLivingSept24 protest. Disabled People have experienced a cost of living crisis for decades and need a Cost of Disability payment now. @dervalmcd @fussireland @mulvanypeopleb1

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@InclusionIre

8 months

Happy #InternationalDayofPersonsWithDisability ! Let's live up to our values today and everyday - be respectful, inclusive, equal, listen and give people with an intellectual disability choice so that they are supported to live and participate as an equal member within the

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@InclusionIre

6 years

Inclusion Ireland is joining @Together4yes the national civil society campaign to remove the 8th Amendment #togetherforyes

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

6 months

Inclusion Ireland raises " significant concerns " about the new "Special Education Teacher " allocation model. @IPPN_Education @CatrionaGolden @simonmlewis @IrishPrimaryPE @INTOnews @EducateTogether

Inclusion Ireland significantly concerned about the new Special Education Teacher allocation model...

Inclusion Ireland has expressed significant concern about the new Special Education Teacher Allocation model (circular 0002/2024 Department of Education). CEO of Inclusion Ireland, Derval McDonagh...

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

4 years

Inclusion Ireland is to meet with Minister @SimonHarrisTD on Monday morning to discuss concerns facing people with intellectual disabilities, and in particular the concerns relating to people residing in institutional settings.

Coronavirus: 75 care homes at status ‘red’ outbreak

Number of disability centres grappling with clusters of disease nearly triple in two weeks

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

5 months

"To all the kids and their families fighting the good fight. We are there with you every step of the way."

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

2 years

3/3 Covid 19 has not gone away and children with disabilities cannot be impacted again by decisions like these. We call for a review of this decision without delay.

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@InclusionIre

3 years

The #rtept #rteinvestigates revelations that the Department of Health compiled secret dossiers on autistic children and their families is a gross breach of trust and the families affected must be notified.

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

3 years

As a mark of respect to the Dempsey Family our webinar and Launch of Our Housing Rights which was due to take place on Monday at 11am will be postponed. We send love and care to Lorraine and her family. Thank you for your understanding.

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

3 years

Our CEO is delighted to announce that Julie Helen starts as Communications and Information Manager at Inclusion Ireland.We want to ensure that our communications reflect the lived experience of intellectual disability and that we develop and promote accessible information widely

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@InclusionIre

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'We must include every single disabled person. From people who need intensive support to access their rights, to people who need a small amount of support to go and work and live their lives.' @dervalmcd at today's Joint Committee on Disability Matters.

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3 years

Fergus Finlay tells how we didn't hear the quiet voices of people with intellectual disabilities throughout the pandemic and the Impact isolation has had on them.

Fergus Finlay: Pandemic took away the voices of people with intellectual disability

Fergus Finlay: Pandemic took away the voices of people with intellectual disability: A comprehensive series of articles on this topic

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@InclusionIre

2 years

'Inclusion is a word which is over-used and under delivered- on. It is fundamentally about community, belonging and upholding human rights.'

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@InclusionIre

4 years

Great news from @meathcoco , who are installing Communication Boards at 20 playgrounds to support social inclusion! More of this needed! Story:

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@InclusionIre

6 years

Paul Alford of Inclusion Ireland says that it is difficult to get a proper job with proper pay if you have a disability and says that people with disabilities are afraid that they will lose their benefits if they take up work.

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@InclusionIre

6 years

We're at Leinster House with self-advocates for the debate on the motion to ratify the #UNCRPD .

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@InclusionIre

5 years

We're here at Leinster House for the protest against the cuts to a training allowance for people with disabilities. People with disabilities are much more likely to experience poverty. We need action to increase income, not reduce it. #allowuslearn

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@InclusionIre

6 years

You can read Inclusion Ireland's statement on joining the #Together4Yes campaign and watch a video from Paddy Connolly, CEO, explaining why the organisation is making this important decision:

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@InclusionIre

4 years

Inclusion Ireland met with the HSE yesterday on planning for people with intellectual disabilities and their families during the Coronavirus (Covid 19) period. We will be meeting again soon so let us know if you have any specific issues by emailing info @inclusionireland .ie 1/

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

3 years

#IDPWD2021 We are reflecting on the right of people with Intellectual Disabilities to move out of their family home and into homes of their own. A right no matter what level of support a person needs. The voices of People with higher support needs are often forgotten.

