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Cait Murray 🏳️‍🌈

@CaitMurray5

Autistic researcher at AHEAD Ireland (Disability and employment research)

 Northern Ireland
Joined March 2022
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Dr Vivian Rath@RathVivian1 Apr 2025
This annual @aheadireland research event is not to be missed. Registration Link below. @drrichiehealy @dararyder
AHEAD Ireland (@aheadireland) profile pictureAHEAD Ireland@aheadireland24 Mar 2025
Registrations Now Open! Join our Pathways to Possibilities webinar to explore educational and employment inequities and how to foster inclusivity. Hear from experts and advocates, and discover barriers and solutions. Register here: buff.ly/sTnBtHb
Pathways to Possibilities. Leaving no one behind from campus to career. Online Seminar. Free to Attend. 11;00-13:00. 29th of April. A green background, with brown squares.

ALT Pathways to Possibilities. Leaving no one behind from campus to career. Online Seminar. Free to Attend. 11;00-13:00. 29th of April. A green background, with brown squares.

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richie healy@drrichiehealy26 Mar 2025
ahead.ie/Pathways-to-Possibi… The Research and Policy Team at @aheadireland invite you to share our work over the last 12 months. We will examine the journey from college to the workplace, acknowledging the barriers and highlighting potential solutions.
Seminar | Research Insights from the Field of Inclusive Education and Employment

Seminar | Research Insights from the Field of Inclusive Education and Employment

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AHEAD Ireland@aheadireland24 Mar 2025
Registrations Now Open! Join our Pathways to Possibilities webinar to explore educational and employment inequities and how to foster inclusivity. Hear from experts and advocates, and discover barriers and solutions. Register here: buff.ly/sTnBtHb
Pathways to Possibilities. Leaving no one behind from campus to career. Online Seminar. Free to Attend. 11;00-13:00. 29th of April. A green background, with brown squares.

ALT Pathways to Possibilities. Leaving no one behind from campus to career. Online Seminar. Free to Attend. 11;00-13:00. 29th of April. A green background, with brown squares.

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AHEAD Ireland@aheadireland24 Mar 2025
Apply before the closing date this Wednesday
AHEAD Ireland (@aheadireland) profile pictureAHEAD Ireland@aheadireland17 Mar 2025
Applications are currently open for two placements for disabled graduates with Guidewire. Guidewire, delivers industry standard software platforms that Property and Casualty insurers rely upon to stay ahead of the curve in a time of change. Apply here: buff.ly/MDiHsK2
Hiring. Are you a graduate with a disability seeking work? Apply for our ringfenced positions with Guidewire. Consultant Developer Intern and Software Engineer Intern. Based in Blanchardstown. 6 month contract. NFQ level 8 in computer science, software engineering or computer engineering. Applications close 12pm, 26th of March.

ALT Hiring. Are you a graduate with a disability seeking work? Apply for our ringfenced positions with Guidewire. Consultant Developer Intern and Software Engineer Intern. Based in Blanchardstown. 6 month contract. NFQ level 8 in computer science, software engineering or computer engineering. Applications close 12pm, 26th of March.

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AHEAD Ireland@aheadireland26 Mar 2025
Interested in AT? Have a particular software, tool or tip that you love? Why not share with others? Apply to talk at GATHER! Find more information here: buff.ly/l7DvWnb
Interested in AT? Have a particular software, tool or tip you love? Why not share with others? Apply to talk at GATHER. A black background with a digital aesthetic.

ALT Interested in AT? Have a particular software, tool or tip you love? Why not share with others? Apply to talk at GATHER. A black background with a digital aesthetic.

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AHEAD Ireland@aheadireland16 Mar 2025
Attention web development agencies with strong accessible design/UX skills! AHEAD and @EmployforChange are seeking proposals for the development of an accessible web platform to house the WIDE Framework. Invitation to tender here: buff.ly/4VKmuK5
WIDE Framework Logo. Calling All Web platforms developers with accessible design skills! Submit a tender proposal to develop a web platform supporting employers to be more disability inclusive!

ALT WIDE Framework Logo. Calling All Web platforms developers with accessible design skills! Submit a tender proposal to develop a web platform supporting employers to be more disability inclusive!

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AHEAD Ireland@aheadireland7 Mar 2025
A heartfelt thank you to Michael Shevlin for his incredible leadership as Chairperson of AHEAD. His vision and commitment have been instrumental in advancing inclusion and accessibility in education and employment. We welcome Julie Tonge as our new Chairperson.
Statement from Dara Ryder

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Statement from Incoming Chairperson Julie Tonge

ALT Statement from Incoming Chairperson Julie Tonge

Statement from Outgoing Chairperson Michael Shevlin

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AHEAD Ireland@aheadireland16 Feb 2025
ETBs and HEIs: Ready to adopt the ALTITUDE Charter? Follow this thread to learn more.
ALTITUDE: The national charter for universal design in tertiary education. Are you ready to adopt? Fireworks are underneath the wording as a rainbow in the ALTITUDE colours circles the logo.

ALT ALTITUDE: The national charter for universal design in tertiary education. Are you ready to adopt? Fireworks are underneath the wording as a rainbow in the ALTITUDE colours circles the logo.

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AHEAD Ireland@aheadireland23 Dec 2024
Happy Holidays from all of the AHEAD team to you. We will be finishing on the 23rd of December and won't be resuming operations until the 6th of Jan. Our Social Media channels will also be closed during this period. In the mean time Happy Holidays, and have a fantastic New Year
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ALT Happy Holidays. Geometric Snowflake in the top right hand corner. Red Santa hat in the bottom left hand corner.

