About us

1 in 5 people in Northern Ireland have a disability.

Disability Action are a Northern Ireland charity who work with people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, sensory disabilities, hidden disabilities and mental health disabilities.

Our Vision

A society which is inclusive, adapts to meet the needs of people with disabilities, rather than one that expects them to fit in.

A society that recognises disabled people's right to be different and to live their life in a way which meets their particular needs without prejudice.

Our Mission

We work to promote, protect and uphold the human rights of disabled people.

Organisational Information

Disability Action (NI) is a registered charity (Charity Reference No. NIC100004), a voluntary organization and a company limited by guarantee (Company No. 19258).

Latest

Last year 170 people benefited from our Workable NI service

Sometimes disabled people need support in work. If you're about to start a new job or are having difficulties in your existing job we can support you through the Workable NI programme.
Joseph Rowntree Foundation – Report Launch

Launch of research from Joseph Rowntree examining the impact of Universal Credit on recipients in Northern Ireland
Response from Department for Infrastructure on Blue Badge Scheme Expiration and Renewal

Response to our open letter to Dr Andrew Murray, Deputy Secretary, Department for Infrastructure.
Providing continuity of service during COVID-19 lockdown

Our Management Team share their thoughts on working during this challenging COVID-19 lockdown period and what they’ve learnt.

Contact Us

Office contact details
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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The Management Team

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

More detail on a driving assessment and what is involved.
Driving Lessons

Learning or re-learning to drive can be a daunting experience but don’t worry, here at Disability Action we have a team of dedicated staff that will support you along every step of the way.
Help to find work and help to find suitable candidates

Looking for and trying to get a new job, from updating CVs to knowing how to prepare for interviews, can be a bit overwhelming. Disability Action's Job Match works with local employers of all sizes, to help disabled people get the new job they are looking for.
Personal Independence Payment (PIP)

Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
Assessments

We undertake driving assessments on behalf of Driver Vehicle Agency (DVA), Motability and for private clients.