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University of Galway adopts Altitude Charter

Monday, 29 September, 2025

Group of people including Dr Bairbre Fleming and Dr Lisa Padden at Uni of Galway launch of Altitude Charter
From left, Dr Bairbre Fleming, Director of UCD Access and Lifelong; Dr Maureen Haran, Universal Design for Learning Lecturer and ALTITUDE Project Lead, ATU; Dr Deirdre Mc Hugh, Universal Design Manager, University of Galway ALTITUDE Project Partner; Professor David Burn, University of Galway President; Dr Helen Maher, Vice-President for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, University of Galway; and Dr Lisa Padden, Deputy Director UCD Access and Lifelong Learning, UCD ALTITUDE Project Partner. Credit: Aengus McMahon

Director Dr Bairbre Fleming and Deputy Director Dr Lisa Padden were delighted be part of the event to mark the University of Galway's official adoption of the National Charter for Universal Design in Tertiary Education. 
Great to mark Dr Deirdre McHugh, Universal Design Manager and the University of Galway team's commitment to promoting a Universal Design approach to deliver inclusive educational experiences. 

Learn more about (opens in a new window)Altitude: The National Charter for Universal Design in Tertiary Education here.

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