The Department of Social Protection has published an updated Workability Organisations list on gov.ie, giving jobseekers, families and support workers a clearer route to local employment-focused services for disabled people across Ireland. The new 2026 directory maps dozens of approved projects by region and underlines how the State is widening access to inclusive education, training and work opportunities.
The publication from gov.ie confirms that the WorkAbility: Inclusive Pathways to Employment Programme is designed to help disabled people advance their ambitions in education, training and employment. The scheme is co-financed through the EU Employment, Inclusion, Skills and Training programme and is administered by Pobal as a five-year initiative running until 2028.
Workability Organisations list on gov.ie: what the update means
The updated Workability Organisations directory brings together local, regional and national providers in one place. For people trying to navigate public services, this matters: instead of searching multiple agencies, users can now identify relevant supports by county, target group and provider type through gov.ie.
The announcement is especially relevant for people engaging with the Department of Social Protection, Citizens Information Board, Health Service Executive (HSE), or local employment supports. It also reflects broader cross-government priorities around Health, Education, Social Protection and Enterprise, Trade and Employment.
- It covers 57 projects across Ireland
- It includes local, regional and national organisations
- It focuses on disabled people seeking education, training or employment progression
- It provides direct contact details, addresses and website information
Who the programme is designed to support
The list shows a wide range of beneficiaries, including people with intellectual disabilities, autistic people, people with physical disabilities, deaf and hard-of-hearing people, people with Down syndrome, people experiencing homelessness, disadvantaged communities and young people with long-term conditions.
This broad eligibility footprint suggests the Workability Organisations programme is intended to meet people where they are, whether they need specialist disability employment supports or locally rooted community pathways.
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Regional spread of Workability Organisations across Ireland
The gov.ie publication groups providers by region, including North East, North West, West, Dublin, South East, South West, Midlands, Mid West and National Organisations. This regional structure makes the Workability Organisations list more practical for users looking for nearby services.
Examples from the updated list include:
- Breffni Integrated CLG in Cavan
- Leitrim Integrated Development Company and County Sligo Leader Partnership
- Blue Teapot Theatre Company and Galway City Partnership
- Avista CLG, Irish Wheelchair Association and St. Michael’s House in Dublin
- Bray Area Partnership and Wexford Local Development
- IRD Duhallow, Cork Simon Community and Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind
- Offaly Integrated Local Development Company
- Limerick Youth Service and Ballyhoura Development
The range of providers also highlights how disability inclusion intersects with rural development, community activation and labour market access. That will be of interest not only to families and advocacy groups, but also to policymakers across Local Government and Heritage, Public Expenditure, Further and Higher Education and Finance.
Why this matters for inclusive employment in Ireland
The value of the Workability Organisations network is that it blends specialist knowledge with local delivery. Some projects are tailored to specific groups, such as autistic people or people with visual impairments, while others support wider community cohorts facing barriers to work.
That approach complements the work of bodies such as the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC), IDA Ireland, Enterprise Ireland, HIQA and the CSO, all of which help shape the wider environment around work, skills, inclusion and public accountability in Ireland.
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How to use the Workability Organisations directory
If you or someone you support is looking for help, the simplest next step is to review the county-by-county entry on gov.ie and contact the provider that best matches your needs. The Workability Organisations listing includes practical details that can help speed up referrals and self-referrals.
- Identify your county or nearest service area
- Check which beneficiary group the organisation serves
- Use the listed phone number or website to make contact
- Ask about training, education progression and employment supports
For many households, the updated Workability Organisations publication will serve as a useful gateway to inclusive employment services already active in their communities.
Conclusion
The newly updated Workability Organisations list on gov.ie is more than a directory: it is a practical roadmap to inclusive employment support across Ireland. With 57 projects and a strong regional footprint, the Workability Organisations programme reinforces the Department of Social Protection’s push to connect disabled people with meaningful education, training and work pathways.
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