Invisibles of Trinty – Part II Having a disability can be annoying, but so too can waking up at 2 am for a 6 am flight. However, when the Ryanair trumpets play and you look out to see the sparkling… Continue Reading →
Invisibles of Trinity – Part I When I first came to university, I was too shy to ask for help. I knew the Disability Service was there to aid with reasonable accommodations during exam time but I did not know what… Continue Reading →
On May 12th 2022 the Trinity Ability co_op were awarded Equality Campaign of the Year for the Towards Inclusive Clubs and Societies Project at the USI Student Achievement Awards. We were delighted to be nominated alongside other Trinity students for… Continue Reading →
The Towards Inclusive Clubs and Societies Project is now known as the Inclusive Student Life Project. This change reflects new efforts to reach all student organisations that receive the capitation fund (student fees). This includes clubs, societies, Trinity Publications and… Continue Reading →
On the 16th March 2022 the CSC Society of the Year Awards 2022 took place in Clontarf Castle Hotel. These awards take place each year to reward society committees for their work during the year. This year, the Disability Inclusion… Continue Reading →
As part of the HEA’s National Access Plan consultation process we submitted our response. This was compiled based on feedback received as part of a survey to all disabled students and focus groups. Here are some of the key points… Continue Reading →
Moria Crowley Being hard of hearing means I spent a lot of my growing up in an unintentional bubble. I was obsessed with reading and could easily disappear into other worlds and experience a great many things but one that… Continue Reading →
Sarah R With Attention Deficit Disorder, it’s challenging because I am perceiving and processing the world in an entirely different way, which is invisible to others. Because you present as a woman without an obvious disability, people tend to expect… Continue Reading →
Jani Wiggins I didn’t always identify as someone with a disability. I was able-bodied for 15 years of my life. Most people would declare it a curse, to have this perspective, but I see it as a gift. I feel… Continue Reading →
Carla Walker Hi my name is Carla! I have type one diabetes and hydrocephalus. It can be really hard to carry out daily tasks with fluctuating blood sugar levels, and a constant daily headache. Often I find myself viewed as… Continue Reading →