As the holiday season unfolds, all of us at Travellers’ Voice Magazine want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our readers and subscribers. Whether you’ve been with us from the start or joined us this year, you’re an essential part of our community—and we’re deeply grateful for your support. The holiday…
Anne Marie Sweeney works as the Peer Outreach Project Worker for the Traveller Community at Coolmine Therapeutic Community in North Dublin. Anne Marie, a remarkable advocate for her community, recently received the prestigious Traveller Pride Award 2024 for Intersectionality. This honour recognises her steadfast commitment to raising awareness of the challenges faced by Traveller women.…
By Ruth Guy The Traveller and Roma Foster Care Project seeks to address the unique needs of Traveller and Roma children in foster care by raising awareness and encouraging foster carers from within these communities. Recognising that fostering is a significant commitment, this initiative supports potential carers through the assessment process while advocating for more…
‘The Donegal Travellers Project Education Team were delighted to attend the National Traveller Education Achievement Awards on October 10th in Exchange House Dublin, where young Ballyshannon woman Geraldine Ward received an award for her success in the Leaving Certificate; she also won the top prize on the day of a brand new laptop.’
Minister of State for Community Development, Integration and Charities Joe O’Brien, TD, officially launched a new video today (Tuesday, November 5th, 2024) to support local decision-makers and ensure that disadvantaged communities have real opportunities to be heard in local planning and decision-making processes. The video features a wide range of stakeholders who highlight the importance…
Appointed by President Michael D. Higgins in January 2022, Ger has built a remarkable career dedicated to championing fairness and justice for all. With extensive experience in consumer and employment rights and a history of leading public bodies, he brings a unique blend of compassion and authority to his role. In this interview, Ger shares…
Travellers’ Voice magazine was delighted to sit down with a young champion whose remarkable sports and school achievements have captivated his community. At just 12 years old, Jack Ward is already a two-time All-Ireland boxing champion and an outstanding student, seamlessly balancing his academic success with his rising boxing career. Proud of his Traveller heritage…
By Ruth Guy When a child enters care, it’s often because their parents face challenges that impact their ability to provide stable support. To give these parents the time and space to overcome difficulties, their child is placed in alternative care, ideally with extended family. But when this isn’t possible, social workers turn to foster…
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…
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…