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AHEAD is an independent non-profit organisation. Website - www.ahead.ie
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We work with and for disabled people to shape inclusive and empowering environments in tertiary education and employment. AHEAD is a national centre of expertise in inclusive practices for education & employment. AHEAD, is an independent non-profit organisation working to promote full access to and participation in further and higher education for students with disabilities and to enhance their employment prospects on graduation. AHEAD provides information to students and graduates with disabilities, teachers, guidance counsellors and parents on disability issues in education. AHEAD works with graduates and employers through the GET AHEAD Graduate Forum and the WAM Mentored Work Placement Programme. AHEAD coordinates LINK an Erasmus funded network of organisations promoting the inclusion of students & graduates with disabilities within the EU.

14/04/2026

Great news! The submission deadline for GATHER 2026 has been extended another 2 weeks until 30th April!

If you have any Assistive Technology insights, research, or experiences to share, now’s your chance to get involved.

• New submission deadline: 30th April 2026
• We’re actively seeking contributors in any field related to Assistive Technology
• Registration to attend is also open, secure your FREE space now!

To find out more and submit or register, go to our website at: https://buff.ly/3s5Dcmn

10/04/2026

Looking to take the next step in your career?

Building the Future is AHEAD’s careers event for students and graduates with disabilities, taking place on May 27th in Dublin City. The event offers the opportunity to connect directly with inclusive employers, explore live job opportunities and access practical career support.

On the day, you’ll have access to mock interviews, CV clinics and a free professional headshot, plus a goodie bag on arrival.

Tickets are free, but registration is required! You can register today at: buff.ly/AgvgBHk

03/04/2026

Do you work as an educator or support staff in further or higher education, including adult or community education? We're holding an online information session on April 23rd to update you on our employment projects which benefit students and graduates with disabilities.

The session will cover;

WAM Programme: AHEAD’s work placement programme for graduates with disabilities.

GetAHEAD Programme: GetAHEAD works to upskill graduates with disabilities through events, blogs and resources.

Building the Future: AHEAD’s annual careers event for students and graduates with disabilities taking place this year in Dublin City on May 27th.

There will be space for any questions you may have about our programmes. Sign up now! - https://buff.ly/cKY3UrF

03/04/2026

Disclosing a disability at work can be daunting. Not sure where to start? Our next online workshop provides guidance and simple actionable steps to support navigating disclosure in the workplace.

When: Wednesday, 29th April from 12pm – 1pm
Where: Online via Zoom

In this session we'll break down what disclosure actually means, why it’s such a personal decision, and how to think about it in the context of your rights, workplace conversations, and supports. The workshop includes practical tips and examples to help you think through your own situation, along with an overview of reasonable accommodations and your rights at work.

Register today: https://buff.ly/Lgnwzpx

31/03/2026

Join our team 😎 If you have administrative experience and an interest in supporting inclusive employment placements and projects, this could be for you. Applications are welcomed until April 6th - https://buff.ly/Xjt9r5v

31/03/2026

Signal boost! Share and help spread the word about our exciting event which serves as a dedicated space to explore, connect and share lived experiences with fellow learners and students with disabilities, Power of Disability! This is an event for students, by students run in partnership with Aontas na Mac Léinn in Éirinn. Coming up on Saturday April 11th our online programme will run from 10:30 to 13:30.

Here's a flavour of what we've got planned;

Attendees will hear from advocate and former Students with Disabilities Advisory Group Member Leesa Flynn for our keynote speech.

Get to grips with graduate careers with our talk from Alice Hartigan, a member of our employment team WAM.

Gain insights from our Students with Disabilities Advisory Group as they discuss their experiences navigating college life.

Hear (and share) tips for academic success with our lightning talk presenters!

This event is for all learners and students with disabilities in further or higher education, including postgraduate students. We welcome student union officers, class representatives or presidents, clubs and societies representatives or officers, and beyond to register too! Our in-person tickets are sold out, but there's plenty of online tickets ready to be snapped up here for free - https://buff.ly/sexIwdX

27/03/2026

School placements in Initial Teacher Education continue to challenge equitable and inclusive experiences for disabled students, read how from policy to practice disabled students can be vulnerable through lack of joined up planning and placement support

School Placement, Agency and Partnership: Barriers to inclusion and opportunities for change in Initial Teacher Education - AHEAD. Read more at: https://buff.ly/o50RRuT

We'll be sharing weekly highlights from the latest issue of the AHEAD Journal. Follow along to see showcases and stories of inclusive education and employment practices. Explore Issue 19 - Out now: https://buff.ly/7FeNxyt

26/03/2026

We’re still buzzing after wrapping up ALTITUDE Summit last week but now it’s time for what’s next.

Submissions are officially OPEN for GATHER 2026, our FREE 3-day online event (19–21 May) all about Assistive Technology (AT) and its impact on student and learner success.

We’re looking for fresh ideas, real experiences, and practical insights—from short talks and panels to interactive sessions. Whether you’re an educator, student, or AT professional, we want to hear from you!

Got something to share? Send us your proposal and be part of the conversation.

Find submission details, session formats, and how to register via the link: https://buff.ly/wcVNhrX

25/03/2026

1 week left to apply - work opportunity for a graduate with a disability

Guidewire are recruiting for an Employee Experience Intern for a 6 month duration.

The successful candidate will work on different projects across employee experience, inclusion & belonging, corporate volunteering, onboarding and internal communications. You’ll combine administrative capability with stakeholder engagement to build clarity, trust, and momentum across a global workforce.

The role will be based in Blanchardstown, Dublin 15 with hybrid working arrangements available.

NFQ Level 7 is required in Commerce, Communications, Psychology or similar field.

Apply before 12pm, 1st April 2026 by going to this link https://buff.ly/tAJlSjl

24/03/2026

Application deadline extended to April 6th!

AHEAD is looking for a Project Officer to support our employment programme for disabled graduates.

The WAM Project Officer will work with and support employers in the recruitment of WAM placements, build systems to manage disability in the workplace and to assess the support and workplace accommodation needs of graduates with disabilities throughout work placements.

Successful applicants will have a minimum 2 years experience in an administrative role or a relevant 3rd level qualification. We operate a hybrid model (1-2 days at our offices in Blackrock, the rest of the week from home).

More information or apply here - https://buff.ly/FQyFlCP

20/03/2026

Ready for Day 2 of the ALTITUDE Summit?! Our hybrid programme takes off from 9:30am and will include messages from AHEAD, a warm welcome from Dr Louise Callinan of the Higher Education Authority, a presentation from Dr Richard Healy contextualising the urgency of a national approach to universal design, an update on the ALTITUDE Charter and a celebration of new adopters. Then we'll split into different zones to hear contributions from across the tertiary education sector! In the afternoon we'll hear international perspectives from a consortium of seven European universities and organisations in Czech Republic, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, and Spain. We'll get an exploration of 3 AI tools with potential to support multiple means of engagement. And we'll hear from the Students with Disabilities Advisory Group (SwDAG) we co-chair with AMLÉ.

Slides are available on our conference website alongside all programme details and timings for the day - https://buff.ly/23XYg1a

19/03/2026

We've partnered with Guidewire to offer one job opportunity exclusively for applicants with disabilities, specific learning difficulties, mental health difficulties or neurodivergence & beyond.

Based in Blanchardstown, Dublin with hybrid working available. This role will run for 6 months from June to November 2026.

Applications close April 3rd 2026. More information or apply here - https://buff.ly/tAJlSjl

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http://www.ahead.ie/

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