10/06/2026
On World Cerebral Palsy Day, we stand with our global community to celebrate every person with cerebral palsy and the unique contributions they make every day.
Thank you to Catherine Connolly, President of Ireland, for recognising the importance of inclusion, accessibility and equality.
Áras an Uachtaráin, Uachtarán na hÉireann / President of Ireland Catherine Connolly, Emer Higgins T.D., Department of Children, Disability and Equality, Simon Harris TD, Micheál Martin
Message from President Catherine Connolly:
Is cúis áthais dom, mar Uachtarán na hÉireann, mo dhea-ghuí a chur chuiģ an uile dhuine atá ag celiúrradh Lá Domhanda na Páirilise Ceirbreacha ar an 6ú lá de Dheireadh Fómhair i mbliana.
This day provides an important opportunity to recognise and celebrate the lives, achievements and contributions of people with cerebral palsy, while also highlighting the importance of creating a society in which everyone can participate fully and equally.
Every person living with cerebral palsy has their own experiences, aspirations and talents. Listening to and learning from those lived experiences is essential as we work to build greater understanding, accessibility and inclusion across our communities.
I would like to acknowledge the dedication of the Cerebral Palsy Foundation and of the many families, healthcare professionals, researchers, advocates and organisations working to improve the lives of people with cerebral palsy. Their work in advancing research, improving access to care and supporting greater equality is worthy of the highest praise.
Tá súíl agam go gcuirfdh an ócáid seo go mór le feasacht agus tuiscint ar Phairilis Cheirbreach san am atá le teacht agus ba mhaith liom gach rath a ghui orthu süd uilig atá ag celiúrradh an lae inniu.
Le gach dea-ghui,
Catherine Connolly
Uachtarán na hÉireann
President of Ireland
