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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

The CDLP is the only place where you will be surrounded by people from all around the world & exploring issues at the heart of disability rights and justice -@nifhla.bsky.social Apply now for our LLM in International and Comparative Disability Law and Policy. More info: tinyurl.com/4ybuknvt

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Thank you to everyone that attended #17thDSS and made it such a success. We have had an excellent three days of reflection, discussion and engagement. It would not have been possible without you all. We wish everyone a safe journey home & hope we can welcome you back to Galway again soon!

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

A lovely sunny lunchtime at the 17th International Disability Law Summer School. We are all hoping it stays like this for our BBQ later.

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Today at #17thDSS we reflect on missed opportunities in the UNCRPD, adapting to emerging challenges and consider the UNCRPD in conversation with other human rights instruments.

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

A warm welcome to all our speakers and attendees in person and online as we open Day 1 of our 17th International Disability Law Summer School at CDLP in Galway. The theme this year is "The UNCRPD 20 Years On: New Horizons and Emerging Challenges". We'll be posting on #17thDSS for the next 3 days.

Printed programme for #17thDSS. The programme has a pink cover and features an arrow moving from left to right, representing a timeline. At intervals along the arrow, there are photos of disability activists and advocates, showing events related to the timeline of the CRPD. Text on the programmes reads: The UNCRPD 20 Years On: New Horizons and Emerging Challenges. The 17th International Disability Law Summer School. 15-17 June.

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

Register for the Postgrad Open Evening on Tues 11/11 from 4-6pm to meet the LLM in International and Comparative Disability Law and Policy Programme Director and find out more about studying at the CDLP. www.ticketsource.com/universityof...

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

This week we are delighted to welcome a new cohort of students to our LLM in International and Comparative Disability Law and Policy. We wish them and our returning part time students all the best for the year ahead. #univerityofgalway #law #disabilityrights #humanrights

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

Dr Charles O’Mahony and Fiona McNulty are conducting a national survey on Mate Crime and Disability and they invite you to have your say! The survey is part of the LIFT Project – Living Independently & Free from Targeted Abuse. More info: www.universityofgalway.ie/business-pub...

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

Best of luck to all Leaving Cert students receiving your results today! For those considering a future in Law, we’d love to welcome you to University of Galway. Remember: results are just one step on your journey, and there are always many paths to success. #UniversityOfGalway #GalwayLaw

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Day 2 of the 16th International Disability Law Summer School explored Race and Gender, The New Era of Eugenics and Challenges Exacerbated by COVID-19. It featured speakers from Argentina, Poland, Ireland, UK, Lithuania, Japan, Australia, Canada, Iran and Kenya. #16thDSS

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Eilís they/them @eilymay.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

Delighted to be volunteering at summer school again this year. One of my favourite crip spaces. Already had an extraordinary keynote by Talila A Lewis, whose oration had me enthralled. #16thDSS

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

And we are off! The 16th International Disability Law Summer School is underway. We are looking forward to a very busy and interesting 3 day event exploring Disabled Activism in an Age of Far-Right Resurgence. You can access a full copy of our programme here cdlp.clr.events/attachment/6....

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

The countdown is on! We look forward to welcoming participants and speakers from over 30 countries to our 16th International Disability Law Summer School next Mon 16 June. The theme this year is "Disabled Activism in an Age of Far-Right Resurgence". Find out more at cdlp.clr.events/event/137746

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

The full draft programme for the 16th International Disability Law Summer School is now available on our website. Last chance to register. Don't miss out on your chance to join us in-person or online at #16thDSS. cdlp.clr.events/event/137746...

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16th International Disability Law Summer School

Register Below The Centre for Disability Law and Policy (CDLP) at University of Galway is pleased to announce the return of our International Disability Law Summer School from Monday 16th to Wednesday...

