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Lorraine Leeson

@leesonl.bsky.social

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Linguist, interpreter, swimmer, lover of the sea & stained glass windows. First gen university student/academic. Associate Vice Provost for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Trinity College Dublin.

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Lorraine Leeson @leesonl.bsky.social · Mar 18

@trinitycds.bsky.social The Centre for Deaf Studies at @tcddublin.bsky.social is seeking an Assistant Professor in Applied Sign Linguistics. Could this be you?

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National Museum of Ireland @nmireland.bsky.social · Aug 28

September activities at the National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks = talks, tours & play!
🗓️ Highlights: LGBTQIA+ stories (Sept 4), Game On! (Sept 7), Azure Tour (Sept 10), Culture Night (Sept 19), Guided Tour with ISL interpretation (Sept 28)
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September at Collins Barracks is packed with unforgettable experiences!
From late-night talks to family fun, inclusive tours, and Culture Night celebrations — there’s something for everyone at the National Museum of Ireland.

📅 Upcoming Highlights: 🔍 Sept 4: Unearthing LGBTQIA+ Stories – A powerful conversation
🎮 Sept 7: Game On! A Day of Play – Fun for the whole family
🧠 Sept 10: Azure Tour – Dementia-inclusive and welcoming
🎭 Sept 19: Culture Night – Hands-on history, LGBTQIA+ tours & more
🖐️ Sept 28: ISL Tour – Eileen Gray: The Making of Modernism

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National Disability Authority @ndaireland.bsky.social · Jul 16

We led out on Action 1 of the Autism Innovation Strategy by synthesising existing data on public attitudes towards autism in Ireland.

Report findings say awareness has increased, but deeper understanding and inclusive practices remain urgent priorities.

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A synthesis of existing data on current attitudes towards autistic people in Ireland - National Disability Authority

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National Disability Authority @ndaireland.bsky.social · Jul 21

In case you missed our European Accessibility Act webinar on 26 June, the recording is available now.

The webinar explained the #EAA and how best to implement it, with input from our Centre for Excellence in Universal Design colleagues and other experts in the field.

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The European Accessibility Act is here What is it and What do I do Now

YouTube video by Centre for Excellence in Universal Design (CEUD)

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National Disability Authority @ndaireland.bsky.social · Jul 24

We have published our 2023 report on compliance with Part 5 of Disability Act 2005. Part 5 requires that a minimum of 3% of all public sector employees are disabled people.

4.1% of public sector employees reported a disability in 2023.

Read more: bit.ly/4f4bWMt

Photo of the Report on Compliance with Part 5 of the Disability Act 2005 for 2023 showing the report highlights which are, 4.1% of all public sector employees reported a disability in 2023 and 91% of all public bodies achieved or exceeded the minimum 3% target in 2023.

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Lorraine Leeson @leesonl.bsky.social · Jul 3

In my institution/School, supervisors can be in attendance if the student wishes them to be there.

Lorraine Leeson @leesonl.bsky.social · Jul 3

@dublinbusnews.bsky.social - on a 40D towards city centre and driver could really go easier on the brakes. A man was practically hurled across the bus as he went to move from his seat towards the door. The heavy-on-the-brakes has been a feature of this long and jolt-y journey …

a room with a wooden floor and striped wallpaper

Alt: Animation of a bus coming to a hard stop, resulting in rear of bus lifting from the road.

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Lorraine Leeson @leesonl.bsky.social · Jun 30

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National Museum of Ireland @nmireland.bsky.social · Jun 18

Irish Sign Language-Interpreted Tour - Game, Set, Match: The History of Sports in Irish Society at the National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks, 3.30 on Sunday 22nd June.
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Nancy Levine Stearns 🌎 @nancylevinestearns.bsky.social · May 27

💥 BREAKING: Shareholders of Merck & Co one of the largest pharma companies in the world, voted today to reject an anti-DEI proposal, 99-1 percent. Merck Board recommended shareholders vote against proposal that called for eliminating "discriminatory DEI milestones" from executive compensation.

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Lorraine Leeson @leesonl.bsky.social · May 20

It was superb to be in Graz to co-host the @coe.int European Centre for Modern Languages @deafsignecml.bsky.social workshop last week. Here’s a summary of what we were up to! www.coe.int/en/web/porta...

Workshop in Graz unlocks educational opportunities for sign languages in Europe - Portal - www.coe.int

European Centre for Modern Languages (ECML) Graz (Austria) 19 May 2025

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Lorraine Leeson @leesonl.bsky.social · May 12

The theme is #ActivatingKindness. What is there NOT to love about this?

Lorraine Leeson @leesonl.bsky.social · May 12

Check out all the wonderful events planned for #CreativeBrainWeek2025 at @tcddublin.bsky.social creativebrainweek.com

Home - Creative Brain Week

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Lorraine Leeson @leesonl.bsky.social · May 5

Perfect day.