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@InclusionIre

11 months

We will be writing to the Minister for Education seeking clarity on Children First - National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children in schools.

RTÉ News

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Allegations against the principal of a post-primary school include the forced partial undressing of an autistic pupil in front of other students

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@InclusionIre

2 years

2/3We know that ultimately this could have a significant effect on children with intellectual disabilities and any child with additional educational needs. Often where there are no substitution arrangements in place, learning support teachers are redeployed to cover the gaps.

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2 years

Today is International Day of People with Disabilities. On Tuesday Inclusion Ireland Self-Advocacy Committee held an event for International Day of People with Disabilities called ‘My Life, My Choice’ #IDPWD #IDPWD2022

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2 years

1/2 @RTE_PrimeTime Hearing the story of Sam was heartbreaking tonight. We know, sadly, there are many more people like Sam across the country waiting to move into a home of their own as is their right under article 19 of #UNCRPD

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3 years

"Webster is the first BBC children’s presenter with Down’s syndrome, but no mention was made of his disability. He introduced himself simply as George, a 21-year-old from Leeds who loves to cook, sing and dance". Well done George!

‘I’m loving life,’ says first CBeebies presenter with Down’s syndrome

George Webster, a 21-year-old actor from Leeds, was overwhelmed by the reaction to his first BBC show

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@InclusionIre

3 years

If anyone is affected by the issues being aired on tonight's #rtept #RTEInvestigates there are some helplines below that may be able to assist you.

Dept of Health built dossiers on children with autism

The Department of Health has been secretly using private information to build and maintain dossiers on children with autism who were involved in legal actions against the State.

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@InclusionIre

2 years

Inclusion Ireland is at The Ombudsman for Children Young Person’s Disability Summit is in today in Sligo. To access online visit Special mention for self advocate Ailis who is cohosting today! Well done Ailis, we are very proud! #beyondlimits

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@InclusionIre

2 years

July is Disability Pride Month. 1 in 7 people in Ireland have a disability. At Inclusion Ireland we stand in solidarity with Disabled People. Representation is important, Inclusion is important and equality is important. Every person should be proud of exactly who they are.

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

3 months

Delighted to be at the launch of the national voter registration day at the Mansion House. Paul will talk about the barriers people with intellectual disabilities face in using their vote and the solutions ; accessible information and training.

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

2 years

1/6 After a challenging few days in inclusive education advocacy, The organisations and advocacy groups who form part of the Department of Education Forum today wrote to Minister Madigan.We again highlighted our position on the proposed "centres" for education.

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

3 months

Our CEO @dervalmcd in Seanad today in support of @TomClonan Disability ( Rights) Bill. Great to meet so many disabled activists and family members. We have got to move the dial towards rights based supports for people with intellectual disabilities. Thanks @fussireland

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

4 years

"How could anyone forget how we all rallied around the amazing, resilient children who graced the Late Late toy show last year? Yet we always fail to make the connection that disability requires support and funding 365 days a year."

Time to focus on children with disabilities

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@InclusionIre

11 months

We were saddened, shocked but not surprised to read the ‘Nowhere to Turn’ report released by @OCO_ireland today - 'This has been happening for years. In 2023, it is a stain on our country that children with intellectual disabilities have to go through

Nowhere to Turn - children with disabilities left with no support - Ombudsman for Children

In 2020 the OCO published an investigation into a little boy called Jack who, despite having no medical requirement, was left in a hospital bed for over two and half years because the HSE and Tusla...

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

5 months

Trigger warning. This recording contains graphic information of children being secluded and restrained in school which you may find distressing. Thank you sincerely to the parents who spoke out so bravely to help prevent this happening to others.

School Issues For Autistic Children

“Children have a right to feel safe at school – but what some children with special needs endure is hugely damaging and a violation of their rights". That was the message following a report revealing...

www.rte.ie

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

4 years

Inclusion Ireland has put together a short accessible, easy-to-read guide on the Corona Virus. There are some simple steps on protecting yourself and what to do if you come into contact with the virus.

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

4 years

We've co-signed this letter from 14 rights organisations calling for the Government to fully commence the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015, and to put an end to the use of Victorian ‘Lunatic’ legislation in Ward of Court cases. #Budget2021

Decision Support Service must be funded

www.irishtimes.com

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

2 years

Inclusion Ireland are engaging with the work of the Autism Committee. Some Autistic people also have an intellectual disability, we need to make sure that they have an opportunity to tell their stories.

