Down Syndrome Ireland

Statement on the Findings from the Workplace Relations Commission Adjudication

11 Nov 2022

We welcome the adjudication of Mr. Thomas O’Driscoll at the Workplace Relations Commission and his findings that a child with Down syndrome had been discriminated against by a primary school on the grounds of disability under the Equal Status Act.

Zurich launches charity partnership with Down Syndrome Ireland

13 Oct 2022

Down Syndrome Ireland are proud to announce the launch of their 3 year partnership with Zurich Ireland which was celebrated in Zurich’s new offices in Blackrock on the 4th of October.

Tour de Munster charity cycle comes to a close as participants tackle the heights of Patrick’s Hill

08 Aug 2022

The 22nd Tour de Munster charity cycle came to a thrilling end on Sunday, August 7th, as cyclists tackled St. Patrick’s Hill in Cork City, driven on by the cheers of supporters who lined the famous hill.

Tour de Munster is Primed for Annual 600km Charity Cycle

27 Jul 2022

As this year’s Tour de Munster charity cycle quickly approaches, cyclists will be entering the final stages of their training regimes to make sure they are flying fit to tackle the testing 600km route across the six counties of Munster on their quest to raise vital funds for Down Syndrome Ireland’s Munster branches.

Woodie’s Heroes campaign raised €2.5 million in the last seven years for 11 children’s charities in Ireland

17 Jul 2022

Woodie’s Heroes 2022 fundraising campaign kicks off Sunday 17th July – Saturday 13th August in support of Childline by ISPCC, Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland, Down Syndrome Ireland, and Make-A-Wish Ireland.

MACE retailers and customers hit the bikes to raise an extra €100,000 for Down Syndrome Ireland this summer

11 Jul 2022

Tour de MACE static cycling fundraising events proving hugely popular.

Seán Kelly launches the 22nd edition of Tour de Munster

14 Jun 2022

The 22nd annual edition of the Tour de Munster charity cycle was officially launched by cycling legend Seán Kelly at DSI Cork’s Field of Dreams on Sunday, 12th June.