A Respected Custodian of Traveller History and Culture! Sometimes in life we get to meet a one-of-a-kind individual, a person who can turn their heads, their hands and their hearts to doing just about anything, that person is often described as being the best-of-the-best. Mr Michael McDonagh, (RIP) was one such person. Husband, father, grandfather…
Men’s Development and Health Care Worker Hugh Friel was one of those protesting outside Leinster House last May to raise awareness of the mental health crisis facing the community. We caught up with Hugh, who’s part of the Men’s Development and Health Care team at Donegal Travellers Project to ask him to explain the impact…
By David Jo Murphy. Leanne McDonagh is a name that will be familiar to many of our readers. She was the breakaway success on the RTE TV series Norah’s Traveller Academy where she launched her fledgeling art career. Since completing the RTE series Leanne has built upon her existing body of artwork to expand…
Tuesday the 6th September saw the beginning of discussions and working groups around the topic of identity and culture in the Traveller Community. A number of key organisations and stakeholders are in Athlone for the next few days to scope the development of an accredited Traveller Culture and Identity programme. In attendance are representatives from Involve;…
By David Lynch Christmas is a time of faith and family for Travellers. Thousands of Irish Travellers live in Britain and many will return for the festive season. David Lynch spoke to Martin Moloney-Naughton, ex Irish Traveller Co-ordinator for the North of England. For many Travellers the Irish Sea is not an important barrier. Family…