{"id":8971,"date":"2026-07-15T14:24:13","date_gmt":"2026-07-15T14:24:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/?p=8971"},"modified":"2026-07-15T14:51:18","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T14:51:18","slug":"disability-pride-month-july-2026-celebrating-identity-inclusion-and-belonging","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/ga\/disability-pride-month-july-2026-celebrating-identity-inclusion-and-belonging\/","title":{"rendered":"Disability Pride Month July 2026 &#8211; Celebrating Identity, Inclusion and Belonging"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"8971\" class=\"elementor elementor-8971\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-201f9d28 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"201f9d28\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3d463958 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3d463958\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><div><p>July is Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate the diversity, achievements and contributions of people with disabilities, while also recognising the ongoing work needed to create a more inclusive society.<\/p><\/div><div><p>At Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board (LOETB), Disability Pride Month aligns closely with our commitment to inclusion, equity and learner-centred education. It provides an opportunity to reflect on the importance of creating environments where everyone can participate, contribute and thrive.<\/p><\/div><div><h4>What is Disability Pride Month?<\/h4><\/div><div><p>Disability Pride Month originated in the United States; it is recognised internationally as a celebration of disability identity, and has been growing in significance in Ireland since the first Disability Pride Parade in the UK and Ireland held in Belfast in 2014.<\/p><\/div><div><h4>The Importance of Disability Pride<\/h4><\/div><div><p>Disability Pride Month encourages us to recognise disability as a natural and valuable part of human diversity. It highlights the strengths, talents and lived experiences of people with disabilities and challenges stereotypes and assumptions.<\/p><\/div><div><h4>What does the Disability Pride Flag mean?<\/h4><\/div><div><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-8975\" src=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Disabilty-Pride-colours-diagonal.png\" alt=\"The Disability Pride Flag \" width=\"165\" height=\"126\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Disabilty-Pride-colours-diagonal.png 165w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Disabilty-Pride-colours-diagonal-16x12.png 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 165px) 100vw, 165px\" \/>The Disability Pride Flag is a symbol of unity, pride, and visibility for the disability community, celebrating the diversity of disabled people&#8217;s experiences while recognising the barriers they have faced and continue to overcome. The diagonal stripes symbolise breaking through societal barriers, represented by the black background.<\/p><div><div><ul><li><strong>Red<\/strong>: Physical disabilities.<\/li><li><strong>Gold<\/strong>: Cognitive and intellectual disabilities, neurodivergence.<\/li><li><strong>White:<\/strong> Invisible disabilities and undiagnosed conditions.<\/li><li><strong>Blue<\/strong>: Emotional and psychiatric disabilities.<\/li><li><strong>Green<\/strong>: Sensory disabilities, including blindness, deafness, and other sensory conditions.<\/li><li><strong>Black<\/strong> background: Mourning and protest for victims of ableist violence, abuse, and neglect.<\/li><\/ul><div><div><h4>Reflecting on LOETB Commitment:<\/h4><\/div><div><p>As we mark Disability Pride Month, LOETB reaffirms its commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality. We recognise that meaningful inclusion is an ongoing journey, and we remain dedicated to ensuring that our services, programmes and workplaces are accessible and welcoming for all.<\/p><\/div><div><p>LOETB are proud to acknowledge, value and celebrate the strengths, skills and growth of our students with disabilities. Every effort is made to support and promote everyone\u2019s ability to reach their potential.<\/p><\/div><div><p>For Disability Pride Month we wanted to present a flavour of how LOETB support our learners with disabilities and how we see \u2018Ability\u2019 in all our learners.<\/p><\/div><div><h4>Universal Design for Inclusive Education<\/h4><\/div><div><h4>LOETB Adoption of the Universal Design Altitude Charter<\/h4><\/div><div><p>Serving as a practical framework for embedding inclusion at all levels, the Charter is structured around <strong>four key pillars<\/strong>:<\/p><div><ul><li><strong>Learning, Teaching &amp; Assessment<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>S<\/strong><strong>upports, Services &amp; Social Engagement<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>An Timpeallacht Fhisici\u00fail<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Digital Environment<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div><div><p>Each pillar contains clear goals and actionable steps to eliminate barriers and embed inclusive practices across FET provision.