Useful Links from Ireland
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Disability Federation of Ireland (DFI) Disability Federation of Ireland (DFI) is the national support organisation and advocate for voluntary disability organisations in Ireland who provide services to people with disabilities. |
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Inclusion Ireland Inclusion Ireland is a national voluntary organisation working to promote the rights of people with an intellectual disability in Ireland to ensure their full and equal participation in society. |
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Irish Learning Support Association (ILSA) ILSA is the fourth largest teacher organisation in the country and functions as a self-help peer support group. |
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Irish Primary Principals' Network (IPPN) The Irish Primary Principals' Network (IPPN) is an independent, professional association of school leaders established in 2000. Some excellent articles in the news section. |
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National Council for Special Education (NCSE) The NCSE is a statutory body established to improve the delivery of education services to persons with special educational needs. The website features information for parents and schools, in addition to research carried out by the NCSE. |
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National Disability Authority (NDA) NDA is the lead state agency on disability issues and universal design, providing independent expert advice to the Government on policy and practice. |
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Special Education Support Service (SESS) The role of the Special Education Support Service is to enhance the quality of learning and teaching in relation to special education provision. Site contains very useful links, documents and resources related to SEN provision. |
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Special Needs Parents Association (SNPA) The Special Needs Parents Association is a national parent-run organisation which provides support and information for families who have children with disabilities and special needs. |
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The Irish Association of Teachers in Special Education (iatse) IATSE is a voluntary organisation offering a forum for teachers working in the area of special education. The website features news, conference details, information on relevant courses and resources, and links to the association's biannual journal REACH. |