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@patrickdextervc20 Dec 2024
The Wexford Carol, one of the oldest surviving Christmas carols. Thought to have been written in Ireland in the 12th century but the melody may be much older, originally sung to celebrate the winter solstice. Happy solstice from the west of Ireland
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ShARL@ShefAutismRes15 Dec 2024
Why don't employers hire more Autistic people? Really pleased to share the video abstract for our new ShARL article on The Barriers to Hiring Autistic People as Perceived by Employers youtu.be/V-VnuFnynT4?... @journalautism @ChantelleWWood
Barriers to hiring autistic people as perceived by employers in the...

Barriers to hiring autistic people as perceived by employers in the...

Journal Autism video abstract of the publication 'Understanding the...

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AHEAD Ireland@aheadireland13 Dec 2024
Our CEO Dara Ryder talking about the latest developments in the WIDE programme. A national framework to reduce barriers to hiring, retaining, and promoting people with disabilities. We are always delighted to be working with @EmployforChange and the @welfare_ie
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AHEAD Ireland@aheadireland9 Dec 2024
Join us for a free virtual workshop on Assistive Technology (AT) with AHEAD's Digital Media & eLearning Officer, Danielle O’Rourke and discover how AT can support you in the workplace. When: Wednesday, 22nd January, 12pm-1pm Where: Online via Zoom Register:buff.ly/3ZImY3N
Think Twice. Twice as prepared with GetAHEAD. Navigating Assistive technology in the workplace. Free virtual Workshop! Date:22nd January. Time:12pm-1pm

ALT Think Twice. Twice as prepared with GetAHEAD. Navigating Assistive technology in the workplace. Free virtual Workshop! Date:22nd January. Time:12pm-1pm

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AHEAD Ireland@aheadireland11 Dec 2024
Lorraine giving a fantastic insight into AHEAD Start. This online training course on supporting students with disabilities in further and higher education is now available for registration. Make sure to sign up before the deadline on the 7th of Jan. buff.ly/3DfQnWu
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AHEAD Ireland@aheadireland21 Aug 2013
Wednesday shout out for our first ever #AHEADTalks podcast- #CAO offers, what now for students with #disabilities: soundcloud.com/aheadireland/…
AHEAD Talks #1 - CAO Offers

AHEAD Talks #1 - CAO Offers

AHEAD Assistant Director Mary Quirke is joined by Information Officer Lorraine Gallagher and Get AHEAD's Caroline McGrotty to discuss the CAO Offers, what it means for students with disabilities and w

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AHEAD Ireland@aheadireland6 Dec 2024
Thank you to @publicjobsie for hosting this important WAM employer event. The event was themed the Tale of Inclusivity: transforming the employee experience with reasonable accommodations and marked another fantastic year with our partners in the public and private sector.
AHEAD and publicjobs team members at the registration desk for the event

ALT AHEAD and publicjobs team members at the registration desk for the event

Photo of Margaret McCabe, CEO publicjobs and Dara Ryder, CEO AHEAD along with other colleagues from the AHEAD and publicjobs teams. All standing in front of company banners and Christmas themed balloons

ALT Photo of Margaret McCabe, CEO publicjobs and Dara Ryder, CEO AHEAD along with other colleagues from the AHEAD and publicjobs teams. All standing in front of company banners and Christmas themed balloons

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AHEAD Ireland@aheadireland3 Dec 2024
Today marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we are delighted to be working with and advocating for people with disabilities since 1988. We will also have a special announcement later today, so keep your phones tuned in. #idpwd2024
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Join us for a festive #LaunchPad Postgrad Virtual Tea this Friday at 12pm ⛄️ We are interested in your input that can shape the Virtual Teas going forward. @Cather_i_ne will be facilitating this month's gathering ☕️🍰 Details to register buff.ly/3z7NlW8
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ALT Image shows snowman and Launchpad graphic with a Santa hat. Text reads: Disabled Postgrad Virtual Tea. Connect online with disabled postgrads in the LaunchPAD community! Next online dates: Fri November 29th, 12 - 1pm. We want to hear from you what shape Virtual Tea will take going forward! Captions provided and ISL provided upon request.

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AHEAD Ireland@aheadireland19 Nov 2024
Deadline extended to December 8th! ⏱️ AHEAD Conference 2025 seeks contributions on closing the employment gap for individuals with disabilities in higher education. We invite proposals for workshops, artistic displays or creative assemblies. Download form: buff.ly/3YJRTw0
Blue square with the AHEAD logo. Text reads 'Call for Submissions for the AHEAD Conference 2025. Submission deadline extended to December 8th 2024.'

ALT Blue square with the AHEAD logo. Text reads 'Call for Submissions for the AHEAD Conference 2025. Submission deadline extended to December 8th 2024.'

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AHEAD Ireland@aheadireland22 Nov 2024
We are developing a new national framework, which will support employers to hire and promote more people with disabilities. We are looking for NGO’s and DPO’s to collaborate on building this framework. You can register your interest by visiting – buff.ly/4fhC3P1.
NGO/DPO/Other National Organisations. Express your interest. Help us develop the WIDE framework to support employers hire,retain and promote disabled employees. In-Person Consultation (Dublin) 11th December (11:30-13:30) or Online Consultation 12th December (14:00-16:00)

ALT NGO/DPO/Other National Organisations. Express your interest. Help us develop the WIDE framework to support employers hire,retain and promote disabled employees. In-Person Consultation (Dublin) 11th December (11:30-13:30) or Online Consultation 12th December (14:00-16:00)

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