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

Only for the help I receive (from Workable NI) I would be unemployed

Workable NI participant Oisin thanks his Employment and Training Officer.
DATS friendly drivers are fully trained

Helping disabled and older people with their transport needs.
‘Purple Light Up’ to celebrate International Day of Disabled People 2020

As part of our celebrations Councils and organisations throughout N.Ireland have agreed to take part in Disability Action’s ‘Purple Light Up’.
Job Match has supported me on my journey to successfully obtaining employment

Just before lockdown Job Match Supported Employment Officer Maria met with Robert who had current work experience and was highly motivated to secure paid work.

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.