Independent Living Movement Ireland

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Strategic Political Campaigning and Policy Development

ILMI will empower members to be active agents of social change by participating in collective strategic campaigns to promote independent living and ensure effective policy development and implementation.

What will we do?

We will:
  • Coordinate and support collective political campaigns to bring about equality for disabled people in Ireland.
  • Empower disabled people to lead all aspects of ILMI political campaigns.
  • Ensure that ILMI representatives are supported on relevant Forums and Dáil Committees to bring the issues members face and propose solutions which meet their needs.
  • Effectively communicate effectively ILMI’s work to all relevant stakeholders, including our biweekly eBulletin, website, and social media.
  • Over the course of this plan, prioritise strategic policy campaigns on the four pillars of Independent Living: Personal Assistance, Housing, Transport, and Employment.
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Boakai Abu Nyehn, Jr

Community Development Worker

Boakai Abu Nyehn, Jr joined ILMI in September 2024 as community development worker on the Disability Participation Awareness Fund (DPAF) funding project “Engaging Disabled People in Direct Provision” . He is a passionate advocate for disability rights, social inclusion, and development, with extensive experience in working to promote the rights and full participation of disabled people in Liberia. Boakai has served as a consultant on disability and social inclusion for numerous national and international agencies. He has also worked as a Research Assistant on multiple projects with organisations such as Leonard Cheshire Disability and Inclusive Development Centre at University College London, Talking Drum Studio, AIFO-Liberia, and UNMIL, ensuring that disabled people’s needs and perspectives are integrated into their programs.

As a disabled person, Boakai’s lived experience informs his leadership as Assistant Director for disabled people in Liberia. His role focuses on advocating for the inclusion of disabled people at all levels of society, promoting accessible development, and advancing the rights of the community. Boakai holds certifications in International Law and related fields and is a skilled Administrator and Assistive Technology Specialist, committed to using his expertise to create a more inclusive society for all.