The Workability International Annual Conference 2010, incorporating the Workability Europe Conference 2010, and in conjunction with Rehab, will take place from 27^th to 30^th September in the Burlington Hotel, Dublin, Ireland.

We hope that Workability International members from throughout the world: America, Oceania, Asia and Europe will attend.

Full Conference Agenda available here

Introduction to the Conference

The world economy is in flux. Across the continents, markets are changing rapidly and all organisations must adapt quickly to ensure their sustainability in a new world.

What lessons have we learned from the past? What can we expect the future to look like? And how can we be to the forefront of shaping that future for our organisations and to the benefit of enhanced employment opportunities for people with disabilities?

To answer these questions, providers of employment services for people with disabilities will look at the changes that have occurred over the last number of decades, the barriers that have emerged in the past and the challenges and opportunities which exist as we look to a more prosperous future.

This conference is a significant opportunity for the members of Workability International to take stock of the current position and to explore ways that we can be involved in setting a strong course for a sustainable future.

Throughout the conference the diverse experiences and needs of members of Workability International members from across the continents will be drawn on to ensure that the vast wealth of learning and experience of our membership can be utilised. The conference will seek to address a wide variety of issues, catering to the diverse interests of members, and recognising the diverse needs of all people with disabilities.

General Information

The following information has been compiled to help members with their planning

The conference will take place from Monday, 27^th September to Thursday 30^th September in:

The Burlington Hotel, Upper Leeson Street, Dublin 4, Ireland

Tel: + 353 (1) 6185600, Website: http://www.burlingtonhotel.ie/

On Monday, 27^th the Conference will begin at 7pm with a welcome reception. The Conference proceedings will be officially opened on the morning of Tuesday, 28^th September.

Registration: The registration fee for the conference is €620 and includes welcome reception, participation at the conference, lunches during the conference, Irish evening at the hotel and formal dinner at Trinity college. The fee for Accompanying Person/Personal Assistant is €214 and includes welcome reception, Irish evening and formal dinner. Click here to Register Online.

Accommodation: A rate of €90 for a single room and €100 for a double room has been agreed with the Burlington Hotel. These rates are only available for bookings made for the period between 25^th and 30^th September and if booked before the 10^th September 2010.

You can make your reservation by completing the attached Accommodation Form and sending it direct to the hotel at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Any queries regarding accommodation at the Burlington Hotel can be directed to: Ms Agustina Nobile, Reservations Supervisor, The Burlington Hotel, Tel: +353 1 664 3114, Fax: + 353 1 618 5693,  E-mail: mailto: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Nearby hotels include The Mespil Hotel (http://www.mespilhotel.com/) and Grand Canal Hotel (http://www.dublingrandcanalhotel.com/) which are approximately a 15 minute walk to the Burlington Hotel. The Morehampton Townhouse ( http://www.morehamptontownhouse.com/) is approximately a 10 minute walk.

SOCIAL EVENTS

• Monday 27^th September – Welcome Reception, Burlington Hotel
• Tuesday 28^th September – Irish Evening ‘Celtic Rising’ Burlington Hotel
  (Dress Code: Casual)

  Celtic Rising is a celebration of the best of Irish heritage and culture – a unique, fast-paced, fresh and contemporary show – a fusion of the traditional spirit and innovation that is modern Ireland. It features some of Ireland leading musical, vocal and dance talent including world champion Irish dancers. The show will take you on a toe-tapping, foot-stomping journey through traditional Irish music, song and dance !

• Wednesday 29^th September 2010 – Dinner, Trinity College
  (Dress Code: Lounge Suite)
  

  We are delighted to host our Dinner in one of the most prestigious and well known colleges in the world, Trinity College (www.tcd.ie) The college was founded in 1592 and is divided into three faculties comprising 24 schools, offering degree and diploma courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. It is consistently ranked as the best university in Ireland.

If you have any queries regarding the Conference, or any other matters, please contact:

Additional Information

Rehab is a leading non-governmental organisation which works towards a world where every person has the opportunity to achieve their potential. We work in local communities to provide high-quality services and opportunities to people who need them. Every year, more than 50,000 people and their families benefit from the supports provided by Rehab in over 200 locations.

Over 3,600 Rehab staff provide health and social care, training and education, and rehabilitation, employment and commercial services in Ireland, the UK, the Netherlands and Poland. This year alone, in Ireland, Rehab will train 5,000 people, many of whom require additional supports, and set them on the path to further education, training and employment. Close to 500 people will be placed in jobs in 2010, and we will continue to support 200 people who use our services in part-time employment, while directly employing a further 200 people with disabilities in our commercial division.

Workability International is the world's largest body representing providers of work and employment services to people with disabilities. It is the focus and voice for providers of disability employment services throughout the world who offer:

•   direct employment and work for people with disabilities in service and manufacturing processes; and
•   employment services to people with disabilities to access, obtain and sustain work and employment in labour markets in conjunction with employers.

More than 3.5 million people with disabilities are engaged in work programmes - accessing employment and work - delivered by its 135 member organisations in some 42 countries.