About Us

The National Institute for Intellectual Disability (NIID) has been established at Trinity College to promote the inclusion of people with intellectual disability and their families. Formally established in 1998 the Institute works to ensure that the basic human rights of people are upheld associated with access to:

• Appropriate education
• Employment
• Housing and social amenities
• Community participation
• Health Services

The NIID promotes lifelong learning for people with intellectual disability through:

• The Certificate in Contemporary Living, an inclusive education programme for students with intellectual disabilities
• Development and implementation of inclusive research practice
• Analysis and commentary on relevant legislation and policy
• Parent/family education
• Consultancy and partnership with service and advocacy agencies
• Public Education