CHAT@NLN Limerick AT in Action

CHAT is a community-driven by people who share a passion and believe in the transformative effect that assistive technology has on individual’s lives.CHAT is run by FreedomTech, a collaboration between DFI and Enable Ireland.The aim of CHAT is to facilitate and create opportunities amongst people to learn from each other in an atmosphere that supports equality, collective and individual sharing. This makes the most of people’s expertise to better identify challenges, gaps and to consider solutions regarding AT.Chat has a national membership of over 200 people and organisations. This includes people with disabilities (expert and non-expert AT users), AT practitioners, researchers, educators, service providers, developers, suppliers and other interested parties.Each CHAT gathering is hosted by different member organisations. To date, gatherings have been hosted by the Deaf Village, Enable Ireland, University College Dublin Access Centre and The National Council of the Blind in Ireland, St. John of God and Childvision. As such, gatherings are co-created by those involved and as participants share knowledge, we are all thinking together and working horizontally across and beyond the disability sector.

FreedomTech CHAT - Community Hub for Accessible Technology

Exploring Assistive Technology in Action across the country. Join us at CHAT@NLN Limerick to learn from the CHAT community.

NLN Raheen Raheen Business Park, Raheen, Limerick, V94 YNX3

<h2>CHAT@NLN Limerick – AT in Action</h2>Exploring Assistive Technology in Action across IrelandJoin us at CHAT@NLN Limerick for a hands-on, community event where we explore how Assistive Technology (AT) supports learning, communication, independence, and everyday life. This gathering brings the CHAT community together in Limerick to share real stories, practical demonstrations, and examples of AT in action from across the country.Hosted by: National Learning Network (REHAB) in partnership with FreedomTech, Enable Ireland, and the Disability Federation of Ireland (DFI).<h3>Event Description</h3>This CHAT event focuses on seeing Assistive Technology in real use in classrooms, training centres, workplaces, and community settings. You’ll hear from AT users, practitioners, and educators who will share how different tools and supports make a real difference in people’s daily lives. The session is designed to be interactive, welcoming, and full of ideas you can take back to your own setting.<h3>Who Should Attend?</h3>Anyone interested in Assistive Technology, including:<ul><li>AT users</li><li>Practitioners and educators</li><li>Support staff</li><li>Developers and suppliers</li><li>Students, families, and advocates</li></ul>This is an open and friendly space where you can learn from one another, exchange experiences, and connect with others working in the AT sector.<h3>About CHAT</h3>CHAT (Community Hub for Accessible Technology) is a community of practice for AT users and practitioners across Ireland. Created through FreedomTech, CHAT brings people together who believe in the power of assistive technology to change lives. Every CHAT gathering is co-created by its members and is based on sharing knowledge, collaborative thinking, and finding solutions that enhance accessibility for all. FreedomTech is a collaboration between Enable Ireland and the Disability Federation of Ireland, who have partnered since 2014 to promote and develop a national Assistive Technology ecosystem. This partnership is FreedomTech, currently sponsored by <a href="https://www.sightandsound.co.uk/irishhomepage/" title="https://www.sightandsound.co.uk/irishhomepage/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Sight and Sound Technology</a>.CHAT now includes more than 200 members nationwide, including people with disabilities, AT experts, researchers, educators, service providers, suppliers, and community organisations.<h3>Stay Connected</h3>Contact: <a href="" title="" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Sarah@freedomtech.ie</a> Twitter: @Freedomtech_Irl LinkedIn Group: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8407996/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8407996/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8407996/</a> Website: <a href="https://freedomtech.ie/" title="https://freedomtech.ie/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://freedomtech.ie/</a>We look forward to welcoming you to CHAT@NLN Limerick – AT in Action. Learn, share, and be part of Ireland’s growing Assistive Technology community.We look forward to welcoming you to this CHAT gathering! Stay connected and continue the conversation on accessible technology for communication.Thank you again, and remember to stay in touch, post, and share.

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