<\/p><p>LOETB welcomed Dara Ryder, Chief Executive of AHEAD, as keynote speaker at a dedicated FET Staff Gathering held on Thursday, 16 October 2025. In a special session focused on inclusive practice and shared responsibility.<\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/ga\/loetb-adopts-altitude-charter-to-advance-inclusive-education-in-further-education-and-training-fet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more about LOETB&#8217;s adoption of the\u00a0<\/a><\/span><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">ALTITUDE Charter<\/span>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8976\" src=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/FMT-with-Dara-Ryder-Altitude-Charter.png\" alt=\"FMT Altitude Charter Adaptation:\u00a0 This photo has the Further Education and Training (FET) Management Team in LOETB and the CEO of Ahead, Dara Ryder. In the photo left to right is; Dara Ryder, Tony Dalton, Anne Marie Keane, Eileen Dunne, Padraig Boland, Emma Gilchrest, John Kelly, Michelle Shanahan, Jolene Hall.\u00a0 Some individuals in the photo are carrying signs with Further Education and LOETB on them. In the background, there are two banners, one is representing Altitude and the other LOETB.\u00a0\" width=\"901\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/FMT-with-Dara-Ryder-Altitude-Charter.png 901w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/FMT-with-Dara-Ryder-Altitude-Charter-300x213.png 300w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/FMT-with-Dara-Ryder-Altitude-Charter-768x546.png 768w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/FMT-with-Dara-Ryder-Altitude-Charter-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 901px) 100vw, 901px\" \/><\/p><div><div><h4>Embedding Universal Design into Assessments<\/h4><\/div><div><p>Using Universal Design Principles to increase inclusive access to examinations, the LOETB <strong>AUDio for Access: Using Audio to Level the Assessment Playing Field<\/strong> initiative was featured in the <strong>ETBI UD in FET event on 6 November 2025.<\/strong><\/p><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-8973\" src=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Anne-Marie-Keane.png\" alt=\"ETBI UD in FET Event Photo: This photo has 4 members of LOETB staff. Anne Marie Keane (QA FET Manager) is presenting at the podium. Sitting next to her is Th\u00e9r\u00e8se Glennon (LOETB FET Access Officer), then Mary Lanier (LOETB FET Teacher) and on the far left is Jolene Hall (Enterprise Skills FET Manager). There is a large presentation screen next to Jolene Hall. In the top left corner there is a logo with the words Universal Design in FET, and it has an animated graphic of students standing on top of stacked books and holding other books.\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Anne-Marie-Keane.png 300w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Anne-Marie-Keane-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Anne-Marie-Keane-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p><div><div><p>Presenters on the day: Anne Marie Keane, QA FET Manager, Jolene Hall, Enterprise Skills FET Manager, Mary Lanier, Teacher and Learning Support, Tullamore FETC, and Therese Glennon, LOETB FET Access Officer.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div><div><h4>Provision of Sensory Rooms and Spaces<\/h4><\/div><div><p>A number of LOETB FET campuses have sensory spaces. We are continuing to progress plans for the rollout of sensory spaces across our services.<\/p><\/div><div><p>Sensory rooms and spaces benefit everyone. They are specially designed space that provides a calm, supportive, and inclusive environment for people of all ages and abilities. A variety of sensory equipment and resources that can help individuals regulate their emotions, reduce anxiety, improve focus, and promote overall well-being. Offering a safe and welcoming space away from noise, crowds, and other distractions.<\/p><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8977 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Sensory-room-plinth-and-lights-226x300.png\" alt=\"Sensory room A:\u00a0 This is a photo of a sensory room in LOETB, there is wall mounted mirrors on two walls behind a padded green plinth.\u00a0 On the plinth is a grey weighted blanket and strands of fibre optic purple lights, designed in the shape of a heart.\u00a0\" width=\"226\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Sensory-room-plinth-and-lights-226x300.png 226w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Sensory-room-plinth-and-lights-9x12.png 9w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Sensory-room-plinth-and-lights.png 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 226px) 100vw, 226px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8978 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Plinth-and-bubble-tube-and-fibre-optic-lights-201x300.png\" alt=\"Sensory room B:\u00a0 This is a photo of a sensory room in LOETB, There is a green padded plinth surrounding a large bubble tube. Behind the plinth is two wall mounted mirrors.