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£450,000 for 3 new National Lottery funded projects in Northern Ireland led by disabled people

More than £1 million has been awarded to 10 new research and pilot projects across the UK, of which £450,00 has been allocated to 3 projects in Northern Ireland.Read more

Disability Action's Hugh McIlhatton Awarded Lifetime Achievement Award

Northern Ireland's road safety champions were officially recognised for their contribution to helping improve safety in their communities.Read more

Disability Action’s Laura McCartney Awarded MBE in Queens Birthday Honours List

Disability Action’s Assistant Director of Employment Services, Laura McCartney has been awarded an MBE for services to disabled people and their families in Northern Ireland.Read more

New resource highlights the positive impact of The Purple Workforce

Disability Action’s Employment Advocacy Service has launched a new resource: ‘The Purple Workforce: The Impact of Employing Disabled People’. The Quick Guide outlines the positive impact employing disabled people can have on a business.Read more

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Over 100 jobseekers and employers set to team up to participate in the first Job Shadow Day initiative

The Northern Ireland Union of Supported Employment (NIUSE) is pleased to announce their participation in their Job Shadow Day initiative for the first time on Wednesday 25 April 2018.

Public Appointment: Libraries NI

The Department for Communities invites applications for the appointment of 3 Members to its Board. This is an opportunity for individuals, who have a keen interest in the modern library service, to make a significant contribution to its leadership and oversight.

Free Planning Advice Session

Community Places has organised a Free Planning Advice Session in Parador Hotel, Ormeau Road, in Belfast on Wednesday 2 May 2018. Qualified Planners will be there to help people in Belfast with any planning related queries. This is a Free service we provide across Northern Ireland.

Millennium Forum: Energy of Light Discos

Come along to the monthly Energy of Light Disco's, a monthly disco for people who are Age 15+ and who are experiencing limited physical, sensory and or learning ability.

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Disability Action Transport Scheme

Do you have difficulty using public transport? Disability Action Transport Scheme (DATS) is a fully accessible mode of transport that will allow you to travel within your local town.

Help with Training

Are you between 16 and 22 and are looking for support in education and training to achieve your goals? Our team can help!

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Driving Assessment

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Help to find work

We know it can be a bit overwhelming when looking for and trying to get a job – from updating CVs to knowing how to prepare for interviews. We have a project called Job Match who will work one to one with you to help you find and stay in paid work.

Disability Exhibition 2018

Visitor Information: Opening hours, directions, parking and facilities - all you need to know about visiting the Disability Exhibition 2018.

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