Being visually impaired all my life, I thought I knew all about the mobility and attitude problems faced by people with disabilities. Turns out, I don’t have a clue. It took a stint in a wheelchair for me to realise it. I may find steps a blur, but at least I can go down them. [...] Read more
A Conference on the Future Role of the European Union Structural Funds to Advance Community Living for Older People and People with Disabilities. Áras Moyola, National University of Ireland, Galway, Republic of Ireland. Irish Presidency of the EU urged to end the misuse of EU budget. As our Taoiseach and Tanaiste headed off to Brussels [...] Read more
For over 100 years, UCD School of Business has educated leaders that have shaped the practice of business around the world. Since 1991, the School has celebrated and recognised the business achievements and success of their graduates through the ‘Alumnus of the Year’ award. Last Friday, 19th April 2013 over 400 guests gathered at the [...] Read more
There was great excitement in the Kanchi office when the Fifth Quadrant Report on The Global Economics of Disability hit our emails last week. So I looked at my diary and slotted in some time to read the report today. Last year’s paper “The Emerging Giant” received a great response with The Economist publishing “The [...] Read more
Recruiters – Do you always get the best person for the job? What about when that person happens to have a disability? This inaugural session will examine inclusion throughout the recruitment process. We will cover everything from job specification and advertisement placement, through to the application, interview and selection processes. The workshop is designed to [...] Read more
