Irish Deaf Society

[1/2] Mental Health & Wellbeing Message

If you or a loved one has been affected by sexual abuse or by news or programmes discussing abuse. Remember you're not alone. Support is available.

While IDS does not provide this support directly,

Meet Joey Watson, part of the Help Each Other team running for Deaf mental health, taking on the Dublin Marathon 2026 for the IDS

Joey shares why accessible mental health services in Irish Sign Language matter for Deaf people

Donate: bit.ly/464bUkc

#RunForMentalHealth

We’re hiring

Role: Advocacy Development Officer
Permanent, full-time (35 hours)

Mainly office-based, with opportunities to travel and meet Deaf communities

Watch the ISL video: vimeo.com/1156556003

Apply: bit.ly/45o6gsV
Deadline: Friday, 6th Feb 2026
#DeafJobs

We’re hiring an Advocacy Administrator at the Irish Deaf Society.

ISL fluency required.

Watch the ISL video to learn more about the role: vimeo.com/1156511011

Apply: bit.ly/3LmoZOY

Deadline: Friday, 6th Feb 2026.

#DeafJobs #ISL #IrishDeafSociety #Advocacy

The IDS has issued a statement in response to comments made by Brian Mooney, @IrishTimes education columnist, while speaking on @NewstalkFM , suggesting that AI could replace ISL interpreters

Read the full statement: bit.ly/4bCZcfV

ISL Video: vimeo.com/1155070020