Can the arts be an effective tool to combat psychosis stigma?
A Glitch of the Mind’
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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.…
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,…
No Shame- Traveller Youth Mental Health Project Involve Youth and Community Services-win the Community Wellbeing award this evening at the 2024 Navan Municipal District Pride of Place awards
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…
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…
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…
Involve CLG Ireland Launches New Premises in Letterkenny
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…
The Traveller Pride Awards 2024 At the Lighthouse Cinema Dublin: A Celebration of Voices less heard
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…
No Shame Mental Health Youth Event
By Crystal Reaney No Shame Mental Health Youth Event for young people from the Traveller Community took place in Longford Arms Hotel on February 15th, 2024. The event aimed to invite young Travellers to a youth mental health event to discuss mental health and participate in various interactive mental health activities. This event was all…
Dr. Rosaleen McDonagh Receives the inaugural Rowan Award in a Special Ceremony
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…