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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 to the World Health Organisation (WHO), autism can involve differences…
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 risk of domestic accidents if we don’t address the physical…
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. It is therefore imperative that employers strive to support and…
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 Union (EU). When multiplier effects are considered, this translated into…
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 faced in order to make the built environment accessible and…
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 Persons with Disabilities recognises the right of persons with disabilities…
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 well as connect findings from the report to the importance…
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 what the Act entails and how it may affect your…
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 of the Access Officer under the Disability Act 2005, and…
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. At OHAC, we believe accessibility should be embedded in every…
The European Accessibility Act (EAA) is a new directive that applies to the Member States of the European Union. It aims to ensure the (in-scope) services and products are accessible for all users by ensuring the internal market of the EU is regulated to include a Design for All approach.…
Lego has partnered with Hidden Disabilities Sunflower to promote awareness of hidden disabilities by introducing characters wearing sunflower lanyards across multiple sets. The sunflower lanyard is recognised globally as a discreet symbol indicating that someone has a hidden disability. This initiative builds on Lego’s ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion,…
