Monthly Archives: November 2011

BETTER OPTIONS 2011

College Fair for Students with Disabilities and Specific Learning Difficulties A unique one-day event for students with a disability or specific learning difficulty considering their college options in Ireland in 2012.  This year the event is hosted by the National … Continue reading

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Artwork, Videography and Photography competition

Competition Extended until Friday December 2nd at 4pm The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) and Cosc – the National Office for the Prevention of Domestic, Sexual and Gender-based Violence(www.cosc.ie) are launching a campaign to encourage third level students to speak … Continue reading

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USI ICOS International Students Forum 15th November Mansion House D 2

The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) and the Irish Council for International Students (ICOS) will host a forum entitled “Listening to International Students” in Dublin on Tuesday, 15th November from 6pm-9pm. The event will provide a platform for students … Continue reading

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Information Service launched for People with Hearing and Speech Difficulties Minister Joan Burton and Citizens Information Phone Service launch new online information facility to assist those with hearing and speech difficulties

The Minister for Social Protection, Joan Burton TD recently officially launched a new instant chat information service for  CitizensInformation Phone Service called ‘Live Advisor’ specifically for people with hearing and  speech  difficulties.  The service is funded by theCitizens Information Board. ‘Live Advisor’ is a free, confidential, … Continue reading

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Ahead : Building the Future

On the 11th of November 2011. Ahead in association with Bank of Ireland will hold a Careers event for graduates with disabilities. This event will be attended by many leading employers including Google, Citi, ESB, Sigmar Recruitment, Bord Gais and … Continue reading

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