March 2025

The Maynooth Access Group (MAG), in collaboration with CKAN.ie, is committed to enhancing accessibility for neurodiverse individuals in Kildare’s public libraries. Due to the high demand for CKAN’s sensory toy boxes, a comprehensive audit was conducted to assess their usage and effectiveness. As part of this initiative, MAG actively engaged with all 15 libraries in […]

What a way to finish up for the year! On the 6th of December 2024 we had the honour of attending the culture and diversity day at Colaiste Chiarain, Leixlip and what a wonderful event it was. Great food, beautiful costumes and a warm inclusive environment. While there we had the privilege of meeting Dr […]

Have you seen our Book?  Johnny Magory and the Mystery of the Missing Puppies.   Our Irish Language Version will Launch 11th May at the Kildare Inclusivity Festival. We launched this book in December 2023.  Copies went to all primary schools in Kildare.  Copies went to all libraries in Ireland. We gave out 3000 copies of […]

This project was proposed by Leixlip Disability Access Group as part of County Kildare Access Network.  The carpark area and other works have taken place.  The installation of the Playground  will commence May 2025.  This will be a fantastic Playground, a very big project and it has been great to work with Kildare County Council […]

The project to update the viewing platform and make it more accessible is underway, to be carried out Q2 2025.  The need to make the viewing platform more accessible and to enable viewing for all was identified at our “Have Your Voice Heard” public meeting.  

Have you seen the new Picnic Bench at Rye River Leixlip?  Leixlip Disability Access Group worked with Kildare County Council Parks Dept to have this parkside area made accessible.  CKAN Leixlip Disability Access Group Logo will be put onto this bench during the Summer.