Often we are so anxious not to offend people with disabilities
that we become embarrassed or clumsy in our approach
and as a result avoid disability issues altogether.

Legislation in Ireland goes a long way to encourage and provide for positive action - it bolsters the modern case that 'disability' is now about rights and not about charity or an 'optional nice thing to do'. But the reality is that a lot more needs to be done as many barriers still exist for people with disabilities and these are typically caused by:

	Government's failure to recognise the rights of people with disabilities.
	Lack of knowledge and confidence about disability.
	An over-concern for being politically correct.
	Lack of awareness of disability.
	Negative attitudes.
	Absence of opportunity.
	A failure to appreciate how to make offices, shops and services into 'disability friendly' places.

Disability Awareness Training is open to everyone and offers an opportunity to explore disability related issues, share experiences and ask questions, for example “why am I no longer allowed to use the word ‘handicapped’?”, “how do I give directions to a blind person?”, “how can I run a group meeting and fully include a Deaf person?”

Focusing on the individual, not the disability.

Following a training session, participants will have increased their confidence working with colleagues, clients or customers with disabilities and will understand how they can remove barriers through their own practices and attitudes. By learning the appropriate and effective methods of  communication, participants will develop the skills nessessary to understand how the needs of people with disabilities can be met.

If you would like more information on any of the training services referred to on this website, you may click here for a contact form.