DA Skills Hub

09/10/2026

URGENT CALL TO ACTION: No child should go hungry during the school holidays.
At Disability Action, we know that disabled children and their families are often among those hardest hit by the rising cost of living. When schools close, many families face additional financial pressures, increased caring responsibilities and higher household costs.
That's why we're supporting calls for all political parties and MLAs to back Danny Baker MLA's Holiday Hunger Bill and reject amendments that could delay or weaken the support families urgently need.
Families need certainty, not delays.
✅ Sign the petition: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0y-cXf0

📄 Read the joint press release: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0y-c-D0
Together, we can help ensure that no child is left without support during school holidays.

Paul Givan's proposed amendments could leave families waiting indefinitely for holiday meal payments, even if the Bill becomes law. MLAs vote on Monday 12 October.

09/10/2026

📢 Looking for the next step for a young person in your care?

DASH’s Skills for Life and Work (SfLW) programme supports young people to develop new skills, build their confidence and prepare for their future in a supportive environment.

Through the programme, young people can:

✅ Gain recognised qualifications
✅ Develop life and employability skills
✅ Build confidence and independence
✅ Explore future education and career pathways, including Customer Service

If you’re a parent or carer looking for an opportunity that can help a young person develop their skills and work towards their goals, get in touch with DASH to find out more.

📧 [email protected]
📞 028 9029 7880 Ext. 218

07/10/2026

Wondering what happens after you get in touch with DASH?

Registering your interest is simply the first step.

Our DASH team will guide you through the process, from your initial enquiry and meeting through to enrolling on Skills for Life & Work and starting your journey with us.

We're here to answer your questions and help you understand whether the programme is the right fit for the young person you support.

📞 028 9029 7880 Ext. 218
📧 [email protected]

Or scan the QR code on the graphic to register your interest.

02/10/2026

Everyone’s journey is different.

At DASH, we understand that every young person has their own goals and may need different levels of support along the way.

Through our Skills for Life & Work programme, we take time to get to know each learner and support them as they develop their skills, confidence and independence at a pace that works for them.

If you’re a parent or carer and would like to find out more about the programme, get in touch with our DASH team.

📞 028 9029 7880 Ext. 218
📧 [email protected]

You can also scan the QR code to register your interest.

30/09/2026

Putting skills into practice 💼

Work experience is an important part of our Skills for Life & Work programme, giving young people the opportunity to experience a real working environment and put the skills they've developed at DASH into practice.

With support along the way, learners can build their confidence, gain practical experience and develop a better understanding of the workplace.

If you're a parent or carer looking at what's next for a young person, get in touch with our DASH team to find out more.

📞 028 9029 7880 Ext. 218
📧 [email protected]

You can also scan the QR code to register your interest.

23/09/2026

What can you learn at DASH?

Our Skills for Life & Work programme gives young people opportunities to develop skills that can support them in everyday life, learning and the workplace.

From building confidence in communication and teamwork to developing independence and preparing for work, learners are supported to develop at their own pace and work towards their individual goals.

Looking to finding out more about Skills for Life & Work or registering your interest?

📞 028 9029 7880 Ext. 218
📧 [email protected]

You can also scan the QR code on the graphic to register your interest.

21/09/2026

Welcome to DASH!

DASH (Direct Access Skills Hub) is a supportive space where young disabled people and those with long-term health conditions can learn, develop new skills and work towards their goals.

Through our Skills for Life & Work programme, learners have opportunities to gain qualifications, build confidence and independence, develop practical life and employability skills, and prepare for their next step.

From learning in the classroom to work experience and activities with other organisations, there's plenty happening at DASH.

Interested in finding out more about Skills for Life & Work? Get in touch below or scan the QR code in the flyer.

📧 [email protected]
📞 028 9029 7880 Ext. 218