Dyspraxia Ireland

🎶 Songwriters Club is back! 🎶

We’re delighted to partner with New Wave Music Therapy once again to bring back this popular programme for teenagers aged 13–18.

Led by qualified music therapist Simon Brody, these online sessions are designed to help young people:
✨ Build self-confidence
✨ Explore creativity
✨ Express themselves through music
✨ Make new social connections

📅 11-week programme
🗓 Starts 15th July 2026
🕖 Wednesdays | 7pm–8pm
💻 Online via Zoom

🎵 Members of Dyspraxia/DCD Ireland can avail of a FREE taster session before committing.

Places are limited and booking is essential.

Find out more and book here 👇
www.dyspraxia.ie/Songwriters-Club-JUL-2026

Dyspraxia/DCD can look different for everyone, and many adults may not even realise that some of the challenges they experience could be linked to dyspraxia/DCD.

In this post, we’re exploring some potential indicators of dyspraxia/DCD in adults... from organisation and coordination to social and learning challenges.

Awareness and understanding can make a real difference 💛

You can learn more about Dyspraxia/DCD Ireland, our supports, services, and membership at: www.dyspraxia.ie

Exciting one to share 🌈

The Neurodiversity Ireland Summit 2026 is taking place on 15 & 16 May - bringing together leading voices from Ireland and around the world to share real, practical ways to support neurodivergent children.

📍 In person at Trinity College Dublin + online
💡 CPD approved for educators
💬 Open to parents, carers, teachers and anyone who wants to better understand neurodivergence

There are also reduced rates available for carers and educators.

👉 Find out more and get your tickets here:
www.neurodiversityireland.com

We’re delighted to share that the venue for this year's National Conference has now been confirmed!

📍 Crowne Plaza, Blanchardstown (TAG HERE)
🗓️ Saturday 17 October 2026

Make sure to save the date as we’re really looking forward to this 😁

Have your say and help shape future support for children and teens with DCD / dyspraxia 💙

An international research project is inviting young people aged 10–18 with DCD / dyspraxia to share their experiences, strengths, challenges and support needs.

Participants can choose between:
🔹 A 30–45 minute online focus group
🔹 A 30 minute one-to-one online interview

This is a great opportunity for young people to help make sure their voices are heard and help shape future research.

For more information or to express interest, contact the researchers at:
👉 [email protected]

Please see poster for full details, thank you :)

🌟 What a fantastic day in Nenagh! 🌟

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us last Thursday, 2nd April, for our DCD Cairde Club Activity Day at Nenagh Ormond Rugby Club. The event, organised through Dyspraxia/DCD Ireland’s POTTS Programme in collaboration with Nenagh Ormond RFC and Tipperary Sports Partnership, brought together an amazing group of young people aged 8–13 for a morning of fun, movement, and connection.

From golf to cooperative games to fundamental movement skills and the chance to try out new activities, the energy and enthusiasm from all participants made the day truly special. It was wonderful to see families come together in such an inclusive and supportive environment.

A very special thank you to Stephen Quinn and Tommy Dorney from Tipperary Sports Partnership for their support on the day, as well as to our four Occupational Therapy students currently working on the POTTS programme, whose enthusiasm and hands‑on help made a huge difference. Your contributions helped create a welcoming and engaging experience for every child who took part.

We’re grateful to everyone involved - partners, volunteers, families, and participants - for making the day such a success. We’re already looking forward to the next one 💙

Did you know Dyspraxia (DCD) affects up to 1 in 10 people?

It’s a common yet often misunderstood condition that can impact coordination, movement, and everyday tasks.

Here at Dyspraxia/DCD Ireland, our dedicated team delivers a range of supports and services to young people and adults with dyspraxia/DCD, as well as their families and supporters.

We want to remind anyone who needs it ... you are not alone and support is available ☺❤

Awareness leads to understanding. Understanding leads to support. 💛

We’re looking forward to our upcoming webinar, Dyspraxia/DCD in Focus.

This session will focus on building a better understanding of dyspraxia/DCD and sharing practical ways to support people in everyday life, across all ages.

It will be led by Charlotte Murphy and is open to adults, parents/carers, professionals and educators.

🗓 Monday 11th May
⏰ 6:30pm – 7:30pm
💻 Online (Microsoft Teams)

This is a members-only event and is free to attend.

Register here:
www.dyspraxia.ie/Dyspraxia-in-Focus-Webinar-MAY-2026

If you’re not yet a member, you can join here:
https://www.dyspraxia.ie/Become-a-Member

We’d love to have you join us ☺️

There’s so much power in hearing real stories, which is why we absolutely love hearing them!

Mark shared his experience of going back into education later in life after being diagnosed with dyspraxia and dyscalculia… and how much it’s changed things for him.

Stories like this remind people that they’re not alone and that support is out there.

If you’d like to share your own dyspraxia journey, we’d love to hear from you 💛
You can comment below, send us a message, or reach out through our contact form here: 👉 www.dyspraxia.ie/contact

If you’re not yet a member, joining gives you access to supports, resources, and a community that understands. Learn more here:
👉 www.dyspraxia.ie/Become-a-Member

Empowering children & young people with Dyspraxia/DCD through evidence-based practice 👇

Join the experienced Dr. Áine O’Dea for this professional online course focused on best practice in assessment and effective interventions.

📅 29–30 June 2026
⏰ 9:30am – 1:00pm
💻 Online
💰 €260

Designed for Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and Psychologists looking to deepen their understanding and support outcomes for children and families.

🎟️ Places are limited... early booking is recommended.

Book your place here:
👉 www.dyspraxia.ie/Empowering-Children-and-Young-People-Best-Practice-for-Assessment-and-Effective-Interventions-JUN26

❓ For queries: dyspraxia.ie/contact

💛 Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2026 💛

Celebrating the different ways people think, learn, and experience the world.

Dyspraxia/DCD is part of neurodiversity, and inclusion begins with understanding.

Learn more about DCD:
👉 https://bit.ly/4cU8vsE