Disability Action Northern Ireland

Disability Action concerned by Infrastructure Minister's plans to extend expiring driving licences

Following Minister Mallon's announcement regarding the extension of driving licences, Disability Action want to highlight the risk to public safety. Read more
Meet Laura Loane

Laura has been part of the Disability Action team for 6 years and currently helps disabled people find paid employment in her role as Job Match Supported Employment Officer. Read more about Laura, her job and how she’s continuing to provide her service during COVID-19. Read more
New Job Vacancies

The ONSIDE Project are recruiting for a number of positions. Read more
Mental Health Awareness Week 18-24 May 2020

Take time to be kind. Now is the time to re-imagine a kinder society that better protects our mental health. Read more

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ILF Scotland Online Survey: Potential re-opening of ILF in NI

Do you live in N.Ireland and have a disability, or care for someone who does? If so, the Independent Living Fund wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts on the possibility of re-opening the fund in N.Ireland by filling in the online survey by 17th June. Read more
Workable NI is open for applications

If you are about to start a new job or are having difficulties in your existing job, our Workable NI team can help both you and your employer to ensure you are happy in your job. Read more
Advice for blind and partially sighted people during COVID-19

RNIB Northern Ireland and Guide Dogs NI have been working together to develop an advice document for blind and partially sighted people who are offline. Read more