A Comprehensive Guide to Irish Organisations Supporting LGBTQ+, Gender Equality, Race, Ethnicity, and Disability Inclusion
Updated: 3 June 2025 | Originally compiled by Emma Groomes on 13 April 2023
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Inclusion and equity are vital to a thriving society and workplace. Ireland is home to many organisations supporting underrepresented and marginalised communities. Whether you're looking to connect, access support services, or partner on inclusive initiatives, the following list offers a practical resource across the areas of LGBTQ+ rights, disability support, racial and ethnic inclusion, and gender equality.
LGBTQ+ Organisations in Ireland
LGBT Ireland
LGBT Ireland offers a wide range of national support services, including:
National LGBT Helpline and online chat support
Transgender Family Support Line
Peer support groups
Telefriending with trained volunteers
They also deliver training and education for the public, private, and community sectors.
🌐 lgbt.ie
BeLonG To Youth Services
BeLonG To is the national LGBTQ+ youth organisation in Ireland, working directly with young people aged 14–23. Their work includes:
Local youth group services across Ireland
Counselling and drug/alcohol support
“Stand Up Awareness Week” tackling bullying
LGBTQ+ training for schools, healthcare, and corporate sectors
BeLonG To empowers youth and influences institutional policy through research-informed, lived-experience-driven advocacy.
Transgender Equality Network Ireland (TENI)
TENI is a non-profit focused on advancing the rights of trans people. They provide:
Family and individual supports
Gender identity resources and education
Advocacy in legal, medical, and social sectors
Workshops and awareness training
🌐 teni.ie
National Gender Service (NGS)
NGS provides adult transition-related healthcare in Ireland, including:
Hormone therapy
Psychological and mental health support
Voice therapy, relationship counselling, and fertility services
They also offer education, housing, addiction, and legal transition support.
GenderEd.ie
An educational platform supporting the families of trans youth. Their offerings include:
TransParenCI peer support group
Educational modules on gender identity, transitioning, wellbeing, and legal issues
Access to helplines, resources, podcasts and reading material
Disability Support Organisations in Ireland
Enable Ireland
Providing services in 40+ locations, Enable Ireland supports adults and children with physical and intellectual disabilities. Services include:
Clinical assessment and therapies
Assistive technology and training
Independent living resources
Their work is person-centred, grounded in rights-based access and inclusion.
Inclusion Ireland
Inclusion Ireland supports individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families. They offer:
Advocacy and legal resources
Housing and decision-making guidance
Education and future-planning toolkits
Rights committees and service development resources
National Disability Services Association (NDSA)
A national network advocating for high-quality, equitable disability services. They offer:
Community and respite care
Education, training, and employment supports
Advocacy and public policy engagement
🌐 ndsa.ie
Racial and Ethnic Equality Organisations in Ireland
Irish Network Against Racism (INAR)
INAR is a national coalition working to eliminate racism through:
iReport.ie – a tool for reporting racist incidents
Projects addressing Islamophobia and policing inequalities
Housing support and systemic advocacy
🌐 inar.ie
Immigrant Council of Ireland
Focused on the rights of migrants, the Council offers:
Anti-racism support services
Partnerships with public transport providers to prevent racial abuse
Policy advocacy, reporting guidance, and education
Doras
Doras supports migrants, refugees and those affected by human trafficking. They offer:
Free legal and immigration advice
Anti-racism and anti-hate crime campaigns
Training and policy reform efforts
Gender Equality & Women’s Rights Organisations
National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI)
NWCI is Ireland’s largest women’s organisation, working on issues including:
Reproductive justice and abortion access
FemFest for youth engagement
Disability and mental health support
Sexual violence and harassment prevention
Campaigns such as #ItStopsNow target third-level institutions to improve safety for women from diverse backgrounds.
🌐 nwci.ie
Women's Aid
A feminist national organisation focused on domestic violence prevention. Services include:
24-hour national helpline (1800 341 900)
Drop-in centres and online messaging
High-risk intervention support
“Too Into You” campaign for young people
They also deliver national training programmes and advocate for systemic change.
The Community Foundation for Ireland – Women’s Fund
Their Women’s Fund supports:
Safe houses for domestic abuse survivors
Employment and education initiatives for women
Partnerships with NWCI to fight employment discrimination
Mens Mental Health
Mental Health Ireland
Mental Health Ireland actively supports Men’s Health Week, highlighting the importance of addressing mental health through awareness, connection, and action. Their resources for 2024 include:
Practical tools and tips to support men’s mental wellbeing
Awareness campaigns encouraging conversations and help-seeking
Community-led initiatives across Ireland promoting mental health
Their work encourages individuals, workplaces, and communities to get involved in creating more supportive environments for men’s mental health.
🌐 mentalhealthireland.ie/celebrating-mens-health-week-2024-why-it-matters
SpunOut – Mental Health Supports for Men
SpunOut is Ireland’s youth information platform, offering accessible support and education on mental health for young people, including specific guidance for men. Their resources include:
A directory of mental health services available across Ireland
Advice on talking to someone, managing emotions, and seeking help
Articles written by and for young men about their lived experiences
SpunOut creates safe, inclusive pathways for young men to understand and access mental health supports in ways that feel relevant and real.
🌐 spunout.ie/mental-health/getting-help/mental-health-supports-for-men-in-ireland
GROW Mental Health – Men’s Mental Health
GROW Mental Health provides community-based peer support, focusing on recovery and empowerment. Their Men’s Mental Health initiative encourages open conversations and connection through:
Free peer support groups nationwide
Personal development and resilience-building programmes
Practical resources to support daily mental health and wellbeing
GROW’s approach is strengths-based, fostering hope and a sense of belonging for men navigating mental health challenges.
Want to Take Action?
Being informed is the first step, being proactive is the next. If you want to make a real impact this month (or any month), consider taking meaningful action by:
Contact the organisations listed above to learn how you or your organisation can engage with their work.
Exploring partnership opportunities to support inclusion in tangible ways, such as sponsoring events, volunteering skills, or co-hosting awareness campaigns.
Raising funds within your workplace, community, or network to support the sustainability of services that promote LGBTQ+ inclusion, racial justice, gender equality, and disability rights in Ireland.
Including these organisations in your CSR strategy or diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
Whether you're a leader in an organisation or someone wanting to make a difference, these organisations welcome support and collaboration.
Real inclusion happens through aligned action. Be part of the change.
Final Note
This resource was created through open-access research to support inclusive awareness and accessibility. Whether you’re a leader, educator, policymaker, or advocate, these organisations offer crucial support and partnership opportunities. You must always do due diligence and ensure they align with your organisational policies.
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