The Irish Traditional Music Archive (ITMA) is committed to providing free, universal access to the rich cultural tradition of Irish music, song and dance. If you’re able, we’d love for you to consider a donation. Any level of support will help us preserve and grow this tradition for future generations.
Here in the library we are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all our users. Whether you’re carrying out an in-depth research project or simply browsing our collections, we understand that some of our users may benefit from different learning and reading supports. This is why we are happy to announce that we now have a new range of accessible materials and tools available to help make your visit as comfortable as possible.
Below, you will see a quick guide to these materials, what they are designed to help with, and links to organisations and websites where you can learn more and find additional advice and support.
We are always looking for ways to improve our reading room and if there is any accessibility tool or resource you think would be beneficial to you for your visit here, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us at [email protected] where you can discuss this further with the Duty Librarian.
Provides a visual and interactive way to practice music notation, composition and theory, supporting hands-on visual learners.
Designed to provide a more comfortable grip whilst writing by encouraging a more natural hand position which can make writing easier and more comfortable for some.
Place over text to help reduce visual stress and improve comfort whilst reading.
Widescreen Monitor Overlay
This overlay reduces the glare from a computer screen which can help reduce headaches, tired eyes and improve focus for readers. There is a matt and a gloss side to choose from depending on the person’s preference.
Freestanding Magnifying Glass
Supports users with visual impairment, eye strain, or those who have difficulty reading small print. It can be used hands-free for ease of comfort.
Line Tracker
Helps readers focus on one line of text at a time. It can help support those with dyslexia, visual stress or concentration difficulties by reducing visual distraction.
Designed to support posture and reduce strain on the legs whilst working at a desk. Can be adjusted for those who may benefit from sitting in various positions over time.
Designed to improve comfort whilst using a computer mouse by reducing the strain on the wrist. May benefit those with joint pain, repetitive strain or mobility difficulties.
Neurodiversity Ireland is dedicated to promoting awareness, understanding and support for neurodivergent individuals, including those with dyslexia, ADHD, autism and dyspraxia. Check out their website for more information including webinars, upcoming events and other resources here.
Dyslexia Ireland supports children and adults with dyslexia across Ireland by providing information, resources and training in schools and workplaces across the country. See their website for more information here.
AHEAD provides guidance, training and practical supports for third-level students across Ireland by supporting them through their time in college and later graduate employment. Visit the AHEAD website here to learn more.
JAM – Just a Minute supports those with hidden disabilities or communication difficulties through the use of a JAM card. A JAM card allows the individual to easily signal to others that they may need ‘just a minute’ of patience in everyday situations. Click the link here to sign up for one or to enroll in their online training courses