\u00a0\" width=\"201\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Plinth-and-bubble-tube-and-fibre-optic-lights-201x300.png 201w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Plinth-and-bubble-tube-and-fibre-optic-lights-8x12.png 8w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Plinth-and-bubble-tube-and-fibre-optic-lights.png 477w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 201px) 100vw, 201px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8980 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Beanbags.png\" alt=\"Bean Bags: This photo has two bean bags, one large lounger, and the second is a smaller bean bag. These are used in sensory spaces.\u00a0\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Beanbags.png 300w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Beanbags-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Beanbags-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p><div><div><h4>Assistive Technology Showcase<\/h4><\/div><div><p>On June 11 2026, as part of PPN Offaly Disability Week, LOETB hosted a workshop to introduce technology as a practical support for adults in learning and to provide some solutions to learning challenges their family members might be experiencing.<\/p><\/div><div><p>Exhibitors included LOETB Learner Support staff, Chime, Vision Ireland, Offaly Library, the National Learning Network (NLN) and Offaly Disability Equality Network (ODEN).<\/p><\/div><div><p>On the day, those in attendance received live discussions and demonstrations of how the device and software work. Attendees had the opportunity to access and demo equipment, chat with exhibitors for first-hand support and advice. Attendees also had a chance to chat with the library team in Offaly and received a fantastic tour of all the facilities available.<\/p><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8981 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Offaly-Disability-Week-300x240.png\" alt=\"Collage of AT showcase:\u00a0 This photo is a collage of those who presented and attended an Assistive Technology Showcase during Offaly Disability week.\u00a0 There are photos of organisations and the equipment they have to assist users.\u00a0 Chime, Vision Ireland, LOETB, Offaly Libraries, Offaly Disability and Equality Network, and NLN.\u00a0\" width=\"500\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Offaly-Disability-Week-300x240.png 300w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Offaly-Disability-Week-1024x819.png 1024w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Offaly-Disability-Week-768x614.png 768w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Offaly-Disability-Week-1536x1229.png 1536w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Offaly-Disability-Week-15x12.png 15w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Offaly-Disability-Week.png 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p><div><div><p><strong>Presentation on LOETB Transitions Project for students in Special Education Schools, in collaboration with the National Council for Special Education (NCSE)\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><div><div><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8982 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/NCSE-LOETB-Inclusion-Stand-300x291.png\" alt=\"LOETB Inclusion Stand at NCSE event:\u00a0 In this photo:\u00a0 Th\u00e9r\u00e8se\u00a0Glennon, LOETB FET Access Officer, and Eileen Dunne (Inclusion FET Manager) are standing at a table with brochures of LOETB services.\u00a0 Behind them is the a stand-up banner for LOETB Inclusion.\u00a0\" width=\"300\" height=\"291\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/NCSE-LOETB-Inclusion-Stand-300x291.png 300w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/NCSE-LOETB-Inclusion-Stand-12x12.png 12w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/NCSE-LOETB-Inclusion-Stand.png 448w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> \u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8983 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/NCSE-Presentation-288x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"288\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/NCSE-Presentation-288x300.png 288w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/NCSE-Presentation-12x12.png 12w, https:\/\/loetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/NCSE-Presentation.png 415w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 288px) 100vw, 288px\" \/><\/p><p>LOETB were invited to present at CES Transitions Pilot Showcase Day 20 May, in Portlaoise, hosted by the National Council for Special Education (NCSE). It was a day of shared learning, collaboration and student voice.<\/p><p>Schools shared innovative transition practices, highlighting partnership and student-centred approaches. Exhibiting the learning, collaboration, and innovation across 41 special schools, sharing effective practice and pathways supporting student transitions.<\/p><\/div><div><p>LOETB were delighted to present their project in collaboration with St Francis School, Portlaoise. The project supported school leavers from St. Francis School to access Further Education and Training programmes in Portlaoise.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>July is Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate the diversity, achievements and contributions of people with disabilities, while also recognising the ongoing work needed to create a more inclusive society. 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