Wexford DPO - Disabled Persons' Organisation

Wexford DPO - Disabled Persons' Organisation Disabled people in Wexford (Ireland) working together to advocate for the rights of disabled people

Definition DayUNCRPD Core Principles – Respect and InclusionThe Convention is built on several key principles that gover...
28/04/2026

Definition Day

UNCRPD Core Principles – Respect and Inclusion
The Convention is built on several key principles that governments and public bodies must follow.

A core principle is Respect, meaning every person has equal worth and the freedom to make their own decisions.

Another is Non-discrimination, which states that disabled people must never be treated worse or excluded from work, education, or social life because of their disability.

Other principles include Accessibility, Equality of Opportunity, and Participation and Inclusion.

Definition DayDefining Disability – The Social ModelThe UNCRPD is based on the ‘social model’ of disability . This model...
22/04/2026

Definition Day

Defining Disability – The Social Model
The UNCRPD is based on the ‘social model’ of disability . This model recognises that people with impairments are excluded by barriers created by society, such as inaccessible services, the built environment, or prejudice and stigma. Under this model, it is these external obstacles—rather than the impairment itself—that disable an individual. These barriers can also change over time for each person

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Definition DayWhat is the UNCRPD?The United Nations Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities (UNCRPD) is an ...
15/04/2026

Definition Day

What is the UNCRPD?
The United Nations Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities (UNCRPD) is an international agreement designed to promote, protect, and ensure the full and equal enjoyment of all human rights for disabled people. It recognises that everyone is equal and that disabled people have the same rights as everyone else to freedom, respect, and dignity.
The Convention was created because disabled people’s human rights are often not respected, and they face many barriers to inclusion in society.

https://www.ohchr.org/en/instruments-mechanisms/instruments/convention-rights-persons-disabilities

At Wexford D.P.O. (Disabled Persons Organisation), webelieve in one core principle: NOTHING ABOUT USWITHOUT US.We are a ...
14/04/2026

At Wexford D.P.O. (Disabled Persons Organisation), we
believe in one core principle: NOTHING ABOUT US
WITHOUT US.

We are a group dedicated to collective advocacy,
ensuring that the voices of disabled people in Wexford
are at the heart of the decisions that affect our lives.
We are proud to work together towards a more
inclusive society.

Ready to make a difference? Join us today and make
your voice heard!

🔗 Click the link in our bio to sign up and become a
member. https://tinyurl.com/wexforddpo


Together, we are stronger. 🤝At Wexford D.P.O. (Disabled Persons Organisation), we believe in one core principle: NOTHING...
06/04/2026

Together, we are stronger. 🤝

At Wexford D.P.O. (Disabled Persons Organisation), we believe in one core principle: NOTHING ABOUT US WITHOUT US.

We are a group dedicated to collective advocacy, ensuring that the voices of disabled people in Wexford are at the heart of the decisions that affect our lives. We are proud to work together towards a more inclusive society.

Ready to make a difference? Join us today and make your voice heard!

🔗 Click the link in our bio to sign up and become a member. https://tinyurl.com/wexforddpo

Definition Day Person-first language A person you can vote for to be your elected representative. For example 'person wi...
01/04/2026

Definition Day

Person-first language

A person you can vote for to be your elected representative. For example 'person with disabilities' instead of 'disabled person'. Contrast with identity-first language.

Social Inclusion ForumMembers of Wexford Disabled Persons Organisation attended a Social Inclusion Forum preparatory wor...
26/03/2026

Social Inclusion Forum
Members of Wexford Disabled Persons Organisation attended a Social Inclusion Forum preparatory workshop delivered by Community Work Ireland and the European Anti Poverty Network.
It was a valuable morning of discussion and exchange with community development groups across County Wexford, focusing on poverty and social inclusion.
Group discussions explored key social issues, including the barriers disabled people face, alongside practical solutions to build a more inclusive society.
Thank you to the organisers for creating the space to come together, share experiences, and strengthen collective understanding.
County Wexford PPN
IMAGE: Left to right, Ruth Fitzmaurice, Wexford DPO Chairperson, Clare Daly EAPN, Wexford DPO Vice Secretary Hannah Thorpe and EAPN Director and ILMI Board member, James Casey

Definition Day Self-advocateA disabled person, particularly one with an intellectual disability, who advocates for thems...
25/03/2026

Definition Day

Self-advocate

A disabled person, particularly one with an intellectual disability, who advocates for themselves and takes an active role in speaking up about what is important to them

Definition Day Social Model of Disability: A framework that defines disability as a social construct, where people with ...
18/03/2026

Definition Day

Social Model of Disability: A framework that defines disability as a social construct, where people with impairments are disabled by barriers in society.

Definition Day UN CONVENTION ON THE RIGHTS OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIESIt is an international agreement between particip...
18/03/2026

Definition Day

UN CONVENTION ON THE RIGHTS OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

It is an international agreement between participating countries that undertakes to respect and promote
the provisions of the treaty and recognizes the competence of the international treaty body (here: the UN
Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities) to consider the national situation.
The purpose of the Convention is to promote, protect, and ensure the full and equal enjoyment by all
persons with disabilities of all human rights and fundamental freedoms and respect for their dignity. The
Convention is based on the principles of a human rights approach (Rights-Based Approach in
Disability).

16/03/2026

Calling All Disabled People in Tipperary!

Tipperary DPO

Tipperary Disabled Persons Organisation are holding their first Annual General Meeting and all members are invited to attend.

The meeting will take place on Wednesday 18th March from 1pm to 4pm in the Boardroom at Technological University of the Shannon, Thurles campus.

The afternoon will begin with an open information session for non members, followed by an opening address from Nicola Meacle, ILMI Community Development Worker. Fiona Weldon, ILMI Capacity Development Officer, will also speak about her journey as a disability activist and why she views the world through the lens of the social model of disability.

Members will then come together to ratify the Tipperary DPO constitution and elect officers.

This is an important milestone for disabled people organising together locally and building the collective voice of the Independent Living movement in Tipperary.

For any queries please contact: tipperarydpo@gmail.com address or ring/text 087 7189237



IMAGE: Poster announcing the Tipperary Disabled Persons Organisation first Annual General Meeting on 18 March 2026 from 1pm to 4pm at TUS Thurles with event agenda and ILMI partner logos.

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