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@InclusionIre

2 years

The cost of living is too high, Disabled People have faced a cost of living crisis for decades.Time to take a stand in solidarity with @COLCIreland who will protest on September 24th.We need action now,disabled people face even extra costs,cost of disability #CostOfLivingSept24

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@InclusionIre

6 years

The European Committee of Social Rights has ruled that the systematic denial of inclusive education to tens of thousands of children with disabilities in Belgium breaches their fundamental rights. This ruling will have an impact on other member states.

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@InclusionIre

10 months

Our CEO @Derval McDonagh speaking to Newstalk this afternoon after the announcement of #Budget2024 about the rights of people with disabilities to live independently as equal citizens.

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

6 years

The polls are open. Here’s a reminder of some important information for voters with disabilities including accommodations and why a ‘Yes’ vote matters for disabled people’s rights. @Together4yes @disabled_choice

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@InclusionIre

6 months

We have written to the Department of Education seeking a pause in the roll out of the new special education teacher allocation model until we have had a proper consultation process and can reassure our members. We will continue to engage with the Department on this issue. 👇

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@InclusionIre

3 years

Disability allowance should not be means tested, say advocates. Current system trapping people in cycle of poverty, according to @DW_Ireland . #disability #inclusion

Disability allowance should not be means tested, say advocates

Current system trapping people in cycle of poverty, according to Disabled Women Ireland

www.irishtimes.com

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@InclusionIre

4 years

"As his carer, I absolutely should be getting the vaccine to protect him &, if I fall ill, who will mind Jack?...It would make total sense that carers like me are on the vaccine priority list like frontline workers because we are indeed frontline workers."

'My son needs me. Carers must be first in vaccine line'

Anger and frustration is growing that Covid vaccines are not being made a priority for carers looking after vulnerable or incapacitated family members.

www.independent.ie

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@InclusionIre

4 years

THREAD: We're disappointed with the Govt’s #WinterPlan . It was the understanding of the sector that the plan would contain measures to address the deficiencies in the provision of day services and supports for people with a disability and their families. Unfortunately it does not

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@InclusionIre

2 years

1/2 @dervalmcd met with the Minister & other stakeholders on the matter of special education centres as temporary school places. The Minister stated the idea was only ever at proposal stage. Inclusion Ireland and other colleagues voiced strong opposition to segregated solutions.

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@InclusionIre

5 months

Inclusion Ireland, @AsIAmIreland and @DownSyndromeIRL have called for a pause in the implementation of the new Special Education Teaching Hours (SET) Allocation model, due to a lack of prior consultation and significant concerns on the removal of complex needs as a factor for

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@InclusionIre

4 years

"When disability comes into your house, so does second-class citizenship. They talk the talk about rights, but Ireland’s bureaucratic systems essentially still believe that people with a disability should be grateful for charity."

Fergus Finlay: My wife’s credentials on disability? Just ask the esteemed professor

'My missus doesn’t believe in being grateful for charity and she certainly doesn’t believe in second-class citizenship,' writes Fergus Finlay

www.irishexaminer.com

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@InclusionIre

2 years

Aisling Mason AAC user and speaker with Minister @AnneRabbitte and our CEO @dervalmcd at our AAC event this morning. #AACForAll

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

5 months

Schools tell parents they don't have, and can't get the resources to meet children's support needs; the @Education_Ire , @napd , @IPPN_Education and @NPCpp say something different. Make the voice of children matter - share and tag your public representatives. @AsIAmIreland

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@InclusionIre

3 years

"Thousands of children with additional education needs in mainstream education ‘completely dropped’ from school re-opening agenda" - statement from Inclusion Ireland, @AsIAmIreland , @DownSyndromeIRL and @CarersIreland :

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@InclusionIre

4 months

A core value at @InclusionIre is "voice".Everyone has one,but some are ignored, dismissed, devalued.On #WorldAutismAwarenessDay ,we particularly show our allyship to those with an intellectual disability,those who are non-speaking and have had their communication rights denied

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@InclusionIre

2 years

We know that children with intellectual disabilities experience significant difficulty in accessing support of CAMHS and this report tells the story of children falling through the cracks on the eve of Ireland appearing before the #UNCRC Committee in Geneva tomorrow and Wednesday

RTÉ News

@rtenews

2 years

A report by the Mental Health Commission has highlighted significant deficits in the Child and Adolescent Mental Health System (CAMHS).