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

On the first day of #16thDSS Sofía Minieri of @WomenEnabled will join us to discuss her work with feminists with disabilities on a panel exploring how to use the CRPD in Disability Rights Activism. More info: cdlp.clr.events/event/137746

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

We are working with colleagues across the Institute for Lifecourse and Society today for an event on 'Public Engagement for Better Policy'. Later this morning our own @eilionoirflynn.bsky.social will join a panel with colleagues from Creative Ireland, Children's Rights Alliance, the NESC & LGMA

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

We are delighted that Dom Kelly of @newdisabledsouth.org will join us at our 16th International Disability Law Summer School #16thDSS to discuss the limits of the human rights approach against far-right movements. Registration and more info: cdlp.clr.events/event/137746

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Talila A. Lewis, Esq. @talilalewis.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Friends, I’m keynoting @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social’s #16thDSS themed “Disabled Activism in the Age of Far-Right Resurgence”. Offerings: more abt me; recitations; my updated ableism definition; warn re racialized-eugenecist disinfo+technofascism, more More info+rsvp: cdlp.clr.events/event/137746

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

We are delighted to announce that the response to our keynote presenter, @talilalewis.bsky.social at #16thDSS will be provided by mad/disability rights activist and co-founder of Mad Thinking @halberto1980.bsky.social Find out more or register now at cdlp.clr.events/event/137746

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

A number of our PhD Candidates & staff incl. @clionadebh.bsky.social, @betaburns.bsky.social, Amanie Issa & Grace Barnes presented their work at the 17th NNDR Conference this week. Congratulations to them all. It is great to see the CDLP & @uniofgalwaylaw.bsky.social so well represented

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Clíona de Bhailís @clionadebh.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Delighted to attend the 17th NNDR Conference with so many of my @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social colleagues this week including @betaburns.bsky.social. Looking forward to presenting some preliminary findings from my @researchireland.ie funded postdoc research here tomorrow as well. #NNDR2025

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

Are you working on a submission for Ireland's List of Issues to the UNCRPD Committee? Last chance to apply to join us in Galway for a 2 day workshop (19th & 20th June). The deadline is tomorrow - Thursday 8th of May. More info: cdlp.clr.events/event/138038

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Getting to Grips with the UNCRPD

The Centre for Disability Law and Policy (CDLP) is hosting a closed workshop for Irish organisations who intend to prepare a submission for the UNCRPD Committee List of Issues for Ireland. The worksho...

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

The deadline for expressions of interest for our closed workshop on the UNCRPD List of Issues for Ireland in 2025 is next Thursday 8th May. Find out more: cdlp.clr.events/event/138038

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

Early bird registration rates for our 16th International Disability Law Summer School #16thDSS end this Wednesday (30/04). Don't miss out! Join us for what promises to be an excellent 3 day programme exploring Disabled Activism in an Age of Far-Right Resurgence. cdlp.clr.events/event/137746

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

We are holding a closed workshop to support organisations developing a submission for the UNCRPD Committee List of Issues for Ireland in 2025. Deadline for expressions of interest: 8/05 Workshop: 19 & 20/06 @uniofgalway.bsky.social More info: cdlp.clr.events/event/138038

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

We are delighted to announce that @talilalewis.bsky.social will be the keynote presenter at our 16th International Disability Law Summer School. This year’s theme is Disabled Activism in an Age of Far-Right Resurgence. Early bird rates until 30/04. More info cdlp.clr.events/event/137746

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

Last chance to register for our webinar this Thursday (10/04) on how to take part in Ireland's reporting to the UNCRPD Committee this year. We are running this with the DPO Network and IHREC and this webinar is open to both individuals and organisations www.eventbrite.ie/e/getting-to...

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Getting to Grips with the UNCRPD: Reporting Process for Ireland in 2025

Learn how to navigate the UNCRPD reporting process for Ireland in 2025 in this online event - Getting to Grips with the UNCRPD!

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Some of us here at the CDLP are very sorry to be missing #GDS2025 but we are looking forward to welcoming disability activists, academics & researchers to Galway for the 16th International Disability Law Summer School #16thDSS in June. Don't miss out! cdlp.clr.events/event/137746

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Join us, the DPO Network, @ihrec.bsky.social to learn how to influence what the Irish government will be asked about its work on disability rights by the UNCRPD Committee this year. Date: 10/4/25 Time: 10 am – 12 noon Format: Zoom Webinar Registration & more info www.eventbrite.ie/e/getting-to...

