Report on the Consultation with Disabled Children and Young People on their inclusion in Decision-Making
Published in 2024
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Contributors
Author: Researchers from the School of Inclusive and Special Education, Institute of Education, Dublin City University and Hub na nÓg
Publisher: Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth (DCEDIY)
Date: 2024
Geographic Coverage: Ireland
Type of Resource: Report
Sector/setting: Policy Makers, Professionals & Practitioners
Vulnerable groups: Disabled Children, Disabled Young People
Developed with children and young people? Yes
Type of participation: Consultations with Disabled Young People
Availability: Open Access
Keywords: Disability, Participation, Children, Young People
Introduction
The Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth (DCEDIY), Hub na nÓg, and the National Disability Authority (NDA) sought the views of children and young people on creating guidance documents for policy makers and those who facilitate the participation of disabled children and young people in decision making, with a particular focus on those who use augmentative or alternative communication.
The aim of the documents is to provide advice on approaching participative consultations and initiatives in the most accessible and inclusive way possible. This included exploring and outlining specific methodology for this purpose as well as highlighting practical considerations needed to ensure accessibility for all children and young people, including children and young who are non-speaking. A steering group with representatives from Disabled Persons Organisations (DPOs) and a team from Dublin City University’s School of Inclusive and Special Education (DCU) supported the creation of the guidance documents.