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  1. 'Our world and our politicians strive for equality, with little consideration for equity.' - PJ Cleere, Disability Federation of Ireland

    Issued: 16 July 2024

    We are delighted to bring you a question and answer session with PJ Cleere who leads the Community Development …

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  2. 'If there was one disappointment from the entire experience it was accessibility at UN COSP.' - Padraig Hannafin

    Issued: 27 June 2024

    Padraig Hannafin is a disability activist. He is Rehab's Public Affairs and Research Administrator and Vice Chairperson …

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  3. 'I am a dedicated advocate for the full implementation of UN CRPD and the full inclusion of people with disabilities in our society.' - Elaine Teague, CEO, DFI

    Issued: 12 June 2024

    We are delighted to bring you a question and answer session with Elaine Teague, the new CEO of the Disability …

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  4. As a disabled person I would say do what you are comfortable with and set your own goals for how you want to live an independent life. - Róisín Lenehan

    Issued: 11 June 2024

    Róisín Lenehan is a disabled advocate from Co Mayo. She was born with anoridia and glaucoma so she went from having a …

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  5. The Means Testing process needs to be more person focused with an understanding of the individual - Padraig Hannafin

    Issued: 7 June 2024

    Padraig Hannafin is a disability activist. He is Rehab's Public Affairs and Research Administrator and Vice Chairperson …

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  6. We need to find creative ways to celebrate Disability Pride and protest ableism at every opportunity

    Issued: 28 May 2024

    Susan Dennehy is an award winning Independent Radio Producer and Disability advocate. Most recently she produced …

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  7. Fixing inequality starts with a readiness to ‘see’ disability for what it is: an identity defined by innovation and strength, not failure - Lottie Jackson

    Issued: 17 May 2024

    Lottie Jackson is an author, activist and journalist with bylines for The Sunday Times, CNN, Telegraph, Guardian, …

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  8. Resiliance and Disability - a blog post by disability advocate Carolyn Akintola

    Issued: 5 September 2023

    Carolyn Akintola is from Dublin. She was one of the DFI delegates attending the Fifth European Parliament of Persons …

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  9. Representing Ireland at the Fifth European Parliament of Persons with Disabilities - a blog post by Padraig Hannafin

    Issued: 30 May 2023

    Padraig Hannafin is Rehab's Public Affairs and Research Administrator. He was a member of the delegation to the Fifth …

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