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Diabled Citizen, late 50s National Secretary of Physical Impairment Ireland, DPRO Ratify the UNCRPD fully, including the Optional Protocol in Ireland

Ireland
Joined April 2010
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Sickening lack of respect to @ThalidomideIre
I feel physically sick listening to the profound disrespect and lack of genuine sincerity to the victims in these remarks from Tánaiste @SimonHarrisTD
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Amazing workrate by Morocco 🇲🇦 so far in the game vs. Scotland – at Ireland
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🇮🇪 – at Ireland
If you stand with Dr. Hussam Abu Safieh, Reply with your country's flag،
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Oh my God – at Ireland
If you see this photo, put a dot to break the silence. No words.
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Poor little baby – at Ireland
40 days old and already without a mother and a foot. This is what Israel does. Murder and maim with one sole objective - steal more land by dehumanising all around them.
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Replying to @McConalogue
@McConalogue FYI – at Ireland
Cristiano Ronaldo: "Filistin söz konusu olduğunda herkes sessiz. Ben Filistinlilerin yanındayım. İsrail'in Filistin'de yaptıkları insanlık dışı. Bu ne din ne de siyaset meselesi; bu bir insanlık meselesi."
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This is GAZA – at Ireland
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#BYELECTIONS2026 Small turnout is usually good for government parties – at Ireland
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How's the Eurovision 2026 voting going folks? – at Ireland
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Dreadful – at Ireland
As a mother of a beautiful adult daughter with autism, I’ve witnessed firsthand the devastating impact of the lockdowns on people with disabilities. My daughter was placed in respite care during a personal crisis & found herself isolated and alone in a facility with limited support. Imagine the fear and uncertainty she must have felt, a young woman who thrives on routine and the comfort of loved ones. I couldn’t be there to hold her hand, to tell her everything would be okay. It was a heartbreaking experience that I wouldn’t wish on anyone. The lockdown created a sense of isolation and loneliness that was almost unbearable. My daughter, who relied on social interaction and familiar faces, was stripped of her total support system. The impact on her mental health was profound and lasting. What really broke my heart was the way the care system failed her and everyone. The lack of adequate safeguards and the absence of care partners laws left her feeling vulnerable and alone. During all that time, our visits through a window or at a 3-foot distance were supervised. No privacy. The experience has had a significant negative impact on her life and her overall well-being. We must learn from this. Care partners must become law in all residential and respite facilities. This would ensure that people receive the necessary support and companionship, respecting their fundamental right to family life. We must also develop a more supportive care system that prioritizes the needs and rights of people with disabilities. This includes ensuring access to adequate resources, implementing effective safeguarding measures, and providing timely support to families in crisis. Our experience must be heard to prevent it happening again. No one should ever again be isolated, alone, or unsafe. Let’s ensure that people with disabilities have the support and care they deserve. As a mother, I know firsthand the pain and suffering that can result from a lack of support. It’s time to make genuine change. #CovidEvaluation #CovidInquiry #HelpUsBeHeard #CareChampions
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And what did you and your department colleagues learn, Minister? – at Ireland
I'm really pleased to be here at the Cypriot EU Presidency conference on disability. A wonderful opportunity to meet disability organizations, individuals and advocates from right across Europe sharing ideas, thoughts and best practices.
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Huge respect for you, young man – at Ireland
This is amazing! First person on the PLANET with 76% disability who managed to finish a marathon 👏👏 Those who never give up, always achieve their dream
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Wow! – at Ireland
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Best of luck lads, this won't be an easy fixture – at Ireland
Manager Tommy Fitzgerald has named his side to face Antrim at home this Saturday April 25th at 4pm in Laois Hire O’Moore Park for Round 2 of the Joe McDonagh Cup. Tickets: am.ticketmaster.com/gaa/buy/…
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Replying to @PhysicalImpair
@PhysicalImpair – at Ireland
FAIR DEAL? After working all their lives my parents are left with €140 BETWEEN them per month to live on. €500 pm goes on fees for "activities" even if a resident doesn't want them. €140 pm for Toiletries Hairdresser Chiropodist Clothes Pharmacy House bills... @conor_pope
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Replying to @PhysicalImpair
@PhysicalImpair, please note – at Ireland
Please, please Read & Share this Thread Dr Niamh Cummins @CumminsNM The Trauma & Moral Injury Suffered by our precious #Disabled Children, Parents & #Carers -Our Suffering & Trauma is Invisible & Ignored by a Cruel, Cold & Ableist Polity -We would block the streets but we cannot
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The items after being purchased should be returned to the wonderful Dr David Hickey for his immense gesture – at Ireland
Former @DubGAAOfficial star and humanitarian Dr David Hickey (right) has donated his All-Ireland medal, award and jersey signed by his 1976 team to #GAA Palestine. These items will be auctioned at a later date to support the development of Gaelic games in #Palestine.
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Good result for the Laois lads in tonight's local derby. A win is a win irrespective of the competition. Best of luck in the remaining games. – at Ireland
Andrew Corden Cup Quarter Final Laois 3:17 (26) Carlow 2:17 (23) Full Time
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