Disability Action Northern Ireland

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.Read more

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.Read more

Independent Review of PIP assessment published

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

Disability Sport NI’s Blind Tennis Programme shortlisted for The National Lottery Good Causes Awards

Blind Tennis at Windsor Tennis Club was set up in 2016 and was developed and funded through Disability Sport NI as part of the National Lottery Funded, Sport NI Active Clubs Programme.Read more

Further funding cut on accessible transport for disabled and older people will reduce service

In April 2018 Disability Action received notification from the Department for Infrastructure that a further 5% funding cut would be applied to the Disability Action Transport Scheme (DATS) in the 2018/2019 financial year.Read more

Belfast City Airport becomes first airport to implement JAM cards

Survey seeking the experiences of older people and disabled people using taxis

The Department for Infrastructure (DFI) is seeking the views of older people and disabled people on their experiences of getting and using taxi services in Northern Ireland and the results of this survey will inform a wider review of taxi services.Read more

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.Read more

Annual Health Checks For People With A Learning Disability

Adults with a learning disability in Northern Ireland can avail of a Directed Enhanced Service (DES) designed to allow GPs and professionals called Health Care Facilitators to provide a detailed annual physical and mental health check.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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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.

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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.

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!

Senior Management

Our Senior Management Team have a wealth of experience and ensure that the charity's mission, vision and and strategic objectives are met.

Driving Assessment

More detail on a driving assessment and what is involved.

Personal Independence Payment (PIP)

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.