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

3 years

Inclusion Ireland announces the appointment of our new CEO, Derval McDonagh. - Welcome to the team, Derval! You can read our press release here

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@InclusionIre

6 months

We've combined forces with @AsIAmIreland to bring together political leaders in Leinster House today to shine a light on seclusion and restraint. What disabled children are enduring in schools today is hugely damaging and a violation of their rights. In many cases these children

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2 years

Good news stories are so important. Best of luck to all involved

Cork to host over 1,100 mixed-ability rugby players in international event

First time for Ireland to host the inclusive competition, with more than 80 games to be played at Musgrave Park

www.irishexaminer.com

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@InclusionIre

3 years

Great to see the Centre for Intellectual Disability in Trinity included in research about alternative education routes and progression. People with intellectual disabilities need more education pathways and options and access and inclusion in employment.

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@InclusionIre

10 months

We are deeply concerned by the lack of clarity in #Budget2024 around how the Government plans to fund a fully inclusive model of education. For too long children with intellectual disabilities have been forced to fit into narrow boxes – special classes, special schools or

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@InclusionIre

1 year

Our event for people with intellectual disabilities ‘What is the Assisted Decision Making Capacity Act and why is it important?’ is taking place today in @_IHREC We will hear from people about decision making and capacity and there will be smaller group discussions.

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4 years

STATEMENT: Govt announcement on special schools and classes welcome, but leaves majority of students with SEN behind. 10,000 students with SEN attend mainstream classes, and will not be catered for. We, with @DownSyndromeIRL and @AsIAmIreland , are calling for further engagement.

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@InclusionIre

4 years

Inclusion Ireland is planning to consult with people with disabilities about the UNCRPD. We want to find out what you think about how well your rights are being protected under the UNCRPD. We are looking for 6 people with an intellectual disability:

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3 years

Happy International Day for People with disabilities #InternationalDisabilityDay2021 The theme is Leadership and Participation in a post Covid 19 world. Our Board member and self advocate @TomasMu62235352 has a letter in @IrishTimes today. Well done Tomás!

Focus on abilities and not disability

www.irishtimes.com

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@InclusionIre

2 years

It is important that Minister McGrath mentioned additional costs that disabled people face. Once off measures, while welcomed in the short term will not address the cycle of poverty that many people with intellectual disabilities find themselves in #Budget2023 #CostOfDisability

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2 years

One of the guiding principles of the UNCRPD is accessibility. Everyone has the right to access public transport easily. James will travel around Ireland to test how accessible public transport this September. Read more about James at this link:

Teen travelling to all 32 counties to test public transport accessibility

James loves adventure but it’s not always easy to plan a spontaneous trip with his disability

www.dublinlive.ie

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@InclusionIre

2 years

In reviewing the EPSEN Act this year, we are calling for it to be renamed the “Inclusive Education Act". We need to stop talking about children with disabilities as “special” and start talking about rights. Language is powerful. Read more here:

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@InclusionIre

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"We are deeply concerned by the disconnect from those in a position of power to the experience of disabled children in school today." @AsIAmIreland , @DownSyndromeIRL and Inclusion Ireland have issued this statement on changes to SET -

96% of parents fear the impact of Department of Education’s proposed changes to Special Education...

AsIAm, Down Syndrome Ireland and Inclusion Ireland appear before Joint Oireachtas Committee on Education 5th March 2024: The country’s three leading disability advocacy organisations, AsIAm, Down...

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

2 years

Our CEO @dervalmcd comments in this article on the announcements of school places today. "The true hallmark of inclusion is where the child has access to the supports they need as an individual to thrive and flourish in their education and beyond".

Increase in special education provision is 'insufficient', say campaigners

Josepha Madigan announces a record number of new special classes — but teachers and inclusion advocates say the provision is still only minimal

www.irishexaminer.com

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@InclusionIre

2 years

2/4 We all know what happens with " short term"segregated solutions, they quickly become the accepted norm.We need proper planning around children's rights.We are not running an accident and emergency department,the system has known about these children's support needs for years

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@InclusionIre

3 years

Statement: Children with disabilities are up to three times more likely to be bullied, and up six times more likely to experience violence or abuse than their peers, Inclusion Ireland has told the Oireachtas Education Committee. Read:

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@InclusionIre

4 years

Inclusion Ireland yesterday held a very constructive meeting with Minister for Health @SimonHarrisTD . Read more below.

