Athy Disability Access Group

Hello. We are the Athy Disability Access Group!

Athy Disability Access Group (ADAG) works with others to promote inclusion and accessibility for ALL, to live, work, shop, visit and thrive in, for Athy and the surrounding areas. ADAG is part of the County Kildare Access Network (CKAN).

CKAN is a network of individuals and organisations working towards making County Kildare inclusive and fully accessible to all.

We are a group of volunteers with energy and commitment who lead on initiatives and collaborate with others including schools, disability service organisations, Library service, Community Garda, groups, and individuals to promote disability awareness and improve life for ALL.  

We act as a communication channel from the community to Kildare County Council, working closely with the Local Area Engineer, and others to improve services through our input to the Athy Local Area Plan and County Kildare Development Plan. 

We also communicate concerns to Iarnróid Eireann, National Transport for Ireland, and respond to public consultations for example with Bus Connects.  

We always welcome new members, people with disabilities, families, carers and anyone interested in getting involved. Everyone is welcome, those who have only a small amount of time and those who have time to be more involved in our activities. These activities include Kildare Disability Week, Light Up in Purple and Schools Initiative campaign, ACCESS ALL AREAS in partnership with local business, as well as street walkability audits.