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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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Publication of New Domestic and Sexual Violence and Abuse Action Plan

The Department of Health and Department of Justice have jointly published a 2018/2019 action plan under the Stopping Domestic and Sexual Violence and Abuse Strategy.

Advice NI blue print for improving Universal Credit as fears grow about rollout in NI

Advice NI publish a comprehensive policy paper aimed at improving various fundamental problems affecting Universal Credit claimants.

Disability & Employment Focus Group

September 25, 2018 . Want to talk about looking for and keeping work in NI? Ulster University wants people to take part in a focus group on September 25, 2018 at the Offices of Disability Action.

Independent Review of PIP assessment published

The Independent Review of the Personal Independence Payment Assessment Process delivered its findings last week.

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Confirmed Exhibitors

Find out about the organisations who will be showcasing their products and services at the Disability Exhibition 2018.

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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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.

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