The National Platform of Self Advocates
A Disabled Persons Organisation
Making sure the voices of people with intellectual disabilities are heard.
Who We Are
The National Platform of Self Advocates is an independent self-advocacy organisation run by people with intellectual disabilities for people with intellectual disabilities. It is a Disabled Persons Organisation (DPO) set up to make sure that the voices of people with intellectual disability are heard.
A core goal of the National Platform of Self Advocates is “making the lives of people with a disability better”.
Our Vision
Our vision is of a fully inclusive society where everybody has equal rights, equal opportunities, and the right support to reach their full potential as individuals.
Our Mission
Our mission is to promote the rights of people with intellectual disabilities and to make sure that their voices are heard and respected.
Latest News
DPO Network General Election Manifesto
General Election 2024 Manifesto
Invitation to Participate in a Consultation on a Potential National Disability Survey
The Central Statistics Office and the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth want to consult with you on organising a survey of disabled people.
General Election 2024
The Electoral Commission Website has easy to read documents to help you prepare for the General Election 2024.
Ireland accedes to the UNCRPD Optional Protocol
On the 8th of October 2024 the Irish government announced its decision to accede to the Optional Protocol to UNCRPD.
Cork Networking Meeting
We are running a series of networking events for people with intellectual disabilities.
Rethink Ireland, Disability Participation Fund Awardees
We are one of the Rethink Ireland, Disability Participation Fund Awardees 2024.
Work and Access
The Disability and Carers’ Policy Unit in the Department of Social Protection has launched Work and Access.
Easy to Read Webinar
Free webinar on Easy to Read – May 14th
National Transport Authority Consultations
The NTA open consultations on routes as part of Connecting Ireland.
