Trinity DisAbility Service 25th Year Anniversary

Welcome to the 25th anniversary of Trinity College Dublin's DisAbility Service, marking a quarter-century of dedication to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for students with disabilities. Since its establishment in 2000, the service has played a pivotal role in transforming Trinity into a leader in accessibility, ensuring every student can fully participate in college life and achieve their academic and personal goals.

🌟 Celebrating 25 Years of Accessibility and Inclusion at Trinity College Dublin

πŸ“… 2025 marks 25 years of empowering students, fostering inclusion, and advancing accessibility in higher education. This milestone is an opportunity to reflect on our achievements, engage our community, and set a vision for the future.

πŸ“… Year-Long Celebration Schedule

πŸ’‘ All events are clickable for more details & registration!

Month

Event

πŸ“ Location & Details

January

Access Earth Event (with Microsoft France)

πŸ“ Trinity Campus, January 15

February

Hybrid AuDHD Research Seminar (Exploring neurodiversity)

πŸ“ Online & In-Person, February 27

March

Christy Nolan Event (Celebrating creativity & disability)

πŸ“ TCD Library, Date TBA

April

Bristol Case Seminar (Impact on Irish Higher Education)

πŸ“ Academic Registry, April 4

May

Christy Nolan "Perseverance Through Words" Creative Competition & Celebration

πŸ“The Old Library - The Long Room Building, May 6

June

EAN2025 - Inclusion by Design - European Access Network Conference

Abstract

University of Limerick June 16-19 2025

June

CHAT@Trinity: Access to STEM: AT supporting Inclusive Classrooms   

An Mheitheal, Printing House Square, Trinity College - 6 Jun 2025 14:00 - 15:30 

June

Collaborate 2025

Abstract

Munster Technological University June 18-20, 2025

June

International Health Promoting Campuses Conference

Abstract

University of Limerick June 16-19 2025

September

The Occupational Therapy Approach in Trinity College Dublin – Past, Present and Future

πŸ“ TCD Library, September 30

October

October – 25th anniversary headline event and booklet launch

πŸ“venue TBC, 14th October

October

Berkeley University seminar on inclusive higher ed for staff with disabilities October 2025

Abstract

πŸ“Online, October 2025

December December – Disability Awareness Week 2025

πŸ“ December 1st – 5th

πŸ“’ Click an event for more details & registration!


β™Ώ Disability Awareness Week 2025 – December 1st – 5th

πŸ“… This year’s Awareness Week will be bigger than ever!

✨ Key Highlights:
βœ… Workshops on Universal Design & Inclusive Practices
βœ… Panels with high-profile speakers & Trinity alumni
βœ… Interactive sessions to engage students & staff

πŸ“’ Stay tuned for the full agenda!


🀝 Get Involved!

βœ… Join Our Events πŸ“…
βœ… Contribute to the Time Capsule βœ‰οΈ
βœ… Support the Accessibility Fund πŸ’°
βœ… Follow Us for Updates πŸ“’

πŸ“© For more info, email us at askds@tcd.ie.

πŸŽ‰ Together, let’s celebrate 25 years of inclusion and inspire the next generation!