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

3 years

The revelations today by RTÉ Investigates that the Department of Health compiled secret dossiers on autistic children and their families is a gross breach of trust. The families affected must be notified, and the DPC must investigate.

Dept of Health built dossiers on children with autism

The Department of Health has been secretly using private information to build and maintain dossiers on children with autism who were involved in legal actions against the State.

www.rte.ie

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

1 year

1/2 Derval and Una representing Inclusion Ireland at today’s Joint Committee on Disability Matters The devastating consequences of leaving people out of the conversation were highlighted.

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

1 year

We are delighted to launch our report on the Pathway to Inclusive Education today. You will find the full report and an accessible video version on our website here:

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@InclusionIre

2 years

Our CEO Derval writes in the @irishexaminer about the real change needed for people with intellectual disabilities in our society.

Derval McDonagh: Pattern of outrage at abuse revelations is familiar but we need real change

'Would I accept this situation for me?' is the key for how we support people with disabilities

www.irishexaminer.com

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

1 year

Good to see this announcement today. This is the type of initiative we called for in our pre- budget submission. People with intellectual disabilities face particular employment barriers. Look out for our @_IHREC funded employment guide developed by people with intellectual

Department of Social Protection

@welfare_ie

1 year

Minister @HHumphreysFG opens applications for New Employment Programme for People With Disabilities ✅New ‘WorkAbility’ programme aims to support 5,000 people with disabilities into education and employment ℹ️

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

2 years

Today we publish a research report on the parent experience of Progressing Disability Services for Children and young people. Lack of services was the main issue that emerged from the research. Read more here:

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

6 months

Our CEO @dervalmcd is looking forward to @NTBreakfast #BreakfastBriefing where she will be highlighting the latest evidence that the current educational system is not meeting the needs of disabled children. Since the Department of Education’s announcement on Thursday to remove

Newstalk Breakfast

@NTBreakfast

6 months

#ComingUp from 6am on @NewstalkFM : @ShaneBeattyNews takes the nation’s 1st look at the papers on #BreakfastBriefing '45% of children with support needs are being failed' @InclusionIre & from 6:30am @JoeBLynam has the latest #BreakfastBusiness news #NTBK

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

6 years

Great to see our self-advocacy sub-committee member Úna Coates on #sixone talking about the confidence getting paid work gave her & the importance of mingling with her co-workers. #makeemploymentwork

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

3 years

Children with disabilities are all too often invisible or ignored, according to a new report for the Ombudsman for Children, with a lack of data, resources, and participation putting barriers in the way of progress.

Children with disabilities 'being ignored in rights initiatives'

A new report found "several instances whereby children with disabilities have not had any documented opportunities to participate in the development of legislation, policy and programmes which affect...

www.irishexaminer.com

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

3 years

The Taoiseach's announcement tonight on the planned return to schools is a major change from previous commitments to prioritise the return to school for all children with additional education. 20k children with additional educational needs in mainstream have been de-prioritised.

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

2 years

A letter to the editor of @IrishTimes by fantastic advocate Tamara Byrne on her rights and representation.

People with intellectual disabilities – time for inclusion

More options and access to information

www.irishtimes.com

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

3 years

3/3Many children missed out on their right to education for a considerable period of time. We call for children with disabilities to be discussed in any conversation today about schools reopening and for their right to education be fully considered by all parties involved.

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

4 years

Parents of children with special needs: ‘It’s just going to chip away at our children’. Government has scrapped plans for special education to resume on Monday due to Covid-19

Parents of children with special needs: ‘It’s just going to chip away at our children’

Government has scrapped plans for special education to resume on Monday due to Covid-19

www.irishtimes.com

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

1 year

We were pleased to meet with Oireachtas Members today as part of the Oireachtas Disability Group. We are preparing for Budget 2024. All members of the group agree that the cost of disability, access to services and housing are critical issues facing disabled people. Tomás

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Inclusion Ireland

@InclusionIre

1 year

Our own Paul Alford is at today's #DisabilityParliament in Brussels. Today's agenda is about building an inclusive future for persons with disabilities in the EU.

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