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…
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…
The heart of Dublin pulsed with vibrant energy on May 23rd, 2024, as the Lighthouse Cinema became the epicentre of celebration, resilience, and achievement for the Traveller community. The TravellerPride Awards 2024 brought together a diverse group of attendees to honour individuals’ outstanding contributions and successes within the Traveller community across Ireland. The Lighthouse Cinema…
By Roseleen Mc Donagh November 23, 2023, the weather is mild enough. The winter evenings are long. Christmas lights create a warm, gentle atmosphere in the city. Reuben’s room is dimly lit by a single flickering bulb, casting long shadows across the worn carpet. The peeling paint on the walls reveals layers of history, each…
By Maiya Mc Monagle Embark on an intimate exploration of the personal journey of Tayem Mercer, a distinguished sales coach, visionary leader, and entrepreneur with over a decade of experience. Beyond the accolades and successes lies a profound story of resilience and triumph over mental health challenges. As a seasoned public speaker, Tayem imparts wisdom…
By Michael Power Dr. Rosaleen McDonagh, an esteemed rights activist, playwright, and academic, was awarded the inaugural Rowan Award for her remarkable contributions to advocating for the rights of marginalised communities, during a celebration in Pavee Point Traveller and Roma Centre on February 29, 2024. Rosaleen’s journey toward this honour is a testament to her…
On 25th January 2024, Involve Meath made their way to the Ardboyne Hotel in Navan to collect their award for The No Shame Board Game at the Meath Garda Youth Awards. This is another award to add to their collection for the Game as well as the overall No Shame Campaign. The game had been…
By Steven Hardiman Recently, Traveller Voice spoke with Bernard Power, whose appearance on the RTE documentary ‘Patrick: A Traveller Child Lost’ introduced him to a national audience regarding the situation concerning suicide rates in the Traveller community. Bernard is a proud member of the Travelling community, and an active changemaker within regarding Mental Health activism.…
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Maureen, is one of nine participants, selected for the National End Ageism campaign by the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission (IRHEC). She shares with Travellers’ Voice why this campaign is important and how she continues to lead by example. Maureen Ward is a Traveller woman, human rights activist, and a force of nature committed…