Can the arts be an effective tool to combat psychosis stigma?
A Glitch of the Mind’
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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…
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…
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…
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…
Recycled Racism
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…