Author: Sean Collins, Sofia Milici, Ursula Kearney Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition, meaning it relates to how a person’s brain is developed and processes information. Autism is described as a ‘spectrum’ because no two autistic people are the same. According…
Author: Douglas Danilo Junqueira By simply observing our older relatives at home, we can see how everyday tasks can become increasingly challenging at different stages of life. As we age, our mobility, strength, vision, and hearing often decline, raising the…
Author: Tyler Phillips It is estimated that between 15 to 20 percent of the world’s population is neurodiverse. This can mean that employees have nearly a 1 in 4 chances of having a neurodiversity such as Dyslexia, ADHD or Autism.…
Author: Sofia Milici An Expanding Market with Untapped Potential Accessible tourism is not a niche industry; it is a rapidly growing economic sector with vast untapped potential. Back in 2012, accessible tourism generated €352 billion in turnover across the European…
Author: Eoin O'Herlihy Most people when they think about accessible heritage buildings or sites think about access to the physical environment and the barriers faced by people with reduced mobility. Then the next thing they think about is the challenges…
Heritage buildings form part of the collective identity in our cities and societies. Their value cannot be defined only by their material aspects, but also by their historical significance. Article 30 in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of…
What will the future of the workplace look like? The World Economic Forum has released its Future of Jobs Report 2025. This article will provide the key data and information as it relates to the global industry and Ireland, as…
Is your organisation ready for the European Accessibility Act? This new EU directive will transform how services and products are made accessible across both digital and physical spaces. With compliance becoming mandatory from June 2025, it is essential to understand…
Public bodies in Ireland are legally required to appoint Access Officers under Section 26 of the Disability Act 2005. However, sometimes the role is still widely misunderstood and often under-resourced. Also, members of the public are unaware of the role…
In recognition of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), we’re sharing 5 quick, practical ways to make workplaces more accessible. Whether you're managing a public building, a corporate office, or a shared working space, small changes can have a big impact.…
