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Wexford DPO - Disabled Persons' Organisation

Disabled people in Wexford (Ireland) working together to advocate for the rights of disabled people

07/11/2026

Today we're supporting the Frederick Douglass Civil Rights Festival • Wexford, Ireland at Eclectic Avenue in Wexford pop by!

07/11/2026

TODAY IS THE DAY!

Join us at Eclectic Avenue on Saturday, 7th November 2026 11am - 3pm.

We are proud to support the upcoming Frederick Douglass Civil Rights Festival • Wexford, Ireland.

Stop by to say hello and find out more about the work of the Wexford Disabled Persons Organisation.

We look forward to connecting with the community!

04/11/2026

True inclusion isn’t just about adding a ramp at the last minute—it’s about designing environments, products, and services that work for everyone right from the start.

Universal Design isn’t a special accommodation; it’s good design. When we remove barriers for disabled people, we make life easier and more accessible for parents with buggies, older adults, delivery workers, and all of us as we age.

🌍 Design for all, benefit all.

04/11/2026

We are proud to support the upcoming Frederick Douglass Civil Rights Festival • Wexford, Ireland.

Join us at Eclectic Avenue on Saturday, 7th November 2026 11am - 3pm.

Stop by to say hello and find out more about the work of the Wexford Disabled Persons Organisation.

We look forward to connecting with the community!

02/11/2026

28/10/2026

DPOs and Authentic Voice
Did You Know? Nothing About Us Without Us Means DPO Leadership.
Did you know there is a vital distinction between traditional disability service providers and a Disabled Persons Organisation (DPO)?
Under the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), a DPO must be led, governed, and directed by a majority of disabled people themselves.
The Issue: For decades, decisions about disabled people’s lives, services, and policies were made by non-disabled organisations or service providers without direct representative governance.
The Solution: True consultation. Government bodies and local authorities must consult directly with DPOs to ensure policies reflect genuine lived experience.

21/10/2026

Footpaths and Local Infrastructure

Did You Know? A Cracked Footpath Is a Blocked Route.

Did you know that everyday street hazards—like missing drop kerbs, steep gradients, and poorly placed street furniture—can completely cut off access to a town center?

Under the Social Model, someone using a mobility scooter or pushing a pram isn't stuck because of their equipment—they are stopped by poor infrastructure design and maintenance.

The Issue: Uneven pavement, parking on footpaths, and absent dished kerbs turn simple errands into hazardous navigation courses.

The Solution: Active travel routes planned with Universal Design principles. Dished kerbs, clear footpaths, and accessible crossings allow everyone to navigate their community safely and independently.

20/10/2026

We are very excited to be letting you all know that the ONSIDE digital Inclusion Programme is back as ONSIDE Evolution.

Our own Mo Farah and Pippa Black are working away to bring digital inclusion to hundreds of Disabled People in Donegal over the next three years.

ONSIDE Evolution is a cross-border project funded through the EU PEACEPLUS Programme, supporting disabled people aged 16 and over to reduce digital and social isolation, build confidence and skills, strengthen community connections, and become more active in their communities.

Participants can benefit from:

A free tablet, subject to programme participation requirements.

A six-week digital skills programme focused on digital confidence, independence, inclusion and online safety.

Disability Equality and Active Citizenship training to help participants understand their rights and participate more actively in community life.

Opportunities to connect with local Disabled Persons’ Organisations (DPOs) and community activities.

If you want to get involved, please email [email protected] or [email protected] or call Mo (087 383 9796) or Pippa (087 477 0965)

Image of a poster advertising the project. It includes the Slogan "Nothing About Use Without Us". The headline reads: "Disabled People Connecting, Building Skills and Creating Change" It then says that Disabled People in the six border counties will; meet and connect with each other; Build digital skills and confidence; take part in training and peer activities; get involved in the local community; learn about our rights; share what matters to us; build a stronger collective voice for change. It also says "Come along and see where it leads" And gives the same contact details for Mo and Pippa listed above.

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20/10/2026

NAS is today launching an essential booklet setting out the vital role of the Independent Advocate in Assisted Decision-Making (ADM)-related advocacy work. The booklet entitled, ‘Information about the work of the NAS Advocate and the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act’, aims to deliver usef...

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