Can the arts be an effective tool to combat psychosis stigma?
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Holiday Greetings from Travellers Voice Magazine
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…
Homelessness at Christmas: How You Can Help
As Christmas approaches, the issue of homelessness in Ireland takes on a new urgency. The latest statistics reveal a staggering reality: over 12,000 individuals are currently recorded as homeless, including nearly 4,000 children, according to the Department of Housing. These figures underscore not just a statistic but a profound crisis affecting families across the nation.…
Reclaiming Life: Overcoming Hurdles in Addiction Recovery
In October, Pavee Point shared its ‘Recovery is Possible’ campaign, which offered insight into community members, their struggles with addiction, and that the support is available to face the challenges of overcoming it. One of the many challenges people might encounter. During recovery is the feeling of isolation. Below, we look at some ways to stay…
Success for Ireland at the Homeless World Cup
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…
Racial Abuse Online: Irish Travellers and the Consequences of Weak Legislation
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…
Patrick: A Young Traveller Lost- Nominated for Shine Audience Choice Award at the 2024 Headline Mental Health in Media Awards
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,…
Changing Lives: Why Fostering is So Important
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…
Involve Meath-Finalists in the 2024 National Lottery Good Causes Awards
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…
Deep Disappointment over-Incitement to Violence or Hatred Bill
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…