News Archive
European Accessibility Act: A new era for accessibility in Europe
Issued: 27 June 2025, 2pm
From 28 June 2025, a wide range of products and services across the EU must meet new accessibility requirements under …
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Panel discussion: UNCRPD and Disability Rights: From Ratification to Reality
Issued: 18 June 2025, 11am
Following the formalities of our AGM on Tuesday 17 June, we dove into a vibrant and rich discussion on the current and …
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Explore a Rewarding Career in Disability Services – Join the HSE and Partner Organisations Virtual Career Fair
Issued: 15 April 2025, 12pm
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? You are invited to a Virtual Career Fair on …
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DFI Calls for Action on Alarming Disability Poverty Rates
Issued: 20 March 2025, 5pm
The Central Statistics Office (CSO) has today released its annual poverty data for 2024, painting a stark and sobering …
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Have Your Say: Public Consultation on Ireland’s Next Suicide Reduction Policy
Issued: 18 March 2025, 2pm
Minister for Mental Health, Mary Butler T.D., has launched a public consultation to help shape Ireland’s next suicide …
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DFI Member's Survey Highlights the Impact and Challenges of Disability Organisations
Issued: 18 March 2025, 9am
DFI has released the key findings from its recent DFI Member's Survey, providing valuable insights into the impact, …
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DFI Kicks Off Engagement with New Health Regions
Issued: 5 March 2025, 3pm
DFI has taken a significant step in shaping the future of disability services within Ireland’s newly reconfigured …
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Industrial Action in Section 39 Organisations
Issued: 28 February 2025, 4pm
Disabled people deserve high-quality services and supports, and this requires well-trained and properly paid staff. The …
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Bridging the Gap Between National Policy and Local Action for Disability Inclusion
Issued: 4 February 2025, 10am
While Ireland has made moves on a national level in implementing the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons …
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Help Us Elect Joan Carthy to Seanad Eireann
Issued: 10 January 2025, 10am
We are part of a collation of ten community organisations proudly supporting Joan Carthy in her bid for election to the …
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Fraud Alert: Beware of False Fundraisers
Issued: 4 December 2024, 11am
DFI Does Not Engage in Door-to-Door FundraisingThe Disability Federation of Ireland (DFI) has been made aware of …
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Ireland's ratification of the Optional Protocol to the UN CRPD
Issued: 6 November 2024, 11am
DFI has written a briefing note on Ireland's accession to the Optional Protocol below. You can download the paper here …
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