Join the Kerry Camino Challenge 2026
This August, participants will take on 65km from Tralee to Dingle to raise funds for the Deaf Career Project.
The Deaf Career Project supports Deaf people with career guidance, job preparation, interview skills, workplace confidence and pathways into employment.
For many Deaf people, the barrier is not ability. The barrier is access. Too often, career services, recruitment processes and workplaces are not fully accessible in Irish Sign Language.
By taking part, donating or sharing the campaign, you are helping IDS continue this Deaf-led work and support more Deaf people on their employment journey.
You can join the challenge, sponsor a participant, or make a donation.
Spaces are limited, so register today if you would like to be part of it.
Strengthening ISL Assessment in FETWe are proud to share an important step forward for Irish Sign Language learning and training. The Irish Deaf Society, working with Education and Training Boards Ireland, delivered the first ISL External Authenticator training for the ETB and FET sector. Six Deaf participants successfully completed the programme and are now recognised as ISL External Authenticators. External Authenticators play a key role in making sure ISL assessments are fair, consistent, and meet QQI standards. As Deaf experts, they review assessment processes and outcomes to ensure learners’ work is marked properly and in line with national requirements. This training supports stronger quality assurance across ISL programmes and recognises Deaf leadership and expertise within education. We warmly congratulate: |
IDS Position Paper on Mental HealthThe Irish Deaf Society’s Mental Health Position Paper highlights the barriers Deaf people face in accessing mental health services and calls for culturally appropriate, accessible support across Ireland. Learn more: |
