Our Learning Disability Conference Is Back!

Aug 20, 2024

Save the date – 7th March 2025.

Celebrating 25 Years of the Learning Disability Community

Did you know that we have been supporting the learning disability community in Northern Ireland for the past 25 years?

We are known for our creative, exciting and most of all fun conferences.  As part of our birthday celebrations we will host a conference in March 2025.  We hope this conference will be the best yet!

 

Time Travel Through the Crystal Labyrinth

Over the years, the learning disability community has been working within a strict and complex system (the crystal). And this system affects every part of a person’s life.

It can be very difficult to navigate and find your way through (like a labyrinth).  This is regardless of who you are or what role you play in making changes.

Inspired by the science fiction novel ‘The Time Machine’ from 1895, we will discuss the different strategies used over the last 25 years to:

  • Fight against inequality;
  • Make use of technology; and
  • Spark a revolution for change.

What The Conference Will Show

  1. Better Support and Services: There are now more services available to help people with a learning disability. This means better access to healthcare, education, and support to living independently in the community.
  2. Increased Awareness and Inclusion: Society has become more aware of the needs of people with a learning disability. This helps greater acceptance and efforts for inclusion as equal and visible citizens.
  3. Stronger Legal Protections: New laws and policies have been put in place to protect the rights of people with a learning disability.  This ensures they are treated fairly and with respect.
  4. More Opportunities: There are now more opportunities for people with a learning disability to take part in education, work, and social activities.  This helps them to lead fuller, more meaningful lives.
  5. Use of Technology: Advances in technology have made it easier for people with a learning disability to communicate, learn, and access services.  This improves their overall quality of life.

What The Conference Will Achieve

With your support we will celebrate the achievements but highlight what more needs to happen.  And we will be asking for your help to deliver workshops and share stories, both past and present. So in the meantime, add the date to your diary and stay tuned!

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