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Latest News & Community Updates
Stay informed with the latest updates, events and community activities from BADIG.


BADIG Tea & Coffee Morning at The Atrium
BADIG – Ballymun Active Disability Interest Group – is delighted to invite the community to our upcoming Tea & Coffee Morning at The Atrium, Civic Centre, Ballymun on Tuesday, 3 June 2026 from 10:00am to 1:00pm. This friendly drop-in event will bring people together for conversation, connection and community spirit in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Guests can enjoy free tea, coffee and sweet treats while learning more about the experiences and challenges faced by peop
Secretary BADIG
May 281 min read


BADIG Chairperson Lana Kurasidze Selected as Ballymun Ambassador for “A Thriving City For All” Festival
BADIG is proud to announce that our chairperson, Lana Kurasidze, was selected as a Ballymun Ambassador for Dublin City Council’s “A Thriving City For All” festival. The official launch event took place at the Mansion House in Dublin, where ambassador videos and stories were presented as part of the city-wide campaign promoting inclusion, diversity, accessibility and community participation. Lana was recognised for her advocacy work, representation of disability groups across
Secretary BADIG
May 281 min read


BADIG at the National Disability Show 2026
Ballymun Active Disability Interest Group (BADIG) was proud to represent the Ballymun community at the National Disability Show 2026, held at the Curragh Racecourse in Co. Kildare. This important national event brought together organisations, service providers, and individuals from across Ireland, all working towards improving accessibility, inclusion, and opportunities for people with disabilities. Throughout the day, we engaged with a wide range of attendees, sharing our wo
Secretary BADIG
May 131 min read


Join BADIG at the National Disability Show 2026 (Free Event)
We’re delighted to be taking part in the National Disability Show this Thursday, 7 May, where BADIG will be proudly representing the Ballymun community. Our aim is to highlight positive work happening locally and to share the voices and experiences of people with disabilities from our community on a wider platform. As part of this, we’re excited to showcase the LifeGlider – a life-changing mobility walking device that is currently not available in Ireland or across Europe. BA
Secretary BADIG
May 41 min read


Meeting with TD Rory Hearne – April 2026
We recently met with TD Rory Hearne to discuss issues affecting people with disabilities in Ballymun. The conversation focused on improving inclusion, accessibility, and support within the community. This meeting was an important step in ensuring that the voices of people with disabilities continue to be heard at the local level. We look forward to seeing positive outcomes from this meeting, and the process is now underway.
Secretary BADIG
May 41 min read
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