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Clíona de Bhailís @clionadebh.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Now including people up to the age of 35! Young people, age 16 - 35, who are non-speaking, sometimes speaking communicate differently and their supporters, I'm interested in hearing from you for my @researchireland.bsky.social funded project. #LoveIrishResearch #SupportedDecisionMaking #ADMCA

Poster the University of Galway and Research Ireland logos. The poster has a series of questions with pictures beside each answer. The text reads. Young people who are non-speaking, sometimes speaking or communicate differently and research on the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act.
Who can take part? Young people who are non-speaking, sometimes speaking or communicate differently aged from 16 to 35 years and their supporters can take part. They should have made or be getting ready to make a support agreement under the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015. What will people taking part have to do? People taking part in this research will have to tell Clíona things like who helps them to make decisions, what role under the new law they picked, what was easy or hard about learning about it or getting it set up. How can I find out more? Contact Clíona at cliona.debhailis@universityofgalway.ie or 0860081153

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

Some spaces are still available on our upcoming training on the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act. This training is for those working with and supporting people affected by the Act. Upcoming dates in April & May 2025. More info: cdlp.clr.events/event/137257...

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

The call for abstracts deadline for the 16th International Disability Law Summer School #16thDSS is extended to Tuesday 25th of March. Submit your abstract today!

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

The @prepared2025.bsky.social Project Launch and Call for Proposals webinar is now available on the project's website. Apply now for a 3 year postdoc working on your own research in either Ireland, Portugal or Switzerland. Deadline for submissions: 16/04/25 preparedresearch.eu/call-for-pro...

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Reminder that our International Disability Summer School has a Call for Abstracts, open to researchers, practitioners, activists and academics - anyone with something to teach about Disabled Activism in an Age of Far-Right Resurgence. We also have a small number of scholarships available #16thDSS

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

Don't miss out on the call for abstracts and scholarship opportunities for the 16th International Disability Law Summer School #16thDSS Closing date: Tues 18th March. Apply and find out more at this link: clr.ie/137746

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

Still time to register for the launch of @prepared2025.bsky.social, an EU co-funded project led by CDLP in partnership with with Swiss Paraplegic Research (SPF) and ISCSP-ULisboa, with employment opportunities for 6 postdoctoral researchers. Join for more info. #Disability #Research

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

The CDLP is excited to announce the launch of our EU co-funded PREPARED project and invites you to a webinar with details of our European partners, 6 postdoc opportunities to address urgent global challenges, and our call for proposals. Follow @prepared2025.bsky.social & join us Wed 5th March!

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

The full report of 'Disability, Diversity and Identity in Ireland's Local and European Elections 2024' is available in pdf, word, and Easy Read on our website. #LE24 #GE24 #SpéirGorm #Ireland #IrelandElects #VoteIE #DisabilityJustice www.universityofgalway.ie/centre-disab...

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

We are currently taking part in the launch of "Disability, Diversity and Identity in the Irish Local Elections 2024", a collaboration between the University of Galway, Trinity College Dublin, and funded by the NDA. Read about our research here: www.irishtimes.com/politics/202...

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Disabled people wanting to go into politics are hindered by cost, negative attitudes and even fear of violence

Political parties urged to consider greater diversity when proposing candidates for election and co-option

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Lisa Fenwick @lisafenwick.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

Looking forward to the online launch. We need more people with lived experience in all areas of government including local, national, Senate, and European.

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

There is still time to register for the online launch event on Feb 25th of the NDA report on disability, diversity and identity in Ireland's Local & EU elections by @aoifeprice.bsky.social, Vivian Rath & @eilionoirflynn.bsky.social. See quoted post for details. #DisabilityJustice #LE24 #SpeirGorm

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Eilís they/them @eilymay.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Registration is open for this year's Disability Summer School in Galway. This year's theme: Disabled Activism in an Age of Far-Right Resurgence. Come join us in figuring out how to secure the rights of disabled people at this critical moment. #DisabilityJustice #DisabledActivism

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

We are excited to announce that registration & call for abstracts are open for the 16th International Disability Law Summer School #16thDSS Theme: Disabled Activism in an Age of Far-Right Resurgence When: 16-18 June 2025 Where: Online & In-Person @uniofgalway Early bird & more: clr.ie/137746

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

Join us on Feb 25th for the launch of a report on getting diverse election candidates elected in Ireland. The report was written by @aoifeprice.bsky.social, Vivian Rath and @eilionoirflynn.bsky.social and funded by the National Disability Authority. Register here: www.eventbrite.ie/e/disability...

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Disability Diversity in Ireland’s Local and European Elections 2024

Let's talk about how candidates in Ireland's elections can better represent disabled communities in both local and European politics in 2024

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Centre for Disability Law and Policy @uniofgalwaycdlp.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

The Centre for Disability Law and Policy at University of Galway is on Bluesky! Please follow as we (re)find our community of activists, academics, advocates and allies. We'll be sharing details of research, events, International Summer School and much more!

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