View towards Dublin from Portrane beach. Sky is blue with little clouds swimming across it!

Lorraine Leeson @leesonl.bsky.social · Apr 28

Gaisce was a huge part of my life in the 1990s - very tempted now to join this 40th anniversary challenge!

Gaisce - The President's Award @gaisceaward.bsky.social · Apr 17

BE THE ARROW ↗️

To mark 40 years of incredible achievements, we’ve launched a special anniversary challenge — and you’re invited to take part! 😊

Will you answer the President's call?
Sign up now: bethearrow.ie

#BeTheArrow #Gaisce40 #GaisceAward

Be The Arrow: Gaisce's 40th Anniversary Challenge

YouTube video by Gaisce - The President's Award

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Nancy Levine Stearns 🌎 @nancylevinestearns.bsky.social · Apr 23

💥 BREAKING: Goldman Sachs shareholders voted today to reject two anti-DEI proposals, both by 98-2 percent. GS Board urged shareholders to vote to reject proposals. "We believe that diversity, including diversity of thought, experience and perspectives, is important to our commercial success."

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Lorraine Leeson @leesonl.bsky.social · Apr 23

Reassuring to see.

Nancy Levine Stearns 🌎 @nancylevinestearns.bsky.social · Apr 23

The NCPPR's Free Enterprise Project has lost its anti-DEI proposals in 2025 shareholder votes at Costco, Apple, John Deere, Disney, Goldman Sachs and Levi Strauss. Free Enterprise Project says it's the "premier opponent of the woke takeover of American corporate life and defender of true capitalism"

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Nancy Levine Stearns 🌎 @nancylevinestearns.bsky.social · Apr 23

💥 BREAKING: Levi Strauss shareholders voted today to reject a proposal calling on the company to cease / abolish all DEI efforts (tally TBD). LEVI Board: “Diversity and inclusion principles are critical in ensuring that our products reflect and are relevant to our diverse global consumer base.”

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Virginia Dignum @vdignum.bsky.social · Apr 22

If you are working on how AI shapes and is shaped by society, this is your opportunity to join us as a fellow in 2026 at AI Policy Lab @Umeå University

🕐 Deadline: 1 June, 17:00 CET

#AIpolicy #AIgovernance #AIethics #responsibleAI #AI
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Call for Fellowships Jan-June 2026

Are you working on groundbreaking ideas in AI policy, ethics, or governance? Do you have experience in interdisciplinary settings and thrive in collaborative environments? The AI Policy Lab at Umeå…

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Dr Mary McAuliffe @drmarymcauliffe.bsky.social · Apr 22

Name the new National Children’s hospital after the great Dr Kathleen Lynn - a bill to be introduced to the Dáil. I would sincerely hope this would have cross party, even unanimous, support. She more than deserves this honour #speirgorm www.con-telegraph.ie/2025/04/21/b... to

Bill before Dáil to name children’s hospital after pioneering Mayo doctor | Connaught Telegraph

A Bill is coming before the Dáil to name the national children’s hospital after Mayo native Dr. Kathleen Lynn.

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Lorraine Leeson @leesonl.bsky.social · Apr 21

We are currently seeking applications for the role of Race Equality Officer to work with us at @tcddublin.bsky.social in our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Office.

Deadline for applications is 9 May 2025.

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Prof Lorraine McIlrath @lorrainemcilrath.bsky.social · Apr 11

Successfully described our book project and process at the 8th International Conference on Gender Equality @miceducationfac.bsky.social @leesonl.bsky.social

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Lorraine Leeson @leesonl.bsky.social · Apr 2

Closing date for this role is 14 April. #DeafStudies #AssistantProfessor #AppliedSignLinguistics

Lorraine Leeson @leesonl.bsky.social · Mar 18

Assistant Professor in Applied Sign Linguistics | University Vacancies IrelandUniversity Vacancies Logo

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Lorraine Leeson @leesonl.bsky.social · Apr 2

Feel free to add me to your list - I can certainly share with people.

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Dr Mary McAuliffe @drmarymcauliffe.bsky.social · Mar 28

It’s 40 years this month since access to contraception was liberalised in Ireland, but that was far from the end of the story! @rtebrainstorm.bsky.social article from myself and Jennifer Redmond - love Gaybo explaining how to use a condom (that was 1987!!) #speirgorm www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...

Why access to condoms was such a controversial issue in Irish law

It's 40 years this month since access to contraception was liberalised in Ireland, but that was far from the end of the story

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Lorraine Leeson @leesonl.bsky.social · Mar 28

The saga continues….. I am losing the will …. I wonder if inaccessible systems are in place by design because it certainly must save money if no one can get registered for reimbursement within a 30 day window of a meeting….. 😫