Events Coordinator Invitation to tender: Overview The Traveller Pride Steering Committee wishes to contract an Events Coordinator to deliver and manage the Traveller Pride Week Concert. The concert is the national event celebrating Traveller Pride Week, which is coordinated by the Traveller Pride Steering Committee and funded by the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration…
In Conversation with Jeanne McDonagh By Connor Robertson In a recent report by the Trinity Centre for Social Innovation, half of the country’s 50 largest companies were found to be falling short of human rights benchmarks. However, there is hope. A growing number of businesses are not only meeting these standards but are leading the…
The Department of Education has unveiled the Traveller and Roma Education Strategy (TRES) 2024–2030, marking a significant step toward addressing educational inequalities faced by Traveller and Roma communities in Ireland. This strategy represents a dedicated effort to create an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful education system that prioritises meaningful and lasting change. By placing the…
Ireland’s ladies won the Big Issue Cup while our men’s team reached the Q finals, beating Brazil along the way in the Homeless World Cup in Seoul, Korea, in 2024 By Shaun Anthony What a great tournament for our ladies’ team! They brought home the Big Issue Cup at the Trophy Stage at the…
By John Hoey Imagine going to a wedding you have been looking forward to for ages. You take lots of photos, as the bride looks beautiful, the groom is handsome, and all your family and friends are looking at their best. You get home and post photos on Facebook so people can see what a…
By Alan Bradley / Alleycats Productions Patrick: A Young Traveller Lost – Shining a Light on Mental Health in the Traveller Community The documentary Patrick: A Young Traveller Lost has been shortlisted for the prestigious Audience Choice Award at the 2024 Headline Mental Health in Media Awards. This moving film has resonated deeply across Ireland,…
Congratulations to No Shame – Traveller Youth Mental Health Project and Involve Youth and Community Services for winning the Community Wellbeing Award at the 2024 Navan Municipal District Pride of Place Awards! This recognition is a testament to the group’s remarkable dedication to supporting young Travellers’ mental health and well-being in the community. Through No…
By Crystal Reaney The National Lottery Good Causes Awards celebrate the incredible efforts of caregivers, volunteers, and organisations across Ireland, recognising their contributions to improving their communities. This year, 35 national finalists have been selected across seven categories: Health and Well-Being, Heritage, Sport, Youth, Arts and Culture, Community, and the Irish Language. The winners will…
Earlier this month, the Irish government announced its decision to abandon long-anticipated hate speech legislation, drawing criticism from advocacy groups. The proposed laws, which aimed to strengthen the existing 1989 Incitement to Hatred Act, had faced growing opposition from those concerned about their potential impact on free speech. Ultimately, the government shelved the proposal amidst…
Involve CLG Ireland, a leading youth service dedicated to supporting and empowering young people, is excited to announce the formal launch of its new premises in Letterkenny. The official opening ceremony, taking place today, marks a significant milestone for the organisation, which provides services to young people across Ireland. The new location in Letterkenny represents…