Patricia Henry is a Senior Teaching & Learning Support Officer at ATU, dedicated to enhancing teaching and learning through innovation, inclusivity, and collaboration. As a Universal Design Beyond the Classroom Digital Badge Facilitator, she promotes digital literacy, professional development, and lifelong learning, empowering staff and students to achieve success.

Yvonne Sarsfield is a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Specialist at the UDL Centre of Excellence at Atlantic Technological University. She brings both academic expertise and extensive practical experience in embedding Universal Design for Learning and holds a Master’s degree in UDL.
An experienced Instructional Designer and passionate advocate for digital transformation in education, Yvonne has led projects integrating innovative and emerging technologies to enhance teaching and learning. She has extensive experience in instructional design and virtual learning environments, with particular expertise in designing accessible, engaging, and inclusive learning experiences. Yvonne also works closely with faculty to support the adoption of inclusive teaching practices and the meaningful integration of UDL principles.
As co-coordinator of ATU’s UD Digital Badges rollout and a member of the ALTITUDE Implementation Group, Yvonne actively contributes to institution-wide UDL strategy and implementation.
Dedicated to fostering inclusive learning environments, she is committed to empowering all students to succeed.

Eleanor is currently completing a Master's degree in Global History in University College Dublin, where she researches gender and intellectual history in 20th century Europe. Eleanor has been a University for All Student Partner since 2023 and is passionate about continuous student engagement in every aspect of higher education.  

Matthew is a 2nd year Biological, Biomedical and Biomolecular Science student at University College Dublin. It is his first year as a University for All Student Partner, a role he uses to break down barriers in education. He hopes this will encourage inclusion across campus

Blessed is in her third year of her Bachelors degree in Computer Science at University College Dublin. It is her first year as a Student Partner but has previously held roles such as an Access Leader within UCD. She is passionate about inclusion and breaking barriers to higher education. 

Amaliia is in the second year of her Bachelors degree in Philosophy and English at University College Dublin. With experience mentoring children in educational spaces, she values community and inclusion. She is passionate about exploring identity-based approaches in higher education that celebrate diversity and ensure representation and support for everyone.

Vaishnavi is a second year Computational Social Science student, passionate about promoting inclusivity within the diverse space that is UCD. She is deeply interested in addressing issues of accessibility and belonging and hopes to apply her degree toward solving these challenges through a data-driven, research-based approach.

Kevin is a 3rd year Bachelors of Business and Law undergraduate student in University College Dublin. Kevin is a new University for All student partner but has been passionately involved in various student bodies working to promote inclusivity and developments in the education sector.

Annette Dempsey is an Assistant Principal I, leading Teaching and Learning initiatives at KCETB Carlow Institute. With a particular focus on Professional Development, Annette has led on the roll out of Universal Design for Learning at the Institute, fostering inclusive, collaborative and reflective teaching practices. Annette also leads the Erasmus+ International programmme at Carlow Institute.

Mary Collins is an Assistant Principal I with responsibility for Student Supports at KCETB Carlow Institute. She oversees initiatives that enhance student wellbeing, inclusion, and engagement across the college. Committed to equity in education, Mary works collaboratively with staff and students to create supportive environments enabling every learner to succeed.