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A Clare based DPO working towards justice and equality for everyone based on the philosophy of IL, rights not charity and nothing about us without us

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Clare Leader Forum@LeaderClare
24 Dec 2025
Friends, a stunning video just sent to us from Grey Heron 3rd of Dec, launched clareleaderforum.ie (fundeded by SICAP, CLDC), honoured comrades passed and celebrated the incredible, amazing Comrade. Closed captions, click 3 dots top right.  vimeo.com/1149063400/2924b02…

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The Clare Leader Forum is a Disabled Persons Organisation (DPO) run by Disabled People for Disabled People in County Clare.

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Cost of disability is an addition to the cost of living, article published in the @ClareChampion written by @Flanagan4Seanad
A full article on the cost of disability, overview of the summit, and the policy position, written by Ann Marie Flanagan. Photo of Ann Marie also.

ALT A full article on the cost of disability, overview of the summit, and the policy position, written by Ann Marie Flanagan. Photo of Ann Marie also.
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Ann Marie Flanagan
@Flanagan4Seanad
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Thank you @ClareChampion for publishing my opinion piece on the urgency of a Cost of Disability
Article in Clare Champion about Cost of Disability

ALT Article in Clare Champion about Cost of Disability

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We want to see as many people as possible to attend this event so we can make a collective detailed submission on how we believe cost of disability payment should be provided. #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs @ClareEcho @ClareFM @theclareherald @ClareChampion @clare_ppn @IrishWheelchair
Have your say, here in Clare, cost of disability consultation event Clare Leader Forum and Clare PPN 10:30 - 1pm, Monday 23rd March, Scout Hall, Clonroad Beg, Ennis

ALT Have your say, here in Clare, cost of disability consultation event Clare Leader Forum and Clare PPN 10:30 - 1pm, Monday 23rd March, Scout Hall, Clonroad Beg, Ennis
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We call and the government to please provide an emergency cost of disability of at least €400. This needs to be paid both as a tax credit and a payment through social welfare. @JoeCooneyTD @timmydooley @Donnamcgettigan @CathalCroweTD please continue to support & advocate for us
DFI@DisabilityFed
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Replying to @DisabilityFed
@MichealMartinTD @SimonHarrisTD @daracalleary @NormaFoleyTD1
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Together we are stronger #EmergencyCostofDisabilityNow @ClareEcho @ClareFM @ClareChampion @thejournal_ie @IrishTimes @Independent_ie @DisabilityFed
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We will be there in force! #EconomicJustice #RightsNotCharity
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Book your place eventbrite.ie/e/people-power…
People Power Disabled Activism and Allyship in Driving Change, Inclusion & Equality National Conference Keynote Speakers: Siobhhan O'Donoghue, Director and Co-founder of Uplift - Role & importance of Allies Joan Carthy, National Advocacy Manager, IWA - Cost of Disability and Implementing the National Disability Human Rights Strategy Fireside Conversation - Host, Julie Helen Avril Graham, Mayo; Jack Callinan, Galway; Fionn Angus, Clare, Joan McDonald; Dublin/Clare Discussion on the importance of grass roots activism Honouring Past Activists Official Launch of Clare Leader Forum website Elected Representatives' and Allies' Reflections and Commitments Music, tea and coffee and informal conversation International day of persons with disabilities Wednesday 3rd of December at the Temple Gate Hotel, Ennis 11 am to 2 pm RSVP 15 December email: clareleaderforum@gmail.com Nothing About Us Without Us ISL

ALT People Power Disabled Activism and Allyship in Driving Change, Inclusion & Equality National Conference Keynote Speakers: Siobhhan O'Donoghue, Director and Co-founder of Uplift - Role & importance of Allies Joan Carthy, National Advocacy Manager, IWA - Cost of Disability and Implementing the National Disability Human Rights Strategy Fireside Conversation - Host, Julie Helen Avril Graham, Mayo; Jack Callinan, Galway; Fionn Angus, Clare, Joan McDonald; Dublin/Clare Discussion on the importance of grass roots activism Honouring Past Activists Official Launch of Clare Leader Forum website Elected Representatives' and Allies' Reflections and Commitments Music, tea and coffee and informal conversation International day of persons with disabilities Wednesday 3rd of December at the Temple Gate Hotel, Ennis 11 am to 2 pm RSVP 15 December email: clareleaderforum@gmail.com Nothing About Us Without Us ISL
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Please come along 11am 3rd Dec, share with everyone. We want to fill the room. We’re hoping our wonderful president will open the conference. An incredible lineup of national speakers, launch of our website, remembering past activists #DisabledActivism #AlliesAndPartners
People Power Disabled Activism and Allyship in Driving Change, Inclusion & Equality National Conference Keynote Speakers: Siobhhan O'Donoghue, Director and Co-founder of Uplift - Role & importance of Allies Joan Carthy, National Advocacy Manager, IWA - Cost of Disability and Implementing the National Disability Human Rights Strategy Fireside Conversation - Host, Julie Helen Avril Graham, Mayo; Jack Callinan, Galway; Fionn Angus, Clare, Joan McDonald; Dublin/Clare Discussion on the importance of grass roots activism Honouring Past Activists Official Launch of Clare Leader Forum website Elected Representatives' and Allies' Reflections and Commitments Music, tea and coffee and informal conversation International day of persons with disabilities Wednesday 3rd of December at the Temple Gate Hotel, Ennis 11 am to 2 pm RSVP 1" December email: clareleaderforum@gmail.com Invited special guest President of Ireland Uachtarán na hÉireann Catherine Connolly Nothing About Us Without Us

ALT People Power Disabled Activism and Allyship in Driving Change, Inclusion & Equality National Conference Keynote Speakers: Siobhhan O'Donoghue, Director and Co-founder of Uplift - Role & importance of Allies Joan Carthy, National Advocacy Manager, IWA - Cost of Disability and Implementing the National Disability Human Rights Strategy Fireside Conversation - Host, Julie Helen Avril Graham, Mayo; Jack Callinan, Galway; Fionn Angus, Clare, Joan McDonald; Dublin/Clare Discussion on the importance of grass roots activism Honouring Past Activists Official Launch of Clare Leader Forum website Elected Representatives' and Allies' Reflections and Commitments Music, tea and coffee and informal conversation International day of persons with disabilities Wednesday 3rd of December at the Temple Gate Hotel, Ennis 11 am to 2 pm RSVP 1" December email: clareleaderforum@gmail.com Invited special guest President of Ireland Uachtarán na hÉireann Catherine Connolly Nothing About Us Without Us

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@JoanneOR_Ox @Joan3103 @DisabilityFed @EnableIreland @Flanagan4Seanad @TomClonan @AccessForAll7 @Independent_ie @IrishTimes @Love1solidarity @emmawardjourno @IrishDeafSoc @DonnchaLaw @equalitynot42B @InclusionIre @lanauig_ @philipnolan1 @johncookeradio @GaaClare @clare_ppn
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Dying waiting for everything as disabled people! Housing, support to leave nursing homes, transport outside of cities, personal assistance services, the cost of disability allowance, our rights ….,
A skeleton sitting on a wheelchair beside a curb and assign beside it saying: died waiting for Accessible sidewalk

ALT A skeleton sitting on a wheelchair beside a curb and assign beside it saying: died waiting for Accessible sidewalk
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We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Catherine Connolly on becoming the 10th President of Ireland. We were honoured to meet her last Saturday, to present her with a copy of We Are Human Too, and to speak with her about the issues that shape our lives,
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particularly ableism and the urgent need to dismantle it. We were delighted to invite President Connolly to open our conference on the 3rd of December; People Power. We look forward to contributing to the Council of Disabled People, that will amplify the lived experiences of
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disabled people and help realise a truly rights-based Ireland. For now, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to President-elect and deep gratitude Catherine Connolly @catherinegalway @Flanagan4Seanad
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We are very much looking forward to welcoming Catherine Connolly back on the 3rd of December. A wonderful woman. @catherinegalway
Ann Marie Flanagan
@Flanagan4Seanad
19 Oct 2025
Vote 1 Catherine Connolly for President 24th October. youtube.com/shorts/wmxHpPSGS… via @YouTube
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An incredible and appreciative opportunity to meet Catherine Connolly president elect this evening. She truly understands, cares and will work with Disabled and Deaf people across the country. @catherinegalway. Thank you 🌈
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📅 Date for Your Diary Wednesday, 3rd December | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Join us on the Int Day of Disabled People ✨ Launch of our new website 🕯️ Celebration of our fallen comrades 💬 Discussion on the importance of grassroots movements and democracy More to follow @Flanagan4Seanad
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Hey everyone, next Wed 7:30pm, 17th Sept Corofin Hall, the Historical Society is celebrating 10-year of the Community Hall & screening the 1992 DPOC 10 Years On. We’d love to see the hall full. Please come along, bring a friend, and let’s celebrate together! @CorofinDrama
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@ClareFM @ClareChampion @CorofinGAA
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Human rights include the rights of disabled children.
Ann Marie Flanagan
@Flanagan4Seanad
15 Aug 2025
#JusticeForHarvey Harvey was only nine years old, the light and the love of his parents and family. A little boy whose smile impacted me and I never had the privilege of meeting him in person. He had his whole life ahead of him. Harvey waited years for a procedure to correct his scoliosis. He was cruelly taken off the waiting list without explanation. When the operation finally happened, heartbreakingly it was too late. Precious Harvey died shortly afterwards. Harvey is not just a name on a file. He is a cherished son, a beloved sibling, a child who deserved care, urgency, and dignity. Instead, he became the victim of a heartless system that continues to dehumanise disabled children and adults. What does it take in this country for political leadership to be held accountable? How many more children must die and be failed before those in power take responsibility? As a mother, I become breathless because I don’t want to imagine the unbearable pain Harvey’s mummy and daddy and his sibling are enduring. But in actual fact, we must share that pain. No parent should have to live through such loss and certainly not because the system meant to protect their child cruelty abandoned them. We must rise up. We must demand an end to ableism: blatant discrimination - the routine dehumanisation of disabled people. Harvey’s life matters. His death must matter too. @GillSherratt23 @Stephen63224725 if I could, I would take your pain away. I can’t. But I will stand with you. In loving memory of an incredible human Harvey. My deepest and sincere heartfelt sympathy.
A poster justice for Harvey and all children waiting. Assemble: 2 pm Saturday, the 23rd of August at the garden of remembrance, Parnell Square, Dublin for short March to custom house.

ALT A poster justice for Harvey and all children waiting. Assemble: 2 pm Saturday, the 23rd of August at the garden of remembrance, Parnell Square, Dublin for short March to